Sat Jan 04 06:30:28 UTC 2025: ## India Takes Early Lead in Sydney Test Despite Bumrah Injury
**Sydney, Australia** – India has taken a commanding lead on day one of the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney, despite a setback with captain Jasprit Bumrah suffering an injury and leaving the field.
India, winning the toss and electing to bat first, were bowled out for 185 in 72.2 overs. Rishabh Pant top-scored with 40 runs, while Jasprit Bumrah contributed a quickfire 22. Scott Boland was the pick of the Australian bowlers with 4 wickets.
In reply, Australia were bundled out for 181 runs, giving India a slender four-run lead. Debutant Beau Webster top-scored for Australia with 57, while Steve Smith contributed 33. Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna each took three wickets, while Bumrah and Nitish Reddy claimed two each. Reddy’s performance was particularly impressive, taking two wickets in just two balls.
However, the day ended on a sour note for India as Bumrah was forced to retire hurt due to injury and was taken to hospital. The extent of his injury is yet to be confirmed.
The Indian batting lineup saw several changes from the previous match, with Shubman Gill replacing Rohit Sharma and Prasidh Krishna coming in for Avesh Khan. Australia also made one change, with Beau Webster replacing Mitchell Marsh.
The match continues tomorrow with India in a strong position to win the final Test.
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