Fri Dec 06 22:09:00 UTC 2024: ## Siraj’s Speed Gun Glitch Causes Stir as Australia Dominates Day 1 in Adelaide Test
Adelaide, Australia – A technical glitch in the speed gun during the first day of the India vs Australia Pink-ball Test in Adelaide caused a major stir Friday, registering Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj’s delivery at an improbable 181.6 kph. This speed far surpasses the current world record of 161.3 kph set by Shoaib Akhtar. While the reading was widely considered a malfunction, the incident quickly went viral on social media.
Despite the headline-grabbing speed-gun reading, Australia dominated the day’s play. Mitchell Starc starred with a career-best six-wicket haul, dismantling India’s batting lineup for a paltry 180 all out. Nitish Reddy’s 42 was the only significant contribution to India’s total after a promising start of 69/1.
Australia, in response, reached 86/1 at stumps, with Marnus Labuschagne (20*) and Nathan McSweeney (38*) navigating challenging conditions. Jasprit Bumrah provided India’s lone breakthrough, dismissing Usman Khawaja.
While the pitch offered scoring opportunities, Australia will be confident of surpassing India’s total on Day 2 under improved lighting conditions. The match, so far, highlights Australia’s dominance and India’s need for improved bowling support for Bumrah.
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