Middle-order batsman Daryl Mitchell, who overcame dehydration to score a fighting 82 to help NZ post 235 against India on Friday, expressed delight in being able to contribute to his team’s cause in challenging conditions.

“We put a total on the board. Hopefully, now we can take a few more wickets and we’ll see what happens tomorrow [Saturday]. But yeah, the game is evenly poised,” Mitchell said on Friday.