In an exciting start to the ICC World Test Championship final, India faced a daunting challenge as they lost their first two matches, rohit sharma and Shubman Gill, in a single session. Australia’s formidable bowler Pat Cummins gave his team a perfect start by sacking Sharma, who has been struggling for form for him of late.
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, known for his batting prowess, found himself embroiled in a brawl with Cummins when the Australian pacer unleashed a brilliant pitch that completely fooled him. Rohit Sharma, despite showing some promising shots to boost the innings, was unable to read the line and length of Cummins’ delivery, causing him to get stuck in front of the stumps.
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Cummins’ pitch, with a fuller pitch and an inward angle, hit Rohit Sharma’s pads right down the middle. Despite consulting with Gill, Sharma decided not to use the review, as the height factor alone could have saved him. Cummins’ precise execution allowed Australia to claim their first wicket, leaving India in a precarious position with their skipper back in the ward.
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On Day 2 Tea Break, India found itself trailing by a massive 432 runs. The team now looks to their stalwarts Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara to deliver a master class in leading India out of this challenging situation. The onus falls on Kohli and Pujara to forge a substantial partnership and stabilize the innings against a disciplined Australian bowling attack.
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Having had a difficult time bowling for almost four sessions, India’s hopes rest on their experienced middle-order batsmen to get the team out of trouble. Kohli, known for his exceptional hitting and leadership skills, will be eager to make a significant contribution and lead from the front. Renowned for his solid defense and his ability to occupy the box, Pujara will try to provide stability and frustrate the Australian bowlers.
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The situation calls for resilience, patience and application on the part of the Indian batsmen as they face the challenge of negotiating the lethal Australian attack. The conditions at the venue have favored the batsman so far, but Australia have somehow managed to make the most of the conditions.
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As the match progresses, India’s hopes will depend on the ability of their mid-level batsmen to build partnerships, rotate strike and capitalize on scoring opportunities. A strong batting display in the crucial third session of the day will be crucial for India to reduce the deficit and lay the groundwork for a competitive total.
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