Sun Jan 05 04:31:38 UTC 2025: ## Australia Clinches Series Win, World Test Championship Spot in Sydney Thriller

**Sydney, Australia** – Australia secured a resounding 6-wicket victory over India on Day 3 of the fifth Test, reclaiming the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a decade-long drought. The win also booked their place in the World Test Championship final against South Africa.

Resuming their second innings at a precarious 141/6, India crumbled, losing their remaining four wickets for a mere 16 runs, posting a paltry 157 all out. Pat Cummins and Scott Boland spearheaded the Australian bowling attack, with Boland finishing with a six-wicket haul.

Australia then comfortably chased down the 162-run target, reaching the finish line thanks to unbeaten knocks from Travis Head (34*) and Beau Webster (39*). The series win marks a 1-3 triumph for Australia over India.

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