Sat Dec 07 16:54:27 UTC 2024: ## Australia Dominates Day 1 of Second Test Against India
**Adelaide, Australia:** Australia took control of the second Test against India on Day 1 at the Adelaide Oval, leaving India with a mountain to climb in the day-night match. Mitchell Starc spearheaded Australia’s bowling attack, claiming a stunning six wickets as India were bowled out for a paltry 180 runs in 44.1 overs. Starc’s exceptional performance marked his first five-wicket haul with a pink ball. He received strong support from Pat Cummins (2 wickets) and Scott Boland (2 wickets). Nitish Kumar Reddy offered some late resistance for India, scoring a quick-fire 42. Earlier, KL Rahul (37) and Shubman Gill (31) provided a decent start but failed to convert it into a substantial score.
In reply, Australia reached 86/1 at stumps, trailing India by just 94 runs with nine wickets remaining. Jasprit Bumrah provided India’s only breakthrough, dismissing Usman Khawaja (13) caught at slip by Rohit Sharma. Nathan McAndrew (38*) and Marnus Labuschagne (20*) remained unbeaten at the close of play, having added a crucial 62-run partnership for the second wicket.
The day belonged firmly to Australia, setting the stage for an exciting contest in the remaining days of the match. India will need a significant improvement in their batting and bowling performance to level the series.
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