Christchurch, March 11 -- Australian skipper Pat Cummins once again produced a calm, clutch knock under pressure situation during the second Test against New Zealand at Christchurch, continuing what has become a habit for him in recent months, in which he has shown some great evolution as a batter.

Entering Day 2, Australia required 202 runs for victory with six wickets remaining in their run-chase of 279 runs. After an early setback with the dismissal of Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh and Alex Carey formed a formidable partnership, adding 140 runs to bring Australia closer to the target.

Debutant Ben Sears made an impact by taking two quick wickets, leaving Australia 59 runs away from victory with three wickets in hand. It was at this cri...