Sat Dec 07 06:45:30 UTC 2024: ## Siraj’s Record-Breaking 181.6 kph Delivery: A Glitch in the System?
**Adelaide, Australia:** A sensational claim emerged during the second India-Australia Test match at the Adelaide Oval, suggesting Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj bowled a delivery at a staggering 181.6 kph. This speed, if accurate, would shatter the existing record held by Shoaib Akhtar. However, the reported speed has been attributed to a technical glitch in the stadium’s automatic scoreboard.
India, after winning the first Test in Perth, faced a challenging start to the second, pink-ball Test. Winning the toss and electing to bat first, India’s innings crumbled under the pressure of the Australian bowling attack, notably Mitchell Starc who claimed six wickets, leaving India all out for 180. While R. Ashwin (22) and N. Reddy (42) offered some resistance, the Indian batting line-up struggled against Starc and Boland.
The Australian innings began, and by the end of the first day’s play, Australia had reached 86/1. During the second day’s play, the scoreboard briefly displayed Siraj’s delivery at 181.6 kph, sparking widespread excitement and speculation on social media. While fans celebrated the supposed record, officials clarified that the reading was a result of a technical error. Reports now suggest the actual speed of the delivery was closer to 147 kph.
Despite the corrected speed, the incident highlighted the excitement surrounding Siraj’s pace bowling and provided a temporary moment of buzz during an otherwise tense Test match. The match continues, with the result still to be determined.
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