Fri Dec 06 01:50:37 UTC 2024: ## India Eyes Revenge in Adelaide Day-Night Test Against Australia

**Adelaide, Australia** – India will attempt to avenge a humiliating defeat in Adelaide when they face Australia in the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, a day-night match starting Friday. The Adelaide Oval holds painful memories for India, who were bowled out for a record-low 36 runs in their second innings during the 2020/21 series.

This second Test comes at a crucial time for Australia, following their 295-run loss to India in Perth. Australian media and former players have criticized the team’s lack of aggression. India, however, enters the match with momentum, boosted by the return of captain Rohit Sharma and opener Shubman Gill to the playing XI. Rohit will bat at number three.

The Adelaide Oval’s traditionally bouncy pitch and the pink ball under lights present unique challenges. Australia’s Mitchell Starc, a master of full-length bowling, is expected to be a major threat. The pink ball’s extra lacquer creates significant swing, particularly in the twilight periods. Historically, fast bowlers have dominated day-night Tests in Australia, though spinners have also shown success in other venues.

Despite Australia’s impressive 7-0 record in previous day-night Tests at the Adelaide Oval, their recent defeat to the West Indies in Brisbane serves as a reminder that no victory is guaranteed. India will be hoping to capitalize on this, aiming to break Australia’s dominance at this specific venue and level the series. Virat Kohli, the only Indian to score a half-century in a day-night Test in Australia, will be key to India’s success. The match will be broadcast on Star Sports Network and DD Sports in India.

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