Sat Nov 23 05:30:00 UTC 2024: ## India Dominates Day 1 of Border-Gavaskar Trophy Opener Despite Early Wobble
Perth, Australia – A thrilling first day of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy saw a dramatic collapse by both teams, resulting in a total of 17 wickets falling at the WACA. India, after winning the toss and electing to bat, was bowled out for a paltry 150 runs. Nitish Kumar Reddy, making his Test debut, top-scored with a spirited 41, but the Australian pace attack, spearheaded by Josh Hazlewood (4/39), Mitchell Marsh (2/27), Mitchell Starc (2/38), and Pat Cummins (2/28), proved too strong.
Australia’s reply was equally tumultuous. They ended the day precariously positioned at 67/7, still 83 runs behind India. Captain Jasprit Bumrah led India’s pace assault, claiming 4 wickets for just 17 runs in 10 impressive overs. Mohammed Siraj (2/17) and Harshit Rana (1/33) provided effective support. Alex Carey (19*) and Mitchell Starc (6*) remained unbeaten at the close of play.
However, Day 2 saw a swift turnaround in Australia’s fortunes. Bumrah picked up an additional wicket to end his spell with 5/29, while Rana bagged three more, and Siraj ended with two. Australia’s innings folded for a meager 104, giving India a significant 46-run lead. Mitchell Starc top-scored for Australia with 26 runs.
India, resuming their innings, were 29/0 at the end of play on Day 2 with Yashasvi Jaiswal (15*) and KL Rahul (8*) at the crease. The match is poised for an exciting continuation.
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