<p>Australia beat India by 146 runs in the morning session of the fifth and final day of the second Test on Tuesday to level up the four-match series at 1-1.</p>

<p>The tourists, chasing 287 runs for victory, were dismissed for 140 at the new Perth Stadium when Jasprit Bumrah was caught and bowled by quick Pat Cummins as the last wicket of the innings.</p>

<p>Left-arm paceman Mitchell Starc finished with 3-46, while spinner Nathan Lyon took 3-39 on a feisty pitch. For India, Ajinkya Rahane made 30 with the bat and Rishabh Pant also 30.</p>

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<p>In the post-match&nbsp;presentation, Virat Kohli said, "Australia played better cricket than us and they deserved to win."</p>

<p>Cricket pundits questioned&nbsp;Virat's decision&nbsp;to play with four seamers and not picking a single spinner in the playing squad for Perth Test.</p>

<p>India skipper Kohli said, "When we looked at the pitch, we didn't think about the Jadeja option. We thought four quicks would be enough."</p>

<p>He justified saying, "We never thought about the spin option, to be honest."</p>

<p>Kohli praised spinner Lyon, who won player of the match, for his brilliant performance. Kohli said, "Nathan Lyon bowled really well."</p>

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<p>It was a first win in eight Test matches for Australia. India, who won the opener at Adelaide Oval by 31 runs, have never won a Test series in Australia.</p>

<p>The series continues with the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground starting on December 26 before concluding with the fourth Test in Sydney in the New Year.</p>


Australia beat India by 146 runs in the morning session of the fifth and final day of the second Test on Tuesday to level up the four-match series at 1-1. The tourists, chasing 287 runs for victory, were dismissed for 140 at the new Perth Stadium when Jasprit Bumrah was caught and bowled by quick Pat Cummins as the last wicket of the innings.

Australia beat India by 146 runs in the morning session of the fifth and final day of the second Test on Tuesday to level up the four-match series at 1-1. The tourists, chasing 287 runs for victory, were dismissed for 140 at the new Perth Stadium when Jasprit Bumrah was caught and bowled by quick Pat Cummins as the last wicket of the innings. Left-arm paceman Mitchell Starc finished with 3-46, while spinner Nathan Lyon took 3-39 on a feisty pitch. For India, Ajinkya Rahane made 30 with the bat and Rishabh Pant also 30. 🙌 AUSTRALIA WIN 🙌 The hosts register a convincing 146-run win by bowling India out for 140 early in the morning session on Day 5.#AUSvIND SCORECARD ⬇️ https://t.co/viG01B7TWC pic.twitter.com/siotOPs9LR — ICC (@ICC) December 18, 2018 × In the post-match presentation, Virat Kohli said, "Australia played better cricket than us and they deserved to win." Cricket pundits questioned Virat's decision to play with four seamers and not picking a single spinner in the playing squad for Perth Test. India skipper Kohli said, "When we looked at the pitch, we didn't think about the Jadeja option. We thought four quicks would be enough." He justified saying, "We never thought about the spin option, to be honest." Kohli praised spinner Lyon, who won player of the match, for his brilliant performance. Kohli said, "Nathan Lyon bowled really well." With match-winning figures of 8/106 in the Perth Test, Nathan Lyon is named the Player of the Match. 👏#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/agHLjqKga5 — ICC (@ICC) December 18, 2018 × It was a first win in eight Test matches for Australia. India, who won the opener at Adelaide Oval by 31 runs, have never won a Test series in Australia. The series continues with the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground starting on December 26 before concluding with the fourth Test in Sydney in the New Year.

Australia thrash India to win Perth Test by 146 runs, level series 1-1

<p>Australia captain Tim Paine was a relieved man as Australia registered a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-australia-thrash-india-to-win-perth-test-by-146-runs-184935">146-run victory over India</a> in the second Test match of a four-match series in Perth.</p>

<p>It is Australia's first&nbsp;win since the ball-tampering&nbsp;scandal, which included former captain Steve Smith, David Warner&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cameron Bancroft.</p>

<p>The Paine-led team marked a&nbsp;drought-breaking success,&nbsp;their&nbsp;first in seven Tests spanning almost 10 months.</p>

<p>It was Paine's first Test win in five matches since taking over from the suspended Steve Smith in South Africa, and also the first victory for new coach Justin Langer, coming in his hometown.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-we-thought-four-quicks-would-be-enough-says-virat-kohli-after-losing-perth-test-184960">'We thought four quicks would be enough,' says Virat Kohli after losing Perth Test</a></strong></p>

<p>In the post-match presentation, Paine said, "It's a big relief because the first Test win has taken a while."</p>

<p>India, chasing&nbsp;287 to win, the visitors resumed at 115 for five on the final day but lost their remaining wickets for just 21 runs in the morning session.</p>

<p>India&nbsp;were&nbsp;dismissed for 140, with spinner Nathan Lyon claiming 3-39 to finish with eight wickets for the match.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Paine, who was involved in a verbal spat with Indian counterpart Virat Kohli on the third and fourth days, said the overwhelming emotion was relief at finally being able to put a dark period in Australian cricket behind them.</p>

<p>Paine hailed his team for their performance, "We won the toss and decided to bat. We had our fingers crossed and hoped we play pretty well."</p>

<p>"It's been hard work - the first two Tests of this series have been really tough."</p>

<p>"We've got some inexperienced players in terms of Test matches played, to get a win like that against the best Test team in the world is going to give them a huge boost of confidence."</p>

<p>He especially mentioned the openers, "Marcus Harris and Aaron Finch getting us to none for 100 was brilliant batting and probably the difference between the two sides."</p>

<p>Paine also praised Nathan Lyon's performance, "It's great to have Lyon in our team. Every team would want to have him in their team. You can throw him the ball in any condition, at any end, any time against any team and he loves bowling to the best players in the world."</p>

<p>"It's a huge honour to captain the Australian side."</p>

<p>"Now to do it at the MCG for the Boxing Day Test is a special feeling. We all can't wait to get to Melbourne," concluded.</p>


Australia captain Tim Paine was a relieved man as Australia registered a 146-run victory over India in the second Test match of a four-match series in Perth. It is Australia's first win since the ball-tampering scandal, which included former captain Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft.

Australia captain Tim Paine was a relieved man as Australia registered a 146-run victory over India in the second Test match of a four-match series in Perth. It is Australia's first win since the ball-tampering scandal, which included former captain Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft. The Paine-led team marked a drought-breaking success, their first in seven Tests spanning almost 10 months. It was Paine's first Test win in five matches since taking over from the suspended Steve Smith in South Africa, and also the first victory for new coach Justin Langer, coming in his hometown. Also Read: 'We thought four quicks would be enough,' says Virat Kohli after losing Perth Test In the post-match presentation, Paine said, "It's a big relief because the first Test win has taken a while." India, chasing 287 to win, the visitors resumed at 115 for five on the final day but lost their remaining wickets for just 21 runs in the morning session. India were dismissed for 140, with spinner Nathan Lyon claiming 3-39 to finish with eight wickets for the match. Paine, who was involved in a verbal spat with Indian counterpart Virat Kohli on the third and fourth days, said the overwhelming emotion was relief at finally being able to put a dark period in Australian cricket behind them. Paine hailed his team for their performance, "We won the toss and decided to bat. We had our fingers crossed and hoped we play pretty well." "It's been hard work - the first two Tests of this series have been really tough." "We've got some inexperienced players in terms of Test matches played, to get a win like that against the best Test team in the world is going to give them a huge boost of confidence." He especially mentioned the openers, "Marcus Harris and Aaron Finch getting us to none for 100 was brilliant batting and probably the difference between the two sides." Paine also praised Nathan Lyon's performance, "It's great to have Lyon in our team. Every team would want to have him in their team. You can throw him the ball in any condition, at any end, any time against any team and he loves bowling to the best players in the world." "It's a huge honour to captain the Australian side." "Now to do it at the MCG for the Boxing Day Test is a special feeling. We all can't wait to get to Melbourne," concluded.

'It's a big relief,' says Tim Paine as Australia win for first time since ball-tampering scandal

<p>Warring captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine on Monday resumed their verbal duel, forcing on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players on the fourth morning of the second Test between India and Australia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the 71st over bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and Gaffaney had to step in.</p>

<p>"You're the one that lost it yesterday. Why are you trying to be cool today" Paine told Kohli.</p>

<p>"That's enough, that's enough," Gaffaney interrupted.</p>

<p>"Come on, play the game. You guys are the captains. Tim, you're the captain."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Paine replied: "We're just having a conversation. There's no swearing ... Keep your cool Virat."</p>

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<p>Kohli said something which couldn't be picked up by the microphones.</p>

<p>A couple of balls later, the warring duo almost came close to chest bumping when the India skipper walked in front of Paine while he was completing a run.</p>

<p>Kohli later appeared to plead his case to square-leg umpire Kumar Dharmasena as Paine and Usman Khawaja continued to extend Australia's second-innings lead.</p>

<p>"I reckon it's a sign Kohli is starting to lose it," former Test bowler Damien Fleming said on SEN radio.</p>

<p>India commentator Sanjay Manjrekar wasn't too pleased with Kohli's behaviour but former Australian skippers Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke said they had no issue with the verbal exchange between the two captains and that no line has been crossed so far.</p>


Warring captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine on Monday resumed their verbal duel, forcing on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players on the fourth morning of the second Test between India and Australia.

Warring captains Virat Kohli and Tim Paine on Monday resumed their verbal duel, forcing on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney to warn both the players on the fourth morning of the second Test between India and Australia. During the 71st over bowled by Jasprit Bumrah, the respective captains were seen exchanging words after Kohli decided to field close to the non-striker and Gaffaney had to step in. "You're the one that lost it yesterday. Why are you trying to be cool today" Paine told Kohli. "That's enough, that's enough," Gaffaney interrupted. "Come on, play the game. You guys are the captains. Tim, you're the captain." Paine replied: "We're just having a conversation. There's no swearing ... Keep your cool Virat." Also Watch: Stump mic reveals ugly on-pitch chats between Kohli and Paine in Perth Test Kohli said something which couldn't be picked up by the microphones. A couple of balls later, the warring duo almost came close to chest bumping when the India skipper walked in front of Paine while he was completing a run. Kohli later appeared to plead his case to square-leg umpire Kumar Dharmasena as Paine and Usman Khawaja continued to extend Australia's second-innings lead. "I reckon it's a sign Kohli is starting to lose it," former Test bowler Damien Fleming said on SEN radio. India commentator Sanjay Manjrekar wasn't too pleased with Kohli's behaviour but former Australian skippers Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke said they had no issue with the verbal exchange between the two captains and that no line has been crossed so far.

