Delhi: The first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth was very exciting. First Team India was reduced to just 150 runs and then Australia also lost 7 wickets, due to which tremendous ups and downs were seen in the match.
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For India, Nitish Reddy scored the highest score of 41 runs, but other batsmen were seen struggling. For Australia, Josh Hazlewood bowled brilliantly and took 4 wickets, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Marsh took 2 wickets each. In reply, Australia also had a very poor start. By the end of the day's play, the Australian team had lost 7 wickets for 67 runs. Jasprit Bumrah bowled lethally and took 4 wickets, while Mohammad Siraj took 2 and Harshit Rana took 1 wicket.
Unique record made after 72 years
According to the report of Cricbuzz, this is the first time in 72 years that 17 wickets have fallen on the first day of a Test match in Australia. The last time this happened was in 1952. The special thing is that all 17 wickets were taken by fast bowlers.
After the first day's play, India seems to have the upper hand. Now it has to be seen which team takes the lead in the match on the second day.
FAQ
Has India ever won a test match in Perth?
In December 2018, Perth's Optus Stadium hosted its first international match when India faced Australia in a Test match. Despite captain Virat Kohli's fighting century, India lost that match Was.
Does Perth have a batting pitch?
Perth is known for its pace and bounce. however, Drop-in pitch used at Optus Stadium.
