Fri Jan 03 01:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Australia Edges Closer to Victory as India’s Lower Order Fights Back

**Sydney, Australia** – Australia tightened its grip on the second Test against India, but India’s lower order offered spirited resistance in a tense final session. Despite losing Washington Sundar (14) early in the session, dismissed via a controversial caught-behind decision overturned on review, India’s tailenders added crucial runs, making the final margin of victory far from certain.

Jasprit Bumrah, promoted up the order, played a crucial attacking innings, smashing several boundaries. His aggressive approach saw him hit four fours, including three consecutive shots down the ground against Scott Boland. However, he also survived several close calls, including several short balls from Mitchell Starc that missed his attempted pulls.

Prasidh Krishna also contributed valuable runs alongside Bumrah, although he struggled against some tight bowling, including a dot ball and misses. The pair frustrated the Australian bowlers, ensuring that every run scored by India becomes increasingly important.

Earlier, Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins had a brief discussion, seemingly strategizing the bowling approach as the pitch, providing assistance to the bowlers, continued to play a significant role. The Indian lower order will aim to leverage this bowler-friendly pitch to their advantage.

Despite India’s resilience, Australia remains firmly in control of the match. The final session proved to be a close fought battle with several controversial calls made that highlighted the fine line between success and failure. The match remains poised for a thrilling conclusion.

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