India vs Australia: Umpire issues warning to Kohli, Paine as their on-pitch chat continued on Day 4

<p>Australia opener Aaron Finch has been cleared of a serious finger injury and is set to resume his innings on a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/indvsaus-2nd-test-day-4-india-vs-australia-184637">pivotal day four</a> on Monday as the hosts look to set India a formidable target in the second test.</p>

<p>There were fears Finch's series might be over after he received a nasty blow on his right glove from a searing short ball from Mohammed Shami on the stroke of tea on day three.</p>

<p>Finch, who retired hurt on 25, went to hospital for X-Rays amid concern that he had suffered a fracture to his right index finger.</p>

<p>Scans confirmed there was no fracture and he batted in the Perth Stadium nets before play resumed on the fourth day.</p>

<p>Australia, 1-0 down in the four-match series, were 132 for four in their second innings overnight with a lead of 175 runs.</p>


Australia opener Aaron Finch has been cleared of a serious finger injury and is set to resume his innings on a pivotal day four on Monday as the hosts look to set India a formidable target in the second test.

Australia opener Aaron Finch has been cleared of a serious finger injury and is set to resume his innings on a pivotal day four on Monday as the hosts look to set India a formidable target in the second test. There were fears Finch's series might be over after he received a nasty blow on his right glove from a searing short ball from Mohammed Shami on the stroke of tea on day three. Finch, who retired hurt on 25, went to hospital for X-Rays amid concern that he had suffered a fracture to his right index finger. Scans confirmed there was no fracture and he batted in the Perth Stadium nets before play resumed on the fourth day. Australia, 1-0 down in the four-match series, were 132 for four in their second innings overnight with a lead of 175 runs.

India vs Australia: Aaron Finch cleared to bat on crucial fourth day

<p>The stump&nbsp;mic has revealed the ugly war of words between Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australian skipper Tim Paine on the third day of Perth Test on Sunday.</p>

<p>The match got spiced up on the third day when Virat Kohli completed his&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-virat-kohli-slams-25th-test-century-in-perth-test-184408">25th Test</a> hundred got India to 283 runs but&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-out-or-not-out-debate-over-virat-kohlis-wicket-is-on-184445">caught at second slip</a>&nbsp;after a controversial catch by Peter Handscomb.</p>

<p>Virat looked unhappy with the decision and tensions flared-up when Australia started batting in their second innings.</p>

<p>Both the captains,&nbsp;Virat Kohli and Tim Paine, kept exchanging words, which carried on until stumps.</p>

<p>The hosts finished 175 runs ahead on day three.</p>

<p>Virat was heard yelling at Paine,&nbsp;"If he messes it up, it's 2-0."</p>

<p>The chats were picked up by the microphone after he and his teammates made a loud caught-behind appeal for Paine in the final over of the day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Australian captain did not hold himself back and replied: "You've got to bat first, **** head".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The hosts star-spinner Nathan Lyon, however, played down the incident.</p>

<p>"I think Tim just asked him where he was going for dinner that's all. I've played enough cricket against Virat to know what he's like, and I'm not worried about what he's doing or what India's doing," said Lyon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Virat is a great player, he plays on emotion, we all know that, and to be honest I'm not too concerned how Virat reacts or the way he conducts himself. I'm just worried about what we can control in the Australian dressing room and I thought as bowlers we came out today and performed pretty well," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lyon said: "The wicket seems like it's starting to play a few more little tricks. We were expecting the cracks to play a little bit more, but with that rain yesterday it probably softened our ball up quite a fair bit. I know as bowlers the ball in cricket terms felt like it had no air left in it, so it lost a little bit of zip off the wicket.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"But we were pretty happy with the way we bowled and we know that come the second dig we can bowl much better than that. So we can take a few lessons off that first innings," he added.&nbsp;</p>


The stump mic has revealed the ugly war of words between Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australian skipper Tim Paine on the third day of Perth Test on Sunday. The match got spiced up on the third day when Virat Kohli completed his 25th Test hundred got India to 283 runs but caught at second slip after a controversial catch by Peter Handscomb.

The stump mic has revealed the ugly war of words between Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australian skipper Tim Paine on the third day of Perth Test on Sunday. The match got spiced up on the third day when Virat Kohli completed his 25th Test hundred got India to 283 runs but caught at second slip after a controversial catch by Peter Handscomb. Virat looked unhappy with the decision and tensions flared-up when Australia started batting in their second innings. Both the captains, Virat Kohli and Tim Paine, kept exchanging words, which carried on until stumps. The hosts finished 175 runs ahead on day three. Virat was heard yelling at Paine, "If he messes it up, it's 2-0." The chats were picked up by the microphone after he and his teammates made a loud caught-behind appeal for Paine in the final over of the day. The Australian captain did not hold himself back and replied: "You've got to bat first, **** head". Watch the video: KOHLI : If u mess it up it's 2-0 PAINE : You Got to Bat First D***Head Verbals from Skippers😂😂#AUSvIND #AUSvsIND pic.twitter.com/Bjtx6VTT2B — karthick shivaraman (@ISkarthi) December 16, 2018 × The hosts star-spinner Nathan Lyon, however, played down the incident. "I think Tim just asked him where he was going for dinner that's all. I've played enough cricket against Virat to know what he's like, and I'm not worried about what he's doing or what India's doing," said Lyon. "Virat is a great player, he plays on emotion, we all know that, and to be honest I'm not too concerned how Virat reacts or the way he conducts himself. I'm just worried about what we can control in the Australian dressing room and I thought as bowlers we came out today and performed pretty well," he said. Lyon said: "The wicket seems like it's starting to play a few more little tricks. We were expecting the cracks to play a little bit more, but with that rain yesterday it probably softened our ball up quite a fair bit. I know as bowlers the ball in cricket terms felt like it had no air left in it, so it lost a little bit of zip off the wicket. "But we were pretty happy with the way we bowled and we know that come the second dig we can bowl much better than that. So we can take a few lessons off that first innings," he added.

Watch: Stump mic reveals ugly on-pitch chats between Kohli and Paine in Perth Test

<p>Australia need five wickets in the second test to secure a series-levelling victory with India's daunting run chase on a menacing pitch teetering at stumps on day four on Monday.</p>

<p>Chasing 287 runs after bowling out Australia’s second innings for 243, India reached the close at 112 for five with Hanuma Vihari 24 not out and Rishabh Pant unbeaten on nine.</p>

<p>Struggling on the Perth Stadium pitch marked by widening cracks, India made a poor start losing the key wickets of Lokesh Rahul for a fourth-ball duck and Cheteshwar Pujara, India’s first test hero in Adelaide, for four.</p>

<p>India’s faint hopes rested on captain Virat Kohli who counter-attacked with several flowing drives in reminiscent fashion to his masterful first innings of 123.</p>

<p>Kohli combined with opener Murali Vijay to stabilise India before he edged a straight Nathan Lyon delivery to Usman Khawaja at slip for 17, sparking scenes of jubilation from the Australian players.</p>

<p>The off-spinner claimed the India talisman for a record seventh time, the most by a bowler, and in his next over bowled Vijay for 20 off an inside edge.</p>

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<p>Lyon continued his stranglehold over India, continually troubling the batsmen by targeting the expansive rough patches.</p>

<p>Ajinkya Rahane played his strokes and combined well with Vihari before the India vice-captain fell just before stumps, slashing a Josh Hazlewood delivery straight to point for 30.</p>

<p>The bowling onslaught has Australia on the cusp of snapping a barren six-test run without a win and providing skipper Tim Paine with his first triumph as captain.</p>

<p>Australia's bowlers regained firm control of the match after their batsmen had crumbled against quick Mohammed Shami in the middle session.</p>

<p>After a wicketless morning session, India came alive through blistering short-pitched bowling from Shami, who made the ball steeple off the deteriorating wicket to finish with a career-best 6-56.</p>

<p>Australia spectacularly lost four wickets for six runs starting with Paine (37) falling to a vicious short ball from Shami, which spat off the pitch hitting the glove and ballooned to slip.</p>

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<p>Shami was on a hat-trick when he had Aaron Finch caught behind down the leg-side in a fleeting resumption for the opener.</p>

<p>Finch retired hurt on day three on 25 after being struck on the glove by a searing short ball from Shami but X-Rays cleared him of serious injury to his right index finger.</p>

<p>Shami was denied the hat-trick but soon claimed his fifth wicket with another menacing bouncer that caught Khawaja's glove to be caught behind for 72.</p>

<p>Australia's lead was 250 before Hazlewood (17 not out) and Mitchell Starc (14) added an invaluable 36 runs for the last wicket.</p>

<p>The pyrotechnics contrasted a sedate morning session dominated by Australia, who grabbed control of a fluctuating match with Khawaja and Paine batting through to lunch.</p>


Australia need five wickets in the second test to secure a series-levelling victory with India's daunting run chase on a menacing pitch teetering at stumps on day four on Monday.

Australia need five wickets in the second test to secure a series-levelling victory with India's daunting run chase on a menacing pitch teetering at stumps on day four on Monday. Chasing 287 runs after bowling out Australia’s second innings for 243, India reached the close at 112 for five with Hanuma Vihari 24 not out and Rishabh Pant unbeaten on nine. Struggling on the Perth Stadium pitch marked by widening cracks, India made a poor start losing the key wickets of Lokesh Rahul for a fourth-ball duck and Cheteshwar Pujara, India’s first test hero in Adelaide, for four. India’s faint hopes rested on captain Virat Kohli who counter-attacked with several flowing drives in reminiscent fashion to his masterful first innings of 123. Kohli combined with opener Murali Vijay to stabilise India before he edged a straight Nathan Lyon delivery to Usman Khawaja at slip for 17, sparking scenes of jubilation from the Australian players. The off-spinner claimed the India talisman for a record seventh time, the most by a bowler, and in his next over bowled Vijay for 20 off an inside edge. Lyon and Hazlewood strike in the final session of day four to put Australia in a strong position to level the series in Perth. India are 112/5 at stumps, needing 175 runs on the final day to claim victory.#AUSvIND scorecard ➡️ https://t.co/viG01Bpvlc pic.twitter.com/edmRkR9Mqr — ICC (@ICC) December 17, 2018 × Lyon continued his stranglehold over India, continually troubling the batsmen by targeting the expansive rough patches. Ajinkya Rahane played his strokes and combined well with Vihari before the India vice-captain fell just before stumps, slashing a Josh Hazlewood delivery straight to point for 30. The bowling onslaught has Australia on the cusp of snapping a barren six-test run without a win and providing skipper Tim Paine with his first triumph as captain. Australia's bowlers regained firm control of the match after their batsmen had crumbled against quick Mohammed Shami in the middle session. After a wicketless morning session, India came alive through blistering short-pitched bowling from Shami, who made the ball steeple off the deteriorating wicket to finish with a career-best 6-56. Australia spectacularly lost four wickets for six runs starting with Paine (37) falling to a vicious short ball from Shami, which spat off the pitch hitting the glove and ballooned to slip. Australia pick two quick wickets, and India are 15/2 at Tea. Starc & Hazlewood pick one wicket each. Kohli 0*, Vijay 6* #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/eKdq5ELmIw — BCCI (@BCCI) December 17, 2018 × Shami was on a hat-trick when he had Aaron Finch caught behind down the leg-side in a fleeting resumption for the opener. Finch retired hurt on day three on 25 after being struck on the glove by a searing short ball from Shami but X-Rays cleared him of serious injury to his right index finger. Shami was denied the hat-trick but soon claimed his fifth wicket with another menacing bouncer that caught Khawaja's glove to be caught behind for 72. Australia's lead was 250 before Hazlewood (17 not out) and Mitchell Starc (14) added an invaluable 36 runs for the last wicket. The pyrotechnics contrasted a sedate morning session dominated by Australia, who grabbed control of a fluctuating match with Khawaja and Paine batting through to lunch.

