Fri Dec 06 09:36:57 UTC 2024: ## Starc’s Six-Wicket Haul Stuns India on Day 1 of Adelaide Test
**Adelaide, Australia:** Mitchell Starc’s sensational six-wicket haul spearheaded Australia’s dominance on Day 1 of the second Test against India at the Adelaide Oval. India, after winning the toss and electing to bat, were bowled out for a paltry 180 runs before tea, despite a fighting 42 from Nitish Kumar Reddy.
The Australian bowlers exploited the conditions effectively, with Starc consistently finding the right length and exploiting the bounce. Scott Boland also contributed significantly, claiming the wicket of Rohit Sharma with a superb in-swinger. Pat Cummins, despite a relatively quiet start, eventually picked up Bumrah’s wicket.
India’s top order crumbled under the pressure, with KL Rahul and Shubman Gill falling early. While Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s return to the side boosted morale, their performances fell short of expectations. Rohit, in particular, struggled with his usual foot movement.
Despite Reddy’s valiant effort, the Indian batting lineup failed to offer sufficient resistance after the early wickets. Australia will be confident heading into their second innings, with the pitch seemingly favouring their pace attack. The match marks Australia’s eighth Pink-Ball Test at the Adelaide Oval, a venue where they boast a perfect seven-win record in previous day-night matches. The match continues.
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