India, Nov. 12 -- New Zealand put on a dominant first-half show to clinch a commanding 3-0 lead against India in their international friendly at Go Media Stadium in Auckland on Thursday. Jesse Randall scored twice, while an unfortunate own goal from Bijoy Varghese handed the hosts an early advantage. India struggled to cope with New Zealand's pace and pressing, particularly down the left flank, and went into the break with plenty of questions to answer.

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The hosts made a flying start and opened the scoring in the fifth minute. India's attempt to play out from the back invited pressure, allowing New Zealand to create an opening. Vishal Kaith initially made a save, but Randall's cutback caused fur...