India vs Australia, 2nd Test, Day 4: Australia five wickets away from winning

<p>India captain Virat Kohli slammed his <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-virat-kohli-slams-25th-test-century-in-perth-test-184408">63 international century</a> playing against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series.</p>

<p>Master batsman Kohli brought up his 25th Test century, smashing a four off Mitchell Starc in Perth.</p>

<p>His brilliant innings of 123 came to an end when he edged Pat Cummins to a forward-diving Peter Handscomb at second slip.</p>

<p>While the debate over the accuracy of the catch is still on.</p>

<p>There were some confusion and the on-field umpire referred the decision to the third umpire.</p>

<p>The third umpire&nbsp;signalled it out after reviewing it from all the possible angles.</p>

<p>He hit 11 fours in the battling 214-ball knock after coming to the crease with his team in trouble after losing two early wickets.</p>

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<p>However, Virat was not happy with umpire's decision and reacted aggressively.</p>

<p>In the first innings,&nbsp;India were bowled out for 283 after lunch as Australia gained a valuable 43-run first innings lead.</p>

<p>Kohli top-scored and spinner Nathan Lyon took 5-67 for Australia on the grassy Perth Stadium wicket.</p>


India captain Virat Kohli slammed his 63 international century playing against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series. Master batsman Kohli brought up his 25th Test century, smashing a four off Mitchell Starc in Perth.

India captain Virat Kohli slammed his 63 international century playing against Australia in the second Test of a four-match series. Master batsman Kohli brought up his 25th Test century, smashing a four off Mitchell Starc in Perth. His brilliant innings of 123 came to an end when he edged Pat Cummins to a forward-diving Peter Handscomb at second slip. While the debate over the accuracy of the catch is still on. There were some confusion and the on-field umpire referred the decision to the third umpire. The third umpire signalled it out after reviewing it from all the possible angles. He hit 11 fours in the battling 214-ball knock after coming to the crease with his team in trouble after losing two early wickets. Watch the video here: Virat Kohli was given OUT but was it a clean catch? 🤔🤔🤔#FoxCricket #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/SAIv1kkX6N — Fox Cricket (@FoxCricket) December 16, 2018 × It's not out @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/MxpwwDcXXg — Prem chand 🇮🇳💪 (@gprema21) December 16, 2018 × However, Virat was not happy with umpire's decision and reacted aggressively. In the first innings, India were bowled out for 283 after lunch as Australia gained a valuable 43-run first innings lead. Kohli top-scored and spinner Nathan Lyon took 5-67 for Australia on the grassy Perth Stadium wicket.

Watch: Out or not out? Debate over Virat Kohli's wicket is on

<p>Australia battled through an onslaught from India's fiery fast bowlers on the third day of the second Test, building an ominous 175-run lead with six wickets in hand on a menacing Perth Stadium pitch that is expected to deteriorate further.</p>

<p>The hosts reached stumps at 132 for four in their second innings on Sunday with Usman Khawaja 41 not out and captain Tim Paine unbeaten on eight.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-2018-19-schedule-teams-time-and-venue-177740">Australia</a>, desperate to level the series after narrowly losing the opener in Adelaide, could be without the services of opener Aaron Finch, who retired hurt on the stroke of tea with a possible fractured right index finger.</p>

<p>Under overcast skies, Australia's batsmen faced torrid bowling from India's fired-up quicks with Finch, who was unbeaten on 25, forced off after being hit by a searing delivery from Mohammed Shami.</p>

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<p>Marcus Harris, Finch's opening partner, had earlier been hit on the helmet attempting to evade a sharp bouncer from paceman Jasprit Bumrah, who bowled superbly in favourable conditions.</p>

<p>A bewildered Harris fell after the tea break clean bowled by Bumrah for 20 after not offering a shot, and locally-bred Shaun Marsh was caught behind for five while rashly attempting a pull shot off Shami.</p>

<p>Australia's inexperienced batting-order struggled under pressure with Peter Handscomb making an unconvincing 13 before being trapped leg before after shuffling across his stumps to Ishant Sharma, who bowled without luck initially.</p>

<p>Travis Head was dismissed before the close for 19 after needlessly guiding a wide Shami delivery to deep third man, in a mirror-image of his first innings dismissal.</p>

<p>Khawaja, Australia's most accomplished batsman, survived several nerve-jangling moments to compile his highest score in the series.</p>

<p>Australia's impulsive batting almost squandered their advantage after bowling out India for 283 to gain a handy first innings lead of 43 runs, despite a brilliant century from India captain Virat Kohli.</p>

<p>An enthralling morning session belonged to the peerless Kohli, whose 123 came to an end at the stroke of lunch when he edged Pat Cummins to a forward-diving Handscomb at second slip.</p>

<p>Whether Handscomb got his fingers under the ball will be a matter of debate for days to come but the onfield official's soft signal was out and the third umpire did not reverse the decision on review.</p>

<p>Kohli had reached his 25th century in style with a flowing off-drive to the boundary and then placed his helmet on the ground, pointed to his bat and made a yapping gesture with his gloved hand.</p>

<p>It was his sixth century in Australia, which matches the tally of the great Sachin Tendulkar, and ended a drought against Australia with just 83 runs in his past seven Test innings against them.</p>

<p>Kohli showed no lasting ill-effects from an earlier injury scare when he was struck on the forearm by a searing Mitchell Starc bouncer and required treatment.</p>

<p>Spinner Nathan Lyon targeted the pitch's expansive rough patches and cleaned up the tail to finish with 5-67.</p>


Australia battled through an onslaught from India's fiery fast bowlers on the third day of the second Test, building an ominous 175-run lead with six wickets in hand on a menacing Perth Stadium pitch that is expected to deteriorate further.

Australia battled through an onslaught from India's fiery fast bowlers on the third day of the second Test, building an ominous 175-run lead with six wickets in hand on a menacing Perth Stadium pitch that is expected to deteriorate further. The hosts reached stumps at 132 for four in their second innings on Sunday with Usman Khawaja 41 not out and captain Tim Paine unbeaten on eight. Australia, desperate to level the series after narrowly losing the opener in Adelaide, could be without the services of opener Aaron Finch, who retired hurt on the stroke of tea with a possible fractured right index finger. Under overcast skies, Australia's batsmen faced torrid bowling from India's fired-up quicks with Finch, who was unbeaten on 25, forced off after being hit by a searing delivery from Mohammed Shami. Another fascinating day of Test cricket! Australia close day three in Perth on 132/4 in their second innings, with a lead of 175 runs over India after the visitors were dismissed for 283. #AUSvIND scorecard ➡️ https://t.co/viG01Bpvlc pic.twitter.com/F3zt6p9jXV — ICC (@ICC) December 16, 2018 × Marcus Harris, Finch's opening partner, had earlier been hit on the helmet attempting to evade a sharp bouncer from paceman Jasprit Bumrah, who bowled superbly in favourable conditions. A bewildered Harris fell after the tea break clean bowled by Bumrah for 20 after not offering a shot, and locally-bred Shaun Marsh was caught behind for five while rashly attempting a pull shot off Shami. Australia's inexperienced batting-order struggled under pressure with Peter Handscomb making an unconvincing 13 before being trapped leg before after shuffling across his stumps to Ishant Sharma, who bowled without luck initially. Travis Head was dismissed before the close for 19 after needlessly guiding a wide Shami delivery to deep third man, in a mirror-image of his first innings dismissal. Khawaja, Australia's most accomplished batsman, survived several nerve-jangling moments to compile his highest score in the series. Australia's impulsive batting almost squandered their advantage after bowling out India for 283 to gain a handy first innings lead of 43 runs, despite a brilliant century from India captain Virat Kohli. An enthralling morning session belonged to the peerless Kohli, whose 123 came to an end at the stroke of lunch when he edged Pat Cummins to a forward-diving Handscomb at second slip. Whether Handscomb got his fingers under the ball will be a matter of debate for days to come but the onfield official's soft signal was out and the third umpire did not reverse the decision on review. Kohli had reached his 25th century in style with a flowing off-drive to the boundary and then placed his helmet on the ground, pointed to his bat and made a yapping gesture with his gloved hand. It was his sixth century in Australia, which matches the tally of the great Sachin Tendulkar, and ended a drought against Australia with just 83 runs in his past seven Test innings against them. Kohli showed no lasting ill-effects from an earlier injury scare when he was struck on the forearm by a searing Mitchell Starc bouncer and required treatment. Spinner Nathan Lyon targeted the pitch's expansive rough patches and cleaned up the tail to finish with 5-67.

INDvsAUS, 2nd Test, Day 3: Australia build vital lead against India in Perth

<p>India and Australia will play their second Test match of a four-match series at the brand new in Perth's Optus Stadium, which has a drop-in pitch.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Perth Stadium, which has a sitting capacity of 60,000, has succeeded the WACA as the city's premier venue for internationals.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A drop-in pitch is a pitch that is prepared away from the ground or venue in which it is used, and "dropped" into place for a match to take place.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This allows multi-purpose venues to host other sports and events with more versatility than a dedicated cricket ground would allow.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pitch's curator Brett Sipthorpe is trying to produce the 'bounciest' pitch he can and that could very well work in India's favour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Weighing around 30 tons, the depth of a drop-in pitch is 20-cm. It is maintained and prepared in a steel frame.</p>

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<p>Not everyone is a drop-in fan. Purists warn such pitches -- which some grounds now favour so they can host multiple sports -- remove the characteristics of different fields that made matches more unpredictable, and therefore exciting.</p>

<p>"With the drop-in pitch, there's more of the sameness about things from city to city, and place to place," Australian cricket historian Bernard Whimpress told AFP.</p>

<p>"Which makes me sort of think, why don't they just forget about the drop-in pitch and put in artificial turf or something."</p>


India and Australia will play their second Test match of a four-match series at the brand new in Perth's Optus Stadium, which has a drop-in pitch. Perth Stadium, which has a sitting capacity of 60,000, has succeeded the WACA as the city's premier venue for internationals.

