Mon Dec 30 05:13:09 UTC 2024: ## India Faces Difficult Chase in Melbourne Test
**Melbourne, Australia –** India is facing a challenging 228-run chase on the final day of the fourth cricket Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Resuming at 84 for three, India reached 112 for three at tea, with Yashasvi Jaiswal anchoring the innings on 63.
Earlier, India’s star bowler Jasprit Bumrah took a five-wicket haul (5/57), adding to his recent milestone of 200 Test wickets. He was well-supported by Mohammed Siraj (3/70) and Ravindra Jadeja (1/33). Australia, resuming at 228/9, were bowled out for 234, setting India a 340-run target.
India suffered an early setback when both K.L. Rahul and Rohit Sharma were dismissed in the same over by Pat Cummins. Virat Kohli also fell before lunch, caught by Mitchell Starc. Jaiswal’s half-century provided some much-needed stability after the lunch break. The match remains closely contested, with a thrilling finish expected.
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