Sat Dec 07 11:03:21 UTC 2024: ## India Stumbles in Adelaide as Australia Takes Control of Second Test
**Adelaide, Australia:** Day two of the second Test between India and Australia saw a dramatic shift in momentum, with the hosts seizing control after India’s first innings collapse.
Resuming their innings from 86/1, Australia piled on the runs, reaching a commanding 337 all out, thanks largely to Travis Head’s magnificent 140 and Marnus Labuschagne’s 64. Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah were the pick of the Indian bowlers, each taking four wickets.
India’s batting faltered significantly in their first innings, managing only 180 runs. Key wickets fell early, with KL Rahul (caught behind) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (caught behind) falling cheaply. Virat Kohli (11) and Shubman Gill (28) also failed to make substantial contributions. While Rishabh Pant and Nitish Reddy offered some resistance, India’s innings ended quickly, leaving them with a 157-run deficit.
The second day’s play saw Australia extend their lead, putting India under immense pressure. The Indian team’s hopes of bouncing back depend on a strong performance in their second innings. However, their start has been far from ideal. Australia’s bowlers are already proving a tough challenge to the Indian batters. The match is poised to be an exciting contest, but Australia clearly holds the advantage heading into day three.
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