Aus vs Ind: India’s star wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant delivered an outstanding performance on Day 2 of the Sydney Test, scoring a quick 61 runs off just 32 balls. His innings helped India finish the day at 141/6, building a lead of 145 runs after bowling out Australia for 181 earlier in the day.
Rishabh Pant’s Quick Knock
Pant’s blistering half-century, achieved in just 29 balls, was the second-fastest fifty in Test cricket. His aggressive batting gave India much-needed momentum in the second innings. By stumps, Ravindra Jadeja (8) and Washington Sundar (6) were at the crease, continuing to build India’s lead.
Indian Bowlers Shine
India’s bowlers put on a strong performance to skittle Australia out for 181 runs in their first innings. Mohammed Siraj (3/51), Prasidh Krishna (3/42), and Nitish Reddy (2/32) stepped up in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah, who left the field due to a back injury. Today Mohammed doing such a great job in day 2. Australia began the day at 9/1, but Marnus Labuschagne fell early, scoring just 2 runs. Siraj struck twice, dismissing Sam Konstas (23) and Travis Head (4) in quick succession.
Beau Webster Impresses on Debut
Beau Webster impressed on his Test debut, scoring a brilliant 57 for Australia. However, after Steve Smith was dismissed for 37, India’s bowlers took control. Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, and Nitish Reddy rattled the lower order, quickly dismissing the Australian batsmen and bowling them out for 181, giving India a significant advantage in the match.
India’s Second Innings
In their second innings, India faced a tough challenge from Australia’s bowlers, particularly Scott Boland, who took 4/42. Despite the pressure, Pant’s attacking play stood out.
India 1st innings: 185 all out
Australia 1st innings: 181 all out in 51 overs (Beau Webster 57, Steve Smith 37; Prasidh Krishna 3/42, Mohammed Siraj 3/51, Nitish Reddy 2/32).
India 2nd innings: 141/6 in 32 overs (Rishabh Pant 61; Scott Boland 4/42).
India heads into Day 3 with a lead of 145 runs, setting the stage for an exciting finish to the Test match.
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