India and Australia will play their second Test match of a four-match series at the brand new in Perth's Optus Stadium, which has a drop-in pitch. Perth Stadium, which has a sitting capacity of 60,000, has succeeded the WACA as the city's premier venue for internationals. Also Read: All actions from India vs Australia second Test A drop-in pitch is a pitch that is prepared away from the ground or venue in which it is used, and "dropped" into place for a match to take place. This allows multi-purpose venues to host other sports and events with more versatility than a dedicated cricket ground would allow. Pitch's curator Brett Sipthorpe is trying to produce the 'bounciest' pitch he can and that could very well work in India's favour. Weighing around 30 tons, the depth of a drop-in pitch is 20-cm. It is maintained and prepared in a steel frame. Perth - We are here! 😎👍🏻 #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/AHeGmgKVVQ — BCCI (@BCCI) December 13, 2018 × Not everyone is a drop-in fan. Purists warn such pitches -- which some grounds now favour so they can host multiple sports -- remove the characteristics of different fields that made matches more unpredictable, and therefore exciting. "With the drop-in pitch, there's more of the sameness about things from city to city, and place to place," Australian cricket historian Bernard Whimpress told AFP. "Which makes me sort of think, why don't they just forget about the drop-in pitch and put in artificial turf or something."

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: All you need to know about Perth's drop-in pitch

<p>Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has said his team is "more excited than nervous" by the lively&nbsp;Perth pitch&nbsp;as the team&nbsp;held its final training sessions on Thursday before the second Test <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-2018-19-schedule-teams-time-and-venue-177740">against Australia</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We certainly get more excited than nervous looking at lively pitches now because we understand that we do have a bowling attack which can, you know, bowl the opposition out. As much as they are convinced about their attack," Reuters quoted Kohli as saying at the pre-match press conference.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Kohli told the media that the days when the Indians walked out on to a fiery track with fear were long gone.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's a very exciting phase to be in but something that we need to build on. As I said, we cannot be complacent or satisfied with one win. We have to keep repeating good things to be able to win series."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Kohli said he thought both sides had an equal chance of winning the Test, as Indian batsman Rohit Sharma and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin were ruled out of the second Test against Australia by injury.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are definitely confident of the percentage of chances that we have and we want to build on that."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Obviously, Australia is going to be a strong team at their home conditions and on a wicket like Perth which probably offers you more than other pitches in Australia but as I said, we have an equal chance in the game."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia have kept their team unchanged, with Australia team Captain Tim Paine declaring himself fit and ready. Paine suffered a finger injury in the series-opening loss to India when he was struck on the glove by a short Mohammed Shami ball on the final day of play in Adelaide.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has said his team is "more excited than nervous" by the lively Perth pitch as the team held its final training sessions on Thursday before the second Test against Australia.

Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has said his team is "more excited than nervous" by the lively Perth pitch as the team held its final training sessions on Thursday before the second Test against Australia. "We certainly get more excited than nervous looking at lively pitches now because we understand that we do have a bowling attack which can, you know, bowl the opposition out. As much as they are convinced about their attack," Reuters quoted Kohli as saying at the pre-match press conference. Also Read: Tim Paine fit, Aussies unchanged for Perth Test Kohli told the media that the days when the Indians walked out on to a fiery track with fear were long gone. "It's a very exciting phase to be in but something that we need to build on. As I said, we cannot be complacent or satisfied with one win. We have to keep repeating good things to be able to win series." An exciting contest awaits at Perth with a lot on offer for the quicks 🔥🔥 #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/k3Y7CQ8DQF — BCCI (@BCCI) December 13, 2018 × Kohli said he thought both sides had an equal chance of winning the Test, as Indian batsman Rohit Sharma and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin were ruled out of the second Test against Australia by injury. "We are definitely confident of the percentage of chances that we have and we want to build on that." Perth - We are here! 😎👍🏻 #TeamIndia #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/AHeGmgKVVQ — BCCI (@BCCI) December 13, 2018 × "Obviously, Australia is going to be a strong team at their home conditions and on a wicket like Perth which probably offers you more than other pitches in Australia but as I said, we have an equal chance in the game." Australia have kept their team unchanged, with Australia team Captain Tim Paine declaring himself fit and ready. Paine suffered a finger injury in the series-opening loss to India when he was struck on the glove by a short Mohammed Shami ball on the final day of play in Adelaide. (With inputs from Reuters)

Time when India approached lively pitches with fear gone: Kohli before Perth Test

<p>Australia skipper Tim Paine declared himself fit and ready to go for the second Test against India on Thursday, with the hosts naming an unchanged side for the Perth Stadium clash.</p>

<p>Paine suffered a finger injury in the series-opening loss to India in Adelaide but the 34-year-old wicketkeeper confirmed he would line up in an unchanged batting order when the match starts on Friday.</p>

<p>"Yeah, no I'm fine. I've got a few niggles everywhere but I'm not alone there, I don't think, at my age. Finger is fine, yeah," Paine told a news conference.</p>

<p>Paceman Mitchell Starc retains his place in the side despite what was perceived to be a sub-par performance in Adelaide, and will be looking for a strong performance in conditions which are expected to favour his skills at the new Perth Stadium.</p>

<p>"Starcy's been good for us. I thought the criticism he got this week's been pretty unfair to be honest," Paine said of the left-arm quick, who took five for 103 in the first Test.</p>

<p>"Barring two or three overs where he got his radar wrong, I think he's bowled pretty well. We know his best is the best so we're pretty pumped to have him in our team."</p>

<p>Aaron Finch also keeps his place at the top of the order despite mustering only 11 runs in his two innings in the first of four Tests in the series.</p>

<p>"He just needs that one big score at Test level to give him that confidence he has at international level in T20s and ODIs," Paine added.</p>

<p>Australia, still without Steve Smith and David Warner after they were banned for their part in March's ball-tampering scandal, have never lost a Test series at home to India.</p>

<p>Australia team: Aaron Finch, Marcus Harris, Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Travis Head, Tim Paine (captain), Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon.</p>


Australia skipper Tim Paine declared himself fit and ready to go for the second Test against India on Thursday, with the hosts naming an unchanged side for the Perth Stadium clash.

Australia skipper Tim Paine declared himself fit and ready to go for the second Test against India on Thursday, with the hosts naming an unchanged side for the Perth Stadium clash. Paine suffered a finger injury in the series-opening loss to India in Adelaide but the 34-year-old wicketkeeper confirmed he would line up in an unchanged batting order when the match starts on Friday. "Yeah, no I'm fine. I've got a few niggles everywhere but I'm not alone there, I don't think, at my age. Finger is fine, yeah," Paine told a news conference. Paceman Mitchell Starc retains his place in the side despite what was perceived to be a sub-par performance in Adelaide, and will be looking for a strong performance in conditions which are expected to favour his skills at the new Perth Stadium. "Starcy's been good for us. I thought the criticism he got this week's been pretty unfair to be honest," Paine said of the left-arm quick, who took five for 103 in the first Test. "Barring two or three overs where he got his radar wrong, I think he's bowled pretty well. We know his best is the best so we're pretty pumped to have him in our team." Aaron Finch also keeps his place at the top of the order despite mustering only 11 runs in his two innings in the first of four Tests in the series. "He just needs that one big score at Test level to give him that confidence he has at international level in T20s and ODIs," Paine added. Australia, still without Steve Smith and David Warner after they were banned for their part in March's ball-tampering scandal, have never lost a Test series at home to India. Australia team: Aaron Finch, Marcus Harris, Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Travis Head, Tim Paine (captain), Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon.

India vs Australia, second Test: Tim Paine fit, Aussies unchanged for Perth Test

<p>India did not bat smartly in the first innings, reckoned skipper Virat Kohli on Monday, asking his team-mates to show more patience and application to frustrate the Australian bowlers in the remaining Tests of the four-match series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India, who claimed the opening Test by 31 runs, were 86 for 5 in the first innings before Cheteshwar Pujara's gritty 123 helped the visitors post 250.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In the first innings, we did not bat smartly in the first session and allowed their bowlers to get back in the game," said Kohli after India bowled out Australia for 291 in their innings to take a 1-0 lead in the series.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The longer we stay at the crease, they will have to bowl 2nd or 3rd spells and you have more scoring opportunities because when the kookaburra gets softer, you can play shots easier," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In the second innings we had to take a different approach because there was time in the game, we did not want to score runs too early because if we keep them in the field, they will get frustrated and we will get runs later. That was one thing that we have to keep in mind for the next Test," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the second innings, Murali Vijay (18) and KL Rahul (44) put on a 63-run opening partnership to give India a good start.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The way Vijay and Rahul batted in second innings, I think it was overcast and very important phase, they took on the bowlers, especially Rahul. I think those contributions should not be neglected. A 44-run contribution in the context of a 323-run target is massive," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think everyone can be proud of how they played this game but given an opportunity, from 40 to get a big 100, that's something every batsman would want to do and that's something that all of us will try and do in the next game. If you have control of the game, drive home the advantage."&nbsp;</p>

<p>India won the opening Test of a series in Australia for the first time in 70 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian skipper underlined the importance of this win in the context of the team's overseas cycle, wherein they have played well in South Africa and England, but failed to press on from positions of strength.</p>

<p>"Earlier we used to say that we have played very well but didn't win - we don't even want to think about. We don't want to think about playing well and not winning. Our aim is just to win and if the opportunity is there we will go to win," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We were totally convinced in our minds that a result is possible - either we will win or the match will be drawn. We didn't even think about defeat. We have to continue that mindset in the next few matches."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli was all praise for man of the match Pujara for his innings and also lauded off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for perfect execution of his skills.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Look as a captain you obviously want someone to put his hand up and Pujara was outstanding. He was the difference between the two teams for sure," said Kohli.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ashwin picked up three wickets in each innings after bowling 86.5 overs in the match.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He was given a specific role. I think he was very economical and bowled in the right areas, just to create enough chances and keep one end tight, because we didn't want to go overboard wanting him to attack too much as that would have opened up scoring options as well," Kohli said about Ashwin.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He controlled the game nicely and kept us in the game, not letting it drift away too much away at any stage. I think he did his job perfectly, that's a good start for him. He hasn't started that well in Australia before and I think he can build on that."&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ajinkya Rahane also chipped in with a 147-ball 70 in the second innings and Kohli praised on the stylish batsman for his efforts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think Ajinkya batted superbly as well, so fearless and positive and that's his game and that's his template; taking their bowlers on and not being intimidated. He has confidence in his own space, which I think is the most important thing for him," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"And the fact that he could do it in the first game, we have seen him build on it in Australia in the past. If he can bat like that every Test match, I think, he certainly can take away the game from the opposition and set the game in a session. That's how good he is when he is on a roll," he added.</p>


India did not bat smartly in the first innings, reckoned skipper Virat Kohli on Monday, asking his team-mates to show more patience and application to frustrate the Australian bowlers in the remaining Tests of the four-match series.

