Mon Dec 30 16:25:16 UTC 2024: ## India Suffers Upsetting Test Defeat in Melbourne
**Melbourne, Australia** – India suffered a disappointing four-wicket defeat to Barishal in their latest Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), losing a game widely considered winnable. The loss comes as a significant blow, particularly given the absence of a repeat of the historic 2021 Gabba victory. Barishal secured their win with 11 balls to spare.
The match saw several key talking points. The series’ leading wicket-taker also bowled the most overs among seamers for both teams. Indian captain Rohit Sharma expressed mixed feelings about Rishabh Pant’s batting approach, stating Pant needs to better manage risk and reward. A controversial third umpire decision saw Yashasvi Jaiswal dismissed after initially being given not out.
The defeat leaves a sense of frustration within the Indian camp, highlighting missed opportunities in a match they were expected to control. The MCG 2024 contest lacked the dramatic comeback witnessed at the Gabba in 2021.
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