Fri Dec 06 15:55:14 UTC 2024: ## India Collapses in Adelaide, Siraj’s Anger Steals Spotlight on Day 1
**Adelaide, Australia (December 6, 2024):** A disastrous batting performance by India overshadowed a fiery incident involving Mohammed Siraj and Marnus Labuschagne on day one of the second Test against Australia in Adelaide. India, after winning the toss, were bowled out for a paltry 180 runs, their batting order crumbling under the pressure of the Australian attack. Mitchell Starc was the chief destroyer, claiming six wickets.
Australia responded strongly, reaching 86/1 at stumps, leaving them trailing by 94 runs. Usman Khawaja was the only Australian wicket to fall, dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah for 13. Nathan McSweeney (38*) and Labuschagne (20*) remained unbeaten, providing a solid foundation for the Australian innings.
The day’s most talked-about moment, however, involved a heated exchange between Siraj and Labuschagne. While Siraj was in his run-up, Labuschagne momentarily moved away from the crease after a spectator walked behind the sightscreen. Enraged by this perceived lack of respect for his delivery, Siraj reacted by throwing the ball at the stumps and directing angry words towards Labuschagne. Video footage of the incident quickly went viral on social media.
India’s batting woes extended beyond the low total. Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed on the first ball, while key players like Virat Kohli (7) and Rohit Sharma (3) failed to make significant contributions. KL Rahul (37) and Shubman Gill (31) offered some resistance, but it wasn’t enough to prevent a humiliating collapse. The match continues tomorrow.
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