Australia's hopes of a comeback were dashed on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test in Sydney, as India's batsmen, led by Rishabh Pant's blistering knock, put on a dominant display. The visitors ended the day with a commanding lead of 145 runs, thanks to Pant's whirlwind innings of 61 off just 33 balls.
Pant's innings was a highlight of the day, as he took on the Australian bowlers with reckless abandon. He smashed six fours and four sixes, and reached his half-century in just 29 balls. His innings was eventually ended by Scott Boland, who caught him at mid-wicket.
Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar were the other not out batsmen for India, finishing the day on 8 and 6 runs respectively. India's bowlers also performed well, dismissing Australia for 181. Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, and Nitish Reddy all took three wickets each.
Scorecards:
- Australia 1st Innings: 181 all out (Warner 51, Boland 3/31, Siraj 3/51)
- India 2nd Innings: 141/6 (Pant 61, Jadeja 8*, Sundar 6*, Boland 3/31)
Key Performers:
- Rishabh Pant: 61 off 33 balls (6 fours, 4 sixes)
- Mohammed Siraj: 3/51
- Prasidh Krishna: 3/42
- Nitish Reddy: 2/32
India's strong performance on Day 2 has put them in a commanding position to win the match and clinch the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Australia will need to bat well in their second innings to avoid defeat and stay in contention for the series. The match is evenly poised, and we can expect an exciting finish in the coming days.
India's dominant performance on Day 2 has put them in a strong position to win the final Test and clinch the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Australia will need to bat well in their second innings to avoid defeat and stay in contention for the series. The match is evenly poised, and we can expect an exciting finish in the coming days.