India did not bat smartly in the first innings, reckoned skipper Virat Kohli on Monday, asking his team-mates to show more patience and application to frustrate the Australian bowlers in the remaining Tests of the four-match series. India, who claimed the opening Test by 31 runs, were 86 for 5 in the first innings before Cheteshwar Pujara's gritty 123 helped the visitors post 250. "In the first innings, we did not bat smartly in the first session and allowed their bowlers to get back in the game," said Kohli after India bowled out Australia for 291 in their innings to take a 1-0 lead in the series. "The longer we stay at the crease, they will have to bowl 2nd or 3rd spells and you have more scoring opportunities because when the kookaburra gets softer, you can play shots easier," he said. "In the second innings we had to take a different approach because there was time in the game, we did not want to score runs too early because if we keep them in the field, they will get frustrated and we will get runs later. That was one thing that we have to keep in mind for the next Test," he said. In the second innings, Murali Vijay (18) and KL Rahul (44) put on a 63-run opening partnership to give India a good start. "The way Vijay and Rahul batted in second innings, I think it was overcast and very important phase, they took on the bowlers, especially Rahul. I think those contributions should not be neglected. A 44-run contribution in the context of a 323-run target is massive," he said. "I think everyone can be proud of how they played this game but given an opportunity, from 40 to get a big 100, that's something every batsman would want to do and that's something that all of us will try and do in the next game. If you have control of the game, drive home the advantage." India won the opening Test of a series in Australia for the first time in 70 years. The Indian skipper underlined the importance of this win in the context of the team's overseas cycle, wherein they have played well in South Africa and England, but failed to press on from positions of strength. "Earlier we used to say that we have played very well but didn't win - we don't even want to think about. We don't want to think about playing well and not winning. Our aim is just to win and if the opportunity is there we will go to win," he said. "We were totally convinced in our minds that a result is possible - either we will win or the match will be drawn. We didn't even think about defeat. We have to continue that mindset in the next few matches." Kohli was all praise for man of the match Pujara for his innings and also lauded off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for perfect execution of his skills. "Look as a captain you obviously want someone to put his hand up and Pujara was outstanding. He was the difference between the two teams for sure," said Kohli. Ashwin picked up three wickets in each innings after bowling 86.5 overs in the match. "He was given a specific role. I think he was very economical and bowled in the right areas, just to create enough chances and keep one end tight, because we didn't want to go overboard wanting him to attack too much as that would have opened up scoring options as well," Kohli said about Ashwin. "He controlled the game nicely and kept us in the game, not letting it drift away too much away at any stage. I think he did his job perfectly, that's a good start for him. He hasn't started that well in Australia before and I think he can build on that." Ajinkya Rahane also chipped in with a 147-ball 70 in the second innings and Kohli praised on the stylish batsman for his efforts. "I think Ajinkya batted superbly as well, so fearless and positive and that's his game and that's his template; taking their bowlers on and not being intimidated. He has confidence in his own space, which I think is the most important thing for him," he said. "And the fact that he could do it in the first game, we have seen him build on it in Australia in the past. If he can bat like that every Test match, I think, he certainly can take away the game from the opposition and set the game in a session. That's how good he is when he is on a roll," he added.

This is how Virat Kohli will frustrate Australia in next Test

<p>Rishabh Pant Monday said Monday he was "very happy" to have helped India <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-beat-australia-by-31-runs-to-clinch-first-test-182794">win the first Test in Adelaide</a> after equalling the world record of 11 catches in a match.</p>

<p>He equalled the world record of most catches in a Test by a wicketkeeper, snaring 11 in the first match against Australia while breaking the Indian mark.</p>

<p>The 21-year-old, playing in only his sixth Test, matched the record held by England's Jack Russell and South Africa's AB de Villiers&nbsp;when he caught Australia's Mitchell Starc off the bowling of Mohammed Shami on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He eclipsed the India record of 10 catches in a game by Wriddhiman Saha, as the visitors won the opening game by 31 runs to go 1-0 up in the four-match series.</p>

<p>Pant equalled the world record after taking Mitchell Starc's catch off Mohammed Shami's ball in the second innings at the Adelaide Oval.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It was really nervous as they were coming close, but we did well," he told Indian media after eclipsing the India record of 10 catches in a game by Wriddhiman Saha and helping his side to a tense 31-run victory on the fifth day.</p>

<p>"I'm very happy to contribute to the team, first time getting to this milestone. I always enjoy troubling batsmen.</p>

<p>"I love it when they concentrate on me and not on the bowlers."</p>

<p>Russell achieved the feat against South Africa in 1995 and De Villiers matched the achievement against Pakistan in 2013.</p>


Rishabh Pant Monday said Monday he was "very happy" to have helped India win the first Test in Adelaide after equalling the world record of 11 catches in a match.

Rishabh Pant Monday said Monday he was "very happy" to have helped India win the first Test in Adelaide after equalling the world record of 11 catches in a match. He equalled the world record of most catches in a Test by a wicketkeeper, snaring 11 in the first match against Australia while breaking the Indian mark. The 21-year-old, playing in only his sixth Test, matched the record held by England's Jack Russell and South Africa's AB de Villiers when he caught Australia's Mitchell Starc off the bowling of Mohammed Shami on Monday. He eclipsed the India record of 10 catches in a game by Wriddhiman Saha, as the visitors won the opening game by 31 runs to go 1-0 up in the four-match series. Pant equalled the world record after taking Mitchell Starc's catch off Mohammed Shami's ball in the second innings at the Adelaide Oval. "It was really nervous as they were coming close, but we did well," he told Indian media after eclipsing the India record of 10 catches in a game by Wriddhiman Saha and helping his side to a tense 31-run victory on the fifth day. "I'm very happy to contribute to the team, first time getting to this milestone. I always enjoy troubling batsmen. "I love it when they concentrate on me and not on the bowlers." Russell achieved the feat against South Africa in 1995 and De Villiers matched the achievement against Pakistan in 2013.

Rishabh Pant 'happy' to help India win with world record 11 catches

<p>Australia lost opener Aaron Finch before reaching 28 at tea on the fourth day as they chase a stiff victory target of 323 against India in the first Test on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin removed opening batsman Aaron Finch in the last over before tea.</p>

<p>Mohammed Shami sent back Marcus Harris at a score of 26 and struck again to dismiss Peter Handscomb.</p>

<p>Handscomb failed to judge the speed of the ball and gave away an easy catch in the safe hands of Pujara.</p>

<p>After Finch, Ashwin got a crucial wicket of Usman Khwaja.</p>

<p>India were earlier all-out for 307 in their second innings with Cheteshwar Pujara (71) and Ajinkya Rahane (70) hitting half-centuries. Nathan Lyon 6 for 122 was the most successful bowler for Australia.</p>

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<p>Earlier, spinner Nathan Lyon made the difference&nbsp;on the&nbsp;fourth day&nbsp;but still,&nbsp;Australia have a mountain to climb for an unlikely win.</p>

<p>Lyon was the pick of the bowlers, taking 6 for 122 off 42 overs. It was his 13th five-wicket haul in Tests.</p>

<p>Three late wickets in the space of seven balls got the crowd on their feet and gave Australia hope of victory, but they will need to make history to win.</p>

<p>The only successful fourth innings Test run chase of more than 300 at Adelaide came in 1902, when the hosts made 315 to beat England.</p>

<p>The biggest on the ground in modern times was 239 in 1982, when the West Indies managed the feat.</p>

<p>A sliver of hope will come from Western Australia in a domestic match last month hitting 313 to beat South Australia here with Shaun Marsh -- who is playing in the Test -- scoring 163 not out.</p>


Australia lost opener Aaron Finch before reaching 28 at tea on the fourth day as they chase a stiff victory target of 323 against India in the first Test on Sunday.

Australia lost opener Aaron Finch before reaching 28 at tea on the fourth day as they chase a stiff victory target of 323 against India in the first Test on Sunday. Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin removed opening batsman Aaron Finch in the last over before tea. Mohammed Shami sent back Marcus Harris at a score of 26 and struck again to dismiss Peter Handscomb. Handscomb failed to judge the speed of the ball and gave away an easy catch in the safe hands of Pujara. After Finch, Ashwin got a crucial wicket of Usman Khwaja. India were earlier all-out for 307 in their second innings with Cheteshwar Pujara (71) and Ajinkya Rahane (70) hitting half-centuries. Nathan Lyon 6 for 122 was the most successful bowler for Australia. Ravichandran Ashwin provides India with their first breakthrough, sending Aaron Finch back for 11 right before tea on Day 4. Australia are 28/1 and they need 295 more to win.#AUSvIND LIVE 👇https://t.co/sCMk42Mboc pic.twitter.com/d2mZaMGwhy — ICC (@ICC) December 9, 2018 × Earlier, spinner Nathan Lyon made the difference on the fourth day but still, Australia have a mountain to climb for an unlikely win. Lyon was the pick of the bowlers, taking 6 for 122 off 42 overs. It was his 13th five-wicket haul in Tests. Three late wickets in the space of seven balls got the crowd on their feet and gave Australia hope of victory, but they will need to make history to win. The only successful fourth innings Test run chase of more than 300 at Adelaide came in 1902, when the hosts made 315 to beat England. The biggest on the ground in modern times was 239 in 1982, when the West Indies managed the feat. A sliver of hope will come from Western Australia in a domestic match last month hitting 313 to beat South Australia here with Shaun Marsh -- who is playing in the Test -- scoring 163 not out.

