Sat Nov 23 03:22:06 UTC 2024: ## India Dominates Day 2 in Thrilling Perth Test
**Perth, Australia –** Day two of the first Test between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth saw a dramatic shift in momentum, with India’s bowlers continuing their dominance after a remarkable opening day. Following India’s first-innings total of 150, Jasprit Bumrah spearheaded a stunning collapse, taking four wickets including the prized scalps of Steve Smith (0), Usman Khawaja (8), Nathan McSweeney (10), and Pat Cummins, leaving Australia teetering at 67/7 at stumps.
India’s earlier struggles with the bat, where they were bowled out for 150, were overshadowed by Bumrah’s fiery spell and the impressive debut of Nitish Reddy who scored a rapid 41. Bumrah’s 3-9 spell, including three quick wickets, was particularly devastating. While Australia’s Josh Hazlewood had earlier taken 4/29 for Australia, the Indian seamers consistently outbowled their Australian counterparts, exploiting a pitch offering bounce and sideways movement.
Marnus Labuschagne’s agonizingly slow 2 runs off 52 balls highlighted Australia’s batting woes, a performance described as the second slowest 2 in Australian Test history. The Australian batting order’s vulnerability to quality pace bowling was evident, leaving them facing a significant first-innings deficit.
Despite a controversial dismissal of KL Rahul, and missed catches (most notably by Rishabh Pant), India’s overall performance left them in a commanding position heading into Day 3. The match remains poised for a thrilling conclusion.
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