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Australia against India, 4th Test in Melbourne, 26 to 30 December, 2024,,
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Posted: 27 December 2024
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India faced a heavy excursion on the second day of the liquid test at Melbourne Crickket Groun (MCG), because Australia confirmed its dominance early before the visitors broke with the baton in the last session. The day was a witness of extraordinary individual performances, high dramas and a charged atmosphere as he swung hard in favor of Australia.
Australia’s pile of driving
Continuing the day at 331/3, the Australian blows continued to pile up to ride with authority. Steve Smith, the stock of the Australian Middle Order, showed his class by achieving his 34th test century in the morning session. Smith’s flowing game held Indian bowlers on the back leg, because he added key driving with lower order.
Pat Cummins captain also contributed significantly, and he had painfully fell from the well -deserved half a century when he was fired by the age of 49. The Australians added 143 runs in just 27 additions before lunch, taking a total of 474 command.
Indian moves the beginning
In response, the Indian Ubacs started with Rohit Sharma by promoting to open up With the shape of KL Rahul. However, the decision did not make the desired result. Charmine’s stay in the fold was short -lived because he left after he had only achieved three driving, the abused shot was unbuttoned.
Kl Rahul, who has been the most reliable dough in India lately, seemed comfortable before being fired at tea. His Wickket was a big blow, leaving India insecurely located at 51/2, moving to the final session.
Kohli faces an enemy reception
The last session brought a moment of controversy and drama as Virat Kohli went out to hit, only to meet Boos from the Part of the Gomil on MCG. The unwanted reception of the Indian Talisman was in a distinct opposite with the usual applause that commands on Australian soil, raising his eyebrows through the fraternity of the cricket.
Despite the pressure, Kohli showed insight into his resistance, but the path ahead remains challenging for India because they face a significant deficit. With Cheteshwar Pujar for the company, Kohli will have to take a return blow for 3 days.
Looking forward
The main command of India will need to enhance if they want to reconcile this competition. The MCG terrain begins to show signs of wear, which is increasingly difficult to make a run. Australia, which has been dominant their dominant performance so far, will look to take advantage of the situation and tighten their grip in the game.
The third day promises to be key in the match. For India, this is an opportunity to return, while Australia will aim to stimulate the early advantage in this key test.
