Sat Jan 04 02:00:00 UTC 2025: ## India’s Bowlers Dominate Day 2 in Sydney, Australia Teeters at 58/4
**Sydney, Australia:** India dominated the second day of the fifth and final Test against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, leaving the hosts struggling at 58/4 at stumps. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj spearheaded the Indian bowling attack, each claiming two wickets apiece.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy series is currently 2-1 in Australia’s favor, meaning India must win this match to avoid a series loss. This is a significant challenge considering India’s recent dominance in Australia, having won the last two series Down Under (2-1 in both 2018-19 and 2020-21). Historically, India holds a commanding lead in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, winning 10 out of 16 series against Australia.
Early Australian wickets fell to Bumrah and Siraj, removing key batsmen like Sam Conners (23), Usman Khawaja (2), Marnus Labuschagne (2), and Travis Head (4). At the close of play, Steve Smith (17) and Beau Webster (6) were at the crease, facing a stern test from the Indian bowling line-up. The day’s play ended with Australia’s innings precariously poised at 58/4, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling third day.
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