Sat Dec 07 11:28:21 UTC 2024: ## India Crumbles in Adelaide, Australia Takes Commanding Lead
**Adelaide, Australia (Dec 7, 2024)** – Australia has taken a commanding lead on day one and two of the second Test against India in Adelaide. India, after winning the toss and electing to bat first, were bowled out for a paltry 180 runs, with Mitchell Starc taking a remarkable 6 wickets. Nitish Reddy top-scored for India with 42 runs.
Australia, in response, ended day one at 86/1, with openers Nathan McSweeney (38) and Marnus Labuschagne (20) at the crease. However, day two saw Australia dominate further, reaching a total of 337 runs, thanks largely to a brilliant 140-run century by Travis Head (his third Test century). Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj were the pick of the Indian bowlers, each taking 4 wickets.
This leaves India with a daunting 157-run deficit heading into their second innings. Bumrah’s performance, particularly the crucial dismissals of Steve Smith and Nathan McSweeney, offered India some hope of a comeback, but Australia’s powerful batting display leaves them firmly in control of the match. The second day’s play ended with Australia at 191/4. The match continues.
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