INDvsAUS, 1st Test, Day 4:Australia 235, 84/4 after 37 overs

<p>Australians players wore black bands while taking the field on day four of the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/indvsaus-1st-test-day-4-india-set-australia-323-for-victory-in-first-test-182587">Adelaide Test against India</a> on Sunday.</p>

<p>The players wore black bands to give tribute to Colin Ernest John Guest, the former Australia pacer, who passed away on Saturday, December 8 at the age of 81.</p>

<p>Colin Guest was a former Australian cricketer who played in the Third Test at Sydney in the 1962–63 Ashes series.</p>

<p>A fast-medium bowler, Guest played first-class cricket for Victoria from 1958-59 to 1963-64 and for Western Australia in 1966-67.</p>

<p>Guest, who was cap 222 for Australia, played one Test, against England in Sydney in 1963. He went wicketless then, but was a successful bowler in the first-class level, where he had 115 wickets from 36 matches.</p>

<p>Born in Victoria, he spent most of his career playing for them, before moving to Western Australia in his final season in 1966-67. He went on to coach Western Australia as well.</p>

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<p>"Colin made a significant contribution to our domestic game, both as a player and a coach. His patience was rewarded after debuting for Australia in the Ashes in 1963," said Kevin Roberts, Cricket Australia CEO. "Colin was selected after he took his best match figures (7-95 and 10-134) for Victoria against Western Australia in Melbourne and replaced Ken Mackay in the Test side.</p>

<p>"Colin is to be commended for his coaching influence in Western Australia. He had a particular passion and drive for inspiring juniors in the game.</p>

<p>"On behalf of the Board and staff at Cricket Australia, we sincerely acknowledge Colin for his contribution to Australia’s favourite sport. He will be sadly missed, and our thoughts are with his family, friends and all those who crossed paths with him in the cricketing community at this time."</p>


Australians players wore black bands while taking the field on day four of the Adelaide Test against India on Sunday. The players wore black bands to give tribute to Colin Ernest John Guest, the former Australia pacer, who passed away on Saturday, December 8 at the age of 81.

Australians players wore black bands while taking the field on day four of the Adelaide Test against India on Sunday. The players wore black bands to give tribute to Colin Ernest John Guest, the former Australia pacer, who passed away on Saturday, December 8 at the age of 81. Colin Guest was a former Australian cricketer who played in the Third Test at Sydney in the 1962–63 Ashes series. A fast-medium bowler, Guest played first-class cricket for Victoria from 1958-59 to 1963-64 and for Western Australia in 1966-67. Guest, who was cap 222 for Australia, played one Test, against England in Sydney in 1963. He went wicketless then, but was a successful bowler in the first-class level, where he had 115 wickets from 36 matches. Born in Victoria, he spent most of his career playing for them, before moving to Western Australia in his final season in 1966-67. He went on to coach Western Australia as well. The Australians are wearing a black band on Day 4 of the #AUSvIND Test to mourn the demise of former pacer Colin Guest. Read 👇https://t.co/PRkKbahM2Q pic.twitter.com/PS0UQj30cB — ICC (@ICC) December 9, 2018 × "Colin made a significant contribution to our domestic game, both as a player and a coach. His patience was rewarded after debuting for Australia in the Ashes in 1963," said Kevin Roberts, Cricket Australia CEO. "Colin was selected after he took his best match figures (7-95 and 10-134) for Victoria against Western Australia in Melbourne and replaced Ken Mackay in the Test side. "Colin is to be commended for his coaching influence in Western Australia. He had a particular passion and drive for inspiring juniors in the game. "On behalf of the Board and staff at Cricket Australia, we sincerely acknowledge Colin for his contribution to Australia’s favourite sport. He will be sadly missed, and our thoughts are with his family, friends and all those who crossed paths with him in the cricketing community at this time."

India vs Australia: Here is why Australian players are wearing black armbands

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/india-vs-australia-2018-19-schedule-teams-time-and-venue-177740">India set Australia</a> a 323-run target to win the series-opening Test after being bowled out for 307 in their second innings after lunch on the fourth day.</p>

<p>Spinner Nathan Lyon finished with six wickets as India's batsmen collapsed for the addition of only 47 runs after lunch, having resumed on 260 for five on a warm, cloudy day at Adelaide Oval.</p>

<p>Paceman Mitchell Starc took three wickets, with Cheteshwar Pujara top-scoring with 71 for the touring side.</p>

<p>The highest successful fourth-innings chase at Adelaide Oval was the 315 scored by the hosts against England in 1902.</p>

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<p>Spinner Nathan Lyon made difference&nbsp;on the&nbsp;fourth day&nbsp;but still,&nbsp;Australia have a mountain to climb for an unlikely win.</p>

<p>Lyon was the pick of the bowlers, taking 6 for 122 off 42 overs. It was his 13th five-wicket haul in Tests.</p>

<p>Three late wickets in the space of seven balls got the crowd on their feet and gave Australia hope of victory, but they will need to make history to win.</p>

<p>The only successful fourth innings Test run chase of more than 300 at Adelaide came in 1902, when the hosts made 315 to beat England.</p>

<p>The biggest on the ground in modern times was 239 in 1982, when the West Indies managed the feat.</p>

<p>A sliver of hope will come from Western Australia in a domestic match last month hitting 313 to beat South Australia here with Shaun Marsh -- who is playing in the Test -- scoring 163 not out.</p>


India set Australia a 323-run target to win the series-opening Test after being bowled out for 307 in their second innings after lunch on the fourth day. Spinner Nathan Lyon finished with six wickets as India's batsmen collapsed for the addition of only 47 runs after lunch, having resumed on 260 for five on a warm, cloudy day at Adelaide Oval.

India set Australia a 323-run target to win the series-opening Test after being bowled out for 307 in their second innings after lunch on the fourth day. Spinner Nathan Lyon finished with six wickets as India's batsmen collapsed for the addition of only 47 runs after lunch, having resumed on 260 for five on a warm, cloudy day at Adelaide Oval. Paceman Mitchell Starc took three wickets, with Cheteshwar Pujara top-scoring with 71 for the touring side. The highest successful fourth-innings chase at Adelaide Oval was the 315 scored by the hosts against England in 1902. A brilliant six-wicket haul from Nathan Lyon helps Australia bowl India out for 307 in Adelaide. The hosts need 323 runs to win the first Test. #AUSvIND LIVE ⬇️https://t.co/sCMk42uzZC pic.twitter.com/nIdextUudC — ICC (@ICC) December 9, 2018 × Spinner Nathan Lyon made difference on the fourth day but still, Australia have a mountain to climb for an unlikely win. Lyon was the pick of the bowlers, taking 6 for 122 off 42 overs. It was his 13th five-wicket haul in Tests. Three late wickets in the space of seven balls got the crowd on their feet and gave Australia hope of victory, but they will need to make history to win. The only successful fourth innings Test run chase of more than 300 at Adelaide came in 1902, when the hosts made 315 to beat England. The biggest on the ground in modern times was 239 in 1982, when the West Indies managed the feat. A sliver of hope will come from Western Australia in a domestic match last month hitting 313 to beat South Australia here with Shaun Marsh -- who is playing in the Test -- scoring 163 not out.

INDvsAUS, 1st Test, Day 4: India set Australia 323 for victory in first Test

<p>Australian legendary spinner <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=Shane+Warne">Shane Warne</a> has praised a seven-year-old, who became the internet sensation with his stunning bowling.</p>

<p>The boy, who is identified as&nbsp;Ahmad, hails from&nbsp;Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir.</p>

<p>Spin wizard Warne tweeted&nbsp;with a thumbs up smiley. He wrote, "This is outstanding! Well bowled young man."</p>

<p>Warne's response on Twitter came on a tweet by a Kashmir-based journalist, who had posted a video of the boy bowling at a local match.</p>

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<p>"Easily ball of the century. A googly that turns a metre and a half. @ShaneWarne take a look. You have some competition," journalist, Islah Mufti had tweeted.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Easily ball of the century. A googly that turns a metre and a half. <a href="https://twitter.com/ShaneWarne?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShaneWarne</a> take a look. You have some competition. <a href="https://t.co/GEanTVuVME">pic.twitter.com/GEanTVuVME</a></p>
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<p>"His name is Ahmad. He is 7 year old from Ganderbal district of Kashmir. A prodigy, I guess," Mufti later tweeted in reply to Warne.</p>

<p>The video has already gathered 64000 views on Twitter.</p>


Australian legendary spinner Shane Warne has praised a seven-year-old, who became the internet sensation with his stunning bowling. The boy, who is identified as Ahmad, hails from Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Australian legendary spinner Shane Warne has praised a seven-year-old, who became the internet sensation with his stunning bowling. The boy, who is identified as Ahmad, hails from Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir. Spin wizard Warne tweeted with a thumbs up smiley. He wrote, "This is outstanding! Well bowled young man." Warne's response on Twitter came on a tweet by a Kashmir-based journalist, who had posted a video of the boy bowling at a local match. This is outstanding ! Well bowled young man 👍 https://t.co/NfADPHXj4F — Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) December 5, 2018 × "Easily ball of the century. A googly that turns a metre and a half. @ShaneWarne take a look. You have some competition," journalist, Islah Mufti had tweeted. Easily ball of the century. A googly that turns a metre and a half. @ShaneWarne take a look. You have some competition. pic.twitter.com/GEanTVuVME — Mufti Islah (@islahmufti) July 23, 2018 × "His name is Ahmad. He is 7 year old from Ganderbal district of Kashmir. A prodigy, I guess," Mufti later tweeted in reply to Warne. The video has already gathered 64000 views on Twitter.

Watch: 7-year-old spinner from Kashmir impresses Australian great Shane Warne

<p>With Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane at the crease, the fourth day of opening Test against Australia has begun in Adelaide. P</p>

<p>Pujara, who rescued India's first innings with a sparkling 123, resumed the fourth day's game, with number five Ajinkya Rahane on one run.</p>

<p>The temperature is 22-degree Celsius and the sun is out, it is expected that there will not be any delay due to rain.</p>

<p>Earlier in the game, Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli thwarted Australia in a diligent partnership to push India to a position of strength and a 166-run lead at the close of day three.</p>

<p>Brought together before tea with India vulnerable at 76 for two, the pair stood firm through the best part of a session before spinner Nathan Lyon snared Kohli for 34 to end their 71-run stand at Adelaide Oval.</p>

<p>Lyon was denied Pujara's wicket twice by the Decision Review System, so his Kohli breakthrough was a relief after a long afternoon's toil.</p>

<p>Deceiving the Indian talisman with flight and dip, he caught Kohli's inside edge and the nick popped up to Aaron Finch at short leg.</p>

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<p>Mitchell Starc lead today's bowling attack.</p>


With Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane at the crease, the fourth day of opening Test against Australia has begun in Adelaide. P Pujara, who rescued India's first innings with a sparkling 123, resumed the fourth day's game, with number five Ajinkya Rahane on one run.

With Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane at the crease, the fourth day of opening Test against Australia has begun in Adelaide. P Pujara, who rescued India's first innings with a sparkling 123, resumed the fourth day's game, with number five Ajinkya Rahane on one run. The temperature is 22-degree Celsius and the sun is out, it is expected that there will not be any delay due to rain. Earlier in the game, Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli thwarted Australia in a diligent partnership to push India to a position of strength and a 166-run lead at the close of day three. Brought together before tea with India vulnerable at 76 for two, the pair stood firm through the best part of a session before spinner Nathan Lyon snared Kohli for 34 to end their 71-run stand at Adelaide Oval. Lyon was denied Pujara's wicket twice by the Decision Review System, so his Kohli breakthrough was a relief after a long afternoon's toil. Deceiving the Indian talisman with flight and dip, he caught Kohli's inside edge and the nick popped up to Aaron Finch at short leg. "Everyone knows he struggles a little bit against moving red ball, and we have a series here and an Ashes series not too far away. The ball's going to move around a lot when we're over in England." - Ricky Ponting on Aaron Finch. MORE FROM PONTING👇https://t.co/v2oaPzSrS9 pic.twitter.com/StGHqZUZRf — ICC (@ICC) December 8, 2018 × Mitchell Starc lead today's bowling attack.

INDvsAUS, 1st Test, Day 4: Pujara, Rahane resume game

<p>Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli thwarted Australia in a diligent partnership to push India to a position of strength and a 166-run lead at the close of day three of the first test on Saturday.</p>

<p>Brought together before tea with India vulnerable at 76 for two, the pair stood firm through the best part of a session before spinner Nathan Lyon snared Kohli for 34 to end their 71-run stand at Adelaide Oval.</p>

<p>Josh Hazlewood had Lokesh Rahul caught behind for 44 after pace spearhead Starc dismissed Murali Vijay for 18 to end a 63-run opening stand at Adelaide Oval, after the home side were bowled out for 235 in the rain-hit first session.</p>

<p>Virat Kohli lost his wicket after scoring 34 runs playing at a strike rate of 32,69.</p>

<p>Cheteshwar Pujara, who slammed a century in the first innings, will resume the game tomorrow along with number five batsman Ajinkya Rahane.</p>

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<p>Protecting India's first innings total of 250, Kohli's bowlers did well to carve out an initial 15-run lead, getting through Australia's final three wickets for the cost of 44 runs after the home side resumed on 191 for seven following a rain-delayed start.</p>

<p>India seamer Mohammed Shami was on a hat-trick after claiming the final two wickets of batsman Travis Head (72) and number 11 Josh Hazlewood (0) in successive balls.</p>

<p>Starc was the first wicket to fall, caught behind off seamer Jasprit Bumrah, who finished with 3-47.</p>

<p>Nathan Lyon was left 24 not out, having played a handy cameo with Head.</p>

<p>Dismissed for two in the first innings to extend a lean run of scores, Rahul came out with positive intent and saw off Starc and Hazlewood's opening spell before taking to Pat Cummins.</p>

<p>He smashed a drive for six over deep cover off Australia's first-change bowler and another square drive for four in the same over.</p>

<p>The recalled Vijay was never quite so settled, however, and he was out for 18 chasing a wider delivery that was caught by Peter Handscomb at second slip.</p>

<p>Pujara, who scored a sparkling 123 to rescue India in their first innings total of 250, was given out after an appeal for caught behind off Lyon but over-turned the decision on review.</p>

<p>Australia's disappointment was short-lived, however, as Rahul threw away his wicket moments later with an ill-advised swipe at a Hazlewood which served only to send a nick flying through to wicketkeeper-captain Tim Paine.</p>


Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli thwarted Australia in a diligent partnership to push India to a position of strength and a 166-run lead at the close of day three of the first test on Saturday.

Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli thwarted Australia in a diligent partnership to push India to a position of strength and a 166-run lead at the close of day three of the first test on Saturday. Brought together before tea with India vulnerable at 76 for two, the pair stood firm through the best part of a session before spinner Nathan Lyon snared Kohli for 34 to end their 71-run stand at Adelaide Oval. Josh Hazlewood had Lokesh Rahul caught behind for 44 after pace spearhead Starc dismissed Murali Vijay for 18 to end a 63-run opening stand at Adelaide Oval, after the home side were bowled out for 235 in the rain-hit first session. Virat Kohli lost his wicket after scoring 34 runs playing at a strike rate of 32,69. Cheteshwar Pujara, who slammed a century in the first innings, will resume the game tomorrow along with number five batsman Ajinkya Rahane. India finish the third day of the opening Test on 151/3, a lead of 166 runs, in Adelaide. #AUSvIND SCORECARD ⬇️https://t.co/sCMk42uzZC pic.twitter.com/zmV1EiXx6L — ICC (@ICC) December 8, 2018 × Protecting India's first innings total of 250, Kohli's bowlers did well to carve out an initial 15-run lead, getting through Australia's final three wickets for the cost of 44 runs after the home side resumed on 191 for seven following a rain-delayed start. India seamer Mohammed Shami was on a hat-trick after claiming the final two wickets of batsman Travis Head (72) and number 11 Josh Hazlewood (0) in successive balls. Starc was the first wicket to fall, caught behind off seamer Jasprit Bumrah, who finished with 3-47. Nathan Lyon was left 24 not out, having played a handy cameo with Head. Dismissed for two in the first innings to extend a lean run of scores, Rahul came out with positive intent and saw off Starc and Hazlewood's opening spell before taking to Pat Cummins. He smashed a drive for six over deep cover off Australia's first-change bowler and another square drive for four in the same over. The recalled Vijay was never quite so settled, however, and he was out for 18 chasing a wider delivery that was caught by Peter Handscomb at second slip. Pujara, who scored a sparkling 123 to rescue India in their first innings total of 250, was given out after an appeal for caught behind off Lyon but over-turned the decision on review. Australia's disappointment was short-lived, however, as Rahul threw away his wicket moments later with an ill-advised swipe at a Hazlewood which served only to send a nick flying through to wicketkeeper-captain Tim Paine.

INDvsAUS, 1st Test, Day 3: India take stranglehold in Adelaide Test

<p>Australia were 170-6&nbsp;after 75&nbsp;overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of the opening Test on Friday in Adelaide.</p>

<p>Travis Head scored a half-century to salvage Australian innings, he is currently batting with&nbsp;Pat Cummins.</p>

<p>Aussies started their innings with a shock as Aaron Finch lost his wicket in the first over after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced.</p>

<p>A beautiful delivery from Ishant Sharma took out his middle and off stumps after getting an inside edge as Finch attempted a drive.</p>

<p>His credentials as an opener again called into question after such poor show.</p>

<p>In muggy and overcast conditions, a slimmed-down Usman Khawaja, returning after knee surgery, joined debutant Marcus Harris to show Finch how it should be done.</p>

<p>He compiled a patient 21, putting aside disrupted preparations after the shock arrest of his brother this week for allegedly framing a love-rival with a fake terror plot.</p>

<p>Harris, who was picked on the back of being the second highest run-scorer in Sheffield Shield this season, looked in good nick and unruffled by the occasion, hitting three fours in a solid 26.</p>

<p>Australia were&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/indvsaus-1st-test-day-2-australia-lose-quick-wickets-57-2-at-lunch-182054">57-2 at lunch</a>&nbsp;with loss of two wickets but just after coming from the break, Shaun Marsh lost his wicket after scoring just two runs.</p>

<p>Usman Khawaja, who was set after facing 125 balls, was out spun by Ashwin.</p>

<p>Peter Handscomb, who was batting at 34, lost his wicket to Jasprit Bumrah.</p>

<p>Skipper and wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Paine was sent back by Ishant Sharma at a score of five.</p>

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<p>Earlier,&nbsp;India finished the opening day at 250-9, on the back of a battling 123 from Cheteshwar Pujara, and they failed to add to the total.</p>

<p>When they resumed, tailender Mohammed Shami was out for six on the first delivery of the day, caught behind by Tim Paine off Josh Hazlewood, leaving Jasprit Bumrah unbeaten on 0.</p>

<p>Hazlewood finished with 3-52. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon all took two wickets each.</p>


Australia were 170-6 after 75 overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of the opening Test on Friday in Adelaide. Travis Head scored a half-century to salvage Australian innings, he is currently batting with Pat Cummins.

Australia were 170-6 after 75 overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of the opening Test on Friday in Adelaide. Travis Head scored a half-century to salvage Australian innings, he is currently batting with Pat Cummins. Aussies started their innings with a shock as Aaron Finch lost his wicket in the first over after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced. A beautiful delivery from Ishant Sharma took out his middle and off stumps after getting an inside edge as Finch attempted a drive. His credentials as an opener again called into question after such poor show. In muggy and overcast conditions, a slimmed-down Usman Khawaja, returning after knee surgery, joined debutant Marcus Harris to show Finch how it should be done. He compiled a patient 21, putting aside disrupted preparations after the shock arrest of his brother this week for allegedly framing a love-rival with a fake terror plot. Harris, who was picked on the back of being the second highest run-scorer in Sheffield Shield this season, looked in good nick and unruffled by the occasion, hitting three fours in a solid 26. Australia were 57-2 at lunch with loss of two wickets but just after coming from the break, Shaun Marsh lost his wicket after scoring just two runs. Usman Khawaja, who was set after facing 125 balls, was out spun by Ashwin. Peter Handscomb, who was batting at 34, lost his wicket to Jasprit Bumrah. Skipper and wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Paine was sent back by Ishant Sharma at a score of five. Half-century for Travis Head! Brings up the mark with a single to loud applause in Adelaide. It's a much-needed knock for Australia. #AUSvIND LIVE ➡️ https://t.co/sCMk42Mboc pic.twitter.com/PIvQwf7zOJ — ICC (@ICC) December 7, 2018 × Earlier, India finished the opening day at 250-9, on the back of a battling 123 from Cheteshwar Pujara, and they failed to add to the total. When they resumed, tailender Mohammed Shami was out for six on the first delivery of the day, caught behind by Tim Paine off Josh Hazlewood, leaving Jasprit Bumrah unbeaten on 0. Hazlewood finished with 3-52. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon all took two wickets each.

INDvsAUS, 1st Test, Day 2: Australia at 170-6 after 75 overs

<p>Australia were 121-5 after 60 overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of the opening Test on Friday in Adelaide.</p>

<p>Aussies started their innings with a shock as Aaron Finch lost his wicket in the first over after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced.</p>

<p>A beautiful delivery from Ishant Sharma took out his middle and off stumps after getting an inside edge as Finch attempted a drive.</p>

<p>His credentials as an opener again called into question after such poor show.</p>

<p>In muggy and overcast conditions, a slimmed-down Usman Khawaja, returning after knee surgery, joined debutant Marcus Harris to show Finch how it should be done.</p>

<p>He compiled a patient 21, putting aside disrupted preparations after the shock arrest of his brother this week for allegedly framing a love-rival with a fake terror plot.</p>

<p>Harris, who was picked on the back of being the second highest run-scorer in Sheffield Shield this season, looked in good nick and unruffled by the occasion, hitting three fours in a solid 26.</p>

<p>Australia were&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/indvsaus-1st-test-day-2-australia-lose-quick-wickets-57-2-at-lunch-182054">57-2 at lunch</a>&nbsp;with loss of two wickets but just after coming from the break, Shaun Marsh lost his wicket after scoring just two runs.</p>

<p>Usman Khawaja, who was set after facing 125 balls, was out spun by Ashwin.</p>

<p>Peter Handscomb, who was batting at 34, lost his wicket to Jasprit Bumrah.</p>

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<p>Earlier,&nbsp;India finished the opening day at 250-9, on the back of a battling 123 from Cheteshwar Pujara, and they failed to add to the total.</p>

<p>When they resumed, tailender Mohammed Shami was out for six on the first delivery of the day, caught behind by Tim Paine off Josh Hazlewood, leaving Jasprit Bumrah unbeaten on 0.</p>

<p>Hazlewood finished with 3-52. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon all took two wickets each.</p>


Australia were 121-5 after 60 overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of the opening Test on Friday in Adelaide. Aussies started their innings with a shock as Aaron Finch lost his wicket in the first over after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced.

