Despite early setbacks with the failure of veterans Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, India's Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant showed resilience with their partnership of 88 runs on Day 5 of the 4th Test between India and Australia at MCG. However, a quick 2-wicket haul by Scott Boland and Travis Head shifted the game in Australia's favor. By lunch, India had lost 3 wickets while chasing 340, leaving the match on a knife's edge. Stay tuned for live updates!
India vs Australia 4th Test: Dramatic Day 5 at MCG
The fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) witnessed a gripping Day 5. Despite losing early wickets, India fought back valiantly before Australia regained control towards lunchtime.
Early Indian Misfortunes
India's batting lineup suffered a setback in the morning session as Rohit Sharma (12), Virat Kohli (8), and KL Rahul (0) were dismissed cheaply. The early collapses left India in a precarious position, with the score at 27/3.
Jaiswal-Pant Partnership
However, young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant showcased resilience, forging an 88-run partnership. Jaiswal played a mature innings of 62, while Pant contributed 52. Their partnership provided India with much-needed stability.
Australian Comeback
Australia's pacers, Scott Boland and Travis Head, turned the game in their favor with quick wickets. Boland dismissed Jaiswal, while Head removed Cheteshwar Pujara and Pant in successive deliveries. By lunch, India had lost three wickets while chasing a target of 340.
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