Fri Dec 06 10:02:34 UTC 2024: **India Stumbles in Adelaide as Australia Takes Early Control in Second Test**
Adelaide, Australia – Day one of the second Test between India and Australia at the Adelaide Oval saw a dominant Australian performance, leaving India struggling at the close of play. After winning the toss and electing to bat, India’s innings was marked by an early collapse and a failure to build a substantial lead.
Mitchell Starc spearheaded Australia’s bowling attack, claiming the crucial wicket of Yashasvi Jaiswal for a duck on the very first ball. Starc went on to take a five-wicket haul, removing key players KL Rahul (37) and Virat Kohli (7) in quick succession. Scott Boland also contributed significantly, dismissing Shubman Gill (31) lbw. Despite a brief recovery led by Rishabh Pant (21) and a late flourish from Nitish Kumar Reddy (42), India’s innings ultimately faltered. Pat Cummins also chipped in with important wickets, including Pant.
At stumps, India had managed a total of 180 runs, leaving them vulnerable going into the second day. Australia’s openers, Usman Khawaja and Nathan McSweeney, will resume their innings on Friday, with a chance to capitalize on India’s shaky start. While McSweeney survived a dropped catch, Khawaja was dismissed by Bumrah for 13 runs. The Australians ended the day on 29/1, with a challenging but achievable target to match India’s total.
The match is being televised on the Star Sports network and streamed on Hotstar. Live updates and scores are available on Sportstar’s website and app.
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