Sat Dec 07 02:18:42 UTC 2024: ## Siraj’s “Record-Breaking” Delivery: A Glitch in the System?
**Adelaide, Australia:** Day one of the second Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match saw India bowled out for a disappointing 180 runs, leaving Australia in a commanding position at 86/1 at stumps. However, the day’s most talked-about moment wasn’t a boundary or a wicket, but a speed-gun reading attributed to Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj.
Social media buzzed with images claiming Siraj bowled a delivery clocked at an astonishing 181.6 km/h, seemingly surpassing Shoaib Akhtar’s long-standing record of 161.3 km/h. However, this speed reading is widely believed to be a glitch in the speed gun during the 24th over of Australia’s innings. The incident occurred after Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne was distracted by a beer snake in the stands, causing a brief delay and some heated words between Labuschagne and Siraj.
Despite the controversial speed reading, Australia ended the day in a strong position, still trailing by 94 runs but with nine wickets in hand. The match continues to unfold with high drama both on and off the field.
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