Sat Jan 04 09:49:39 UTC 2025: ## India Dominates Day Two of Sydney Test, Leads Australia by 145 Runs
**Sydney, Australia –** India took control of the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Test against Australia on day two at the Sydney Cricket Ground, ending the day with a commanding 145-run lead. A dramatic day saw a total of 15 wickets fall, with both teams showcasing exhilarating batting and impressive bowling performances.
Australia, resuming at 39/4, were bowled out for 181 in their first innings. Beau Webster (57) and Steve Smith (33) offered some resistance, but Prasidh Krishna (3/42) and Mohammed Siraj (3/51) led the Indian attack. Jasprit Bumrah, who left the field for precautionary scans, also picked up two early wickets before his departure.
In response, India’s top order initially struggled. However, Rishabh Pant exploded onto the scene, scoring a blistering 61 off just 33 balls, including four sixes. Yashasvi Jaiswal (22) and KL Rahul (13) also contributed early runs before falling victim to Scott Boland’s impressive spell (4/42). Virat Kohli, amidst a mixed reception from the crowd, managed just 6 runs before being dismissed.
At the close of play, India were 141/6 in their second innings, with Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar at the crease. The match remains finely poised, with the final day promising a thrilling conclusion to the series.
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