Fri Dec 06 10:52:35 UTC 2024: ## India Stumbles in Adelaide, Australia Takes Control on Day 1 of 2nd Test
**Adelaide, Australia** – Day one of the second Test between India and Australia in Adelaide saw a topsy-turvy start, with India winning the toss and electing to bat first, only to be bowled out for 180 runs in 44.1 overs. Despite a fighting 42 from Nitish Reddy, India struggled against a strong Australian bowling attack, led by Mitchell Starc’s impressive 6-wicket haul. Pat Cummins and Scott Boland each picked up two wickets.
India’s batting lineup saw a shaky start, with Yashasvi Jaiswal dismissed for a duck on the first ball of the match. While KL Rahul (37) and Shubman Gill (31) provided some resistance, the middle order crumbled, with Virat Kohli managing only 7 runs before being dismissed. Rishabh Pant (21) and Ravichandran Ashwin (22) also contributed, but it wasn’t enough to counter the Australian bowlers’ dominance.
The Indian team made three changes to their playing XI from the first Test, bringing back Rohit Sharma as captain, Shubman Gill, and Ravichandran Ashwin. Australia also made one change, with Scott Boland replacing the injured Josh Hazlewood.
Despite early promise and a strong start by Rahul and Gill, India’s innings ultimately collapsed, leaving Australia with a significant advantage going into day two. The day’s play was briefly disrupted by rain, as predicted. Australia finished the day on 55/1, meaning India’s lead is 125 runs. Usman Khawaja was the first Australian wicket to fall, dismissed for 13 by Jasprit Bumrah. Nathan McAndrew and Marnus Labuschagne will resume their innings for Australia tomorrow. The weather forecast continues to include the possibility of rain, which could impact the remainder of the match.
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