India vs Australia 5th Test: Live Updates and Highlights

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Australia has reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a decade, securing a 3-1 series victory over India with a six-wicket win in the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Match Highlights:

• India’s Second Innings: Resuming at 141/6, India was bowled out for 157, setting Australia a target of 162 runs. Scott Boland was instrumental, achieving a ten-wicket haul in the match.
• Australia’s Chase: Despite early setbacks, including the dismissals of Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, and Steve Smith, Australia reached 162/4. Travis Head (34*) and debutant Beau Webster (39*) guided the team to victory with an unbroken fifth-wicket partnership.
• India’s Bowling Effort: Prasidh Krishna led the attack with three wickets, while Mohammed Siraj contributed with two. Notably, Jasprit Bumrah was absent from bowling in the second innings due to a back injury, impacting India’s defense.

Series Overview:

• Australia’s Performance: This series win marks Australia’s first Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph since 2014-15. The victory also secures their place in the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord’s in June. Captain Pat Cummins expressed pride in the team’s achievement, highlighting the significance of winning all bilateral titles in Test cricket.
• India’s Challenges: The series was challenging for India, with key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli underperforming. Coach Gautam Gambhir emphasized that both players still have a future in the team if they choose to continue. Additionally, Bumrah’s injury in the final Test was a significant setback for the bowling unit.

For a visual recap of the match, you can watch the highlights below:

India vs Australia 5th Test Day 3 Highlights

The fifth and final Test between India and Australia is underway at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). India, led by stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah, won the toss and elected to bat under overcast conditions. Notably, regular captain Rohit Sharma has opted to rest for this crucial match, with Shubman Gill replacing him in the lineup.

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In the first session, India’s top order faced challenges:

• KL Rahul was dismissed early, caught behind off Mitchell Starc for 4 runs.
• Yashasvi Jaiswal followed, caught by Beau Webster off Scott Boland for 10 runs.
• Shubman Gill contributed 20 runs before being caught by Steve Smith off Nathan Lyon’s bowling just before lunch.

At lunch, India stood at 57 for 3, with Virat Kohli unbeaten on 12 runs.

This match is pivotal for India, as they need a win to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Australia currently leads the series 2-1, having rebounded from a loss in the first Test to win the subsequent two matches.

For live coverage and detailed updates, you can follow the match on various platforms, including live blogs and streaming services.

India vs Australia, 5th Test, Day 1 Live Match

The 5th Test between India and Australia on Day 1 is proving to be an exciting contest! Here are the key updates so far:

Match Details:

• Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
• Toss: India won the toss and elected to bat first.
• Series Status: Australia leads 2-1 in the five-match series. India must win this game to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Key Highlights:

• India’s Top Order Struggles:
  • KL Rahul (4 runs) fell early to Mitchell Starc.
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal (10 runs) was dismissed by Scott Boland.
  • Shubman Gill (20 runs) lost his wicket to Nathan Lyon just before lunch.
• Current Score at Lunch:
  • India: 57/3
  • Virat Kohli is unbeaten on 12 runs, holding the innings steady.

What’s Next?

• The post-lunch session will be critical for India to build a solid foundation.
• Australia’s bowlers, especially Starc, Lyon, and Boland, will look to capitalize on the early breakthroughs.

Stay tuned for live action on streaming platforms or follow live blogs for ball-by-ball updates!

For a live stream, check this YouTube link.

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