Sun Nov 24 13:57:33 UTC 2024: ## India Dominates Australia in Perth Test, Kohli and Sundar Star
**Perth, Australia –** India has taken a commanding lead in the first Test against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth, setting the hosts a challenging 534-run target. A crucial partnership between Virat Kohli and Washington Sundar propelled India to a massive second-innings total of 487.
Kohli, returning to form with a magnificent century (100 runs off 143 balls, including 8 fours and 2 sixes), anchored India’s innings. His 30th Test ton formed the backbone of India’s dominance. He received vital support from all-rounder Washington Sundar, who contributed a solid 29 runs off 94 balls, including one six. The pair added an 89-run partnership, taking India past the 400-run mark. Sundar’s innings, though ultimately cut short by a peach of a delivery from Nathan Lyon, provided crucial stability.
Further bolstering India’s lead was Nitish Kumar Reddy’s explosive unbeaten 38 off 27 balls (strike rate over 140, including 3 fours and 2 sixes).
The impressive Indian batting display has left Australia facing a daunting task to avoid defeat in their own backyard. The match continues.
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