Ashwin was batting at 40 from 81 deliveries and Kuldeep ended the first session with 21 runs from 76 balls as the pair extended India's first inning score.
Incidentally, the bail was replaced only three balls earlier when it failed to light up, causing a delay in play. To Iyer's luck, it was this bail that failed to come off when Ebadot hit the stumps
India managed to score 89 runs for the loss of one wicket in 30 overs during the second session, placing the team in a respectable position. At Tea, Iyer (41*) and Pujara (42*) were at the crease.
The Indian team are now trailing 0-1 in the three-match ODI series and the second match in Hamilton becomes a must-win game in order to stay alive in the series.
In a video posted by International Cricket Council (ICC), Kohli talked about the challenges and excitement of playing in such high-pressure games and thrusting the importance of believing in one's capabilities.
Rohit took on the fast throw-downs from both right and left-handed throwers trying to replicate Pakistan's bowling line-up which boasts quick bowlers like Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah.
Both the teams are geared up to play the final match of the three-match ODI series but the wet outfield has caused a delay in the match and kept the cricket fans waiting for what promises to be a thrilling encounter.