Sun Dec 08 05:50:00 UTC 2024: ## India Suffers Crushing 10-Wicket Defeat in Adelaide Test
**Adelaide, Australia:** Team India suffered a humiliating 10-wicket defeat against Australia in the opening Test match in Adelaide. Captain Rohit Sharma’s leadership was heavily criticized for a lack of aggression, allowing the Australian team to dominate throughout the match.
India’s poor record in pink-ball Tests against Australia was further exacerbated by poor batting performance. Despite knowing the challenges of the Adelaide pitch, Indian batsmen displayed carelessness, leading to their downfall.
Team selection also came under scrutiny. The omission of fast bowler Prasidh Krishna, who would have been well-suited to the pink-ball conditions, in favour of Harshit Rana, who proved ineffective, was questioned. No Indian batsman displayed the necessary responsibility or forged crucial partnerships, resulting in the comprehensive loss.
The Indian spin bowlers, notably Ashwin, also failed to make an impact, further contributing to the team’s defeat. The selection decisions and lack of strong partnerships were identified as key factors in India’s heavy loss in Adelaide.
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