Vishwa Shandilya
India vs. Australia, 2nd Test, Day 1 Summary:
The opening day of the second Test between India and Australia at the Adelaide Oval was a rollercoaster of momentum shifts. India won the toss and chose to bat but struggled against a potent Australian bowling attack, being dismissed for 180 in 44.1 overs.
Mitchell Starc led Australia’s charge with three crucial wickets, dismissing Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and Virat Kohli in quick succession. India’s top order faltered, but Nitish Reddy’s gritty 42 provided some resistance. Shubman Gill (31) and Rahul (37) were the only other notable contributors in a disappointing batting display.
In reply, Australia began cautiously, ending the day at 86/1 after 33 overs. Jasprit Bumrah gave India an early breakthrough, dismissing Usman Khawaja (13), but Nathan McSweeney (38*) and Marnus Labuschagne (20*) steadied the innings with a composed partnership. Australia trails by 94 runs with nine wickets in hand.