Australia were 121-5 after 60 overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of the opening Test on Friday in Adelaide. Aussies started their innings with a shock as Aaron Finch lost his wicket in the first over after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced. A beautiful delivery from Ishant Sharma took out his middle and off stumps after getting an inside edge as Finch attempted a drive. His credentials as an opener again called into question after such poor show. In muggy and overcast conditions, a slimmed-down Usman Khawaja, returning after knee surgery, joined debutant Marcus Harris to show Finch how it should be done. He compiled a patient 21, putting aside disrupted preparations after the shock arrest of his brother this week for allegedly framing a love-rival with a fake terror plot. Harris, who was picked on the back of being the second highest run-scorer in Sheffield Shield this season, looked in good nick and unruffled by the occasion, hitting three fours in a solid 26. Australia were 57-2 at lunch with loss of two wickets but just after coming from the break, Shaun Marsh lost his wicket after scoring just two runs. Usman Khawaja, who was set after facing 125 balls, was out spun by Ashwin. Peter Handscomb, who was batting at 34, lost his wicket to Jasprit Bumrah. India in control! Bumrah draws the edge from Handscomb, and Australia are five down for 120. Captain Paine is in. #AUSvIND LIVE ➡️ https://t.co/sCMk42Mboc pic.twitter.com/KVR0W7w5te — ICC (@ICC) December 7, 2018 × Earlier, India finished the opening day at 250-9, on the back of a battling 123 from Cheteshwar Pujara, and they failed to add to the total. When they resumed, tailender Mohammed Shami was out for six on the first delivery of the day, caught behind by Tim Paine off Josh Hazlewood, leaving Jasprit Bumrah unbeaten on 0. Hazlewood finished with 3-52. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon all took two wickets each.

INDvsAUS, 1st Test, Day 2: Australia at 121-5 after 60

<p>India's spinner <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=ashwin">Ravichandran Ashwin</a> struck thrice as Australia were 99-4 after 47 overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of opnening Test on Friday in Adelaide.</p>

<p>Aussies started their innings with a shock as Aaron Finch lost his wicket in the first over after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced.</p>

<p>A beautiful delivery from Ishant Sharma took out his middle and off stumps after getting an inside edge as Finch attempted a drive.</p>

<p>His credentials as an opener again called into question after such poor show.</p>

<p>In muggy and overcast conditions, a slimmed-down Usman Khawaja, returning after knee surgery, joined debutant Marcus Harris to show Finch how it should be done.</p>

<p>He compiled a patient 21, putting aside disrupted preparations after the shock arrest of his brother this week for allegedly framing a love-rival with a fake terror plot.</p>

<p>Harris, who was picked on the back of being the second highest run-scorer in Sheffield Shield this season, looked in good nick and unruffled by the occasion, hitting three fours in a solid 26.</p>

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<p>Australia were <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/indvsaus-1st-test-day-2-australia-lose-quick-wickets-57-2-at-lunch-182054">57-2 at lunch</a> with loss of two wickets but just after coming from the break, Shaun Marsh lost his wicket after scoring just two runs.</p>

<p>Usman Khawaja, who was set after facing 125 balls, was out spun by Ashwin.</p>

<p>Earlier,&nbsp;India finished the opening day at 250-9, on the back of a battling 123 from Cheteshwar Pujara, and they failed to add to the total.</p>

<p>When they resumed, tailender Mohammed Shami was out for six on the first delivery of the day, caught behind by Tim Paine off Josh Hazlewood, leaving Jasprit Bumrah unbeaten on 0.</p>

<p>Hazlewood finished with 3-52. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon all took two wickets each.</p>


India's spinner Ravichandran Ashwin struck thrice as Australia were 99-4 after 47 overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of opnening Test on Friday in Adelaide.

India's spinner Ravichandran Ashwin struck thrice as Australia were 99-4 after 47 overs in reply to India's India's 250 in the second day of opnening Test on Friday in Adelaide. Aussies started their innings with a shock as Aaron Finch lost his wicket in the first over after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced. A beautiful delivery from Ishant Sharma took out his middle and off stumps after getting an inside edge as Finch attempted a drive. His credentials as an opener again called into question after such poor show. In muggy and overcast conditions, a slimmed-down Usman Khawaja, returning after knee surgery, joined debutant Marcus Harris to show Finch how it should be done. He compiled a patient 21, putting aside disrupted preparations after the shock arrest of his brother this week for allegedly framing a love-rival with a fake terror plot. Harris, who was picked on the back of being the second highest run-scorer in Sheffield Shield this season, looked in good nick and unruffled by the occasion, hitting three fours in a solid 26. Khawaja falls, huge wicket for India. It's Ashwin again. He has the left-hand bat caught behind, and he's on a roll. Australia are 87/4, and need to rebuild. #AUSvIND LIVE ➡️ https://t.co/sCMk42Mboc pic.twitter.com/TsIacZW0TG — ICC (@ICC) December 7, 2018 × Australia were 57-2 at lunch with loss of two wickets but just after coming from the break, Shaun Marsh lost his wicket after scoring just two runs. Usman Khawaja, who was set after facing 125 balls, was out spun by Ashwin. Earlier, India finished the opening day at 250-9, on the back of a battling 123 from Cheteshwar Pujara, and they failed to add to the total. When they resumed, tailender Mohammed Shami was out for six on the first delivery of the day, caught behind by Tim Paine off Josh Hazlewood, leaving Jasprit Bumrah unbeaten on 0. Hazlewood finished with 3-52. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon all took two wickets each.

INDvsAUS, 1st Test, Day 2: Ashwin strikes thrice as Australia at 104-4 after 50 overs

<p>Australia lost two wickets in the morning session Friday in reply to India's 250, leaving the first Test evenly poised with the experienced Usman Khawaja and Shaun Marsh at the crease.</p>

<p>Just after coming from lunch,&nbsp;Shaun Marsh lost his wicket after scoring just two runs.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/indvsaus-1st-test-day-1-cheteshwar-pujara-rescues-india-in-adelaide-oval-181878">India finished the opening day at 250-9</a>, on the back of a battling 123 from Cheteshwar Pujara, and they failed to add to the total.</p>

<p>When they resumed, tailender Mohammed Shami was out for six on the first delivery of the day, caught behind by Tim Paine off Josh Hazlewood, leaving Jasprit Bumrah unbeaten on 0.</p>

<p>Hazlewood finished with 3-52. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon all took two wickets each.</p>

<p>In reply, Australia were 57-2 at lunch with Khawaja not out 21 and Marsh unbeaten on one.</p>

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Patience has been key in the morning session of day two in Adelaide. India have sent back the openers, but Usman Khawaja is holding steady. Australia go to lunch on 57/2.<br />
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<p>The home team got off to a horror start with Aaron Finch's credentials as an opener again called into question after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced.</p>

<p>A beautiful delivery from Ishant Sharma took out his middle and off stumps after getting an inside edge as Finch attempted a drive.</p>

<p>In muggy and overcast conditions, a slimmed-down Usman Khawaja, returning after knee surgery, joined debutant Marcus Harris to show Finch how it should be done.</p>

<p>He compiled a patient 21, putting aside disrupted preparations after the shock arrest of his brother this week for allegedly framing a love-rival with a fake terror plot.</p>

<p>Harris, who was picked on the back of being the second highest run-scorer in Sheffield Shield this season, looked in good nick and unruffled by the occasion, hitting three fours in a solid 26.</p>

<p>But he was undone by a drifting ball from spinner Ravi Ashwin, getting an edge to Murali Vijay at silly mid-off, ending a 45-run partnership with Khawaja.</p>

<p>Paceman Shami went off the field in the run-up to lunch, apparently due to a shoulder niggle, but soon returned, although he did not bowl again.</p>


Australia lost two wickets in the morning session Friday in reply to India's 250, leaving the first Test evenly poised with the experienced Usman Khawaja and Shaun Marsh at the crease.

Australia lost two wickets in the morning session Friday in reply to India's 250, leaving the first Test evenly poised with the experienced Usman Khawaja and Shaun Marsh at the crease. Just after coming from lunch, Shaun Marsh lost his wicket after scoring just two runs. India finished the opening day at 250-9, on the back of a battling 123 from Cheteshwar Pujara, and they failed to add to the total. When they resumed, tailender Mohammed Shami was out for six on the first delivery of the day, caught behind by Tim Paine off Josh Hazlewood, leaving Jasprit Bumrah unbeaten on 0. Hazlewood finished with 3-52. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon all took two wickets each. In reply, Australia were 57-2 at lunch with Khawaja not out 21 and Marsh unbeaten on one. 🍴 Patience has been key in the morning session of day two in Adelaide. India have sent back the openers, but Usman Khawaja is holding steady. Australia go to lunch on 57/2. FOLLOW #AUSvIND LIVE ➡️ https://t.co/sCMk42Mboc pic.twitter.com/b42Ms9a5te — ICC (@ICC) December 7, 2018 × The home team got off to a horror start with Aaron Finch's credentials as an opener again called into question after he was spectacularly bowled without scoring on only the third ball he faced. A beautiful delivery from Ishant Sharma took out his middle and off stumps after getting an inside edge as Finch attempted a drive. In muggy and overcast conditions, a slimmed-down Usman Khawaja, returning after knee surgery, joined debutant Marcus Harris to show Finch how it should be done. He compiled a patient 21, putting aside disrupted preparations after the shock arrest of his brother this week for allegedly framing a love-rival with a fake terror plot. Harris, who was picked on the back of being the second highest run-scorer in Sheffield Shield this season, looked in good nick and unruffled by the occasion, hitting three fours in a solid 26. But he was undone by a drifting ball from spinner Ravi Ashwin, getting an edge to Murali Vijay at silly mid-off, ending a 45-run partnership with Khawaja. Paceman Shami went off the field in the run-up to lunch, apparently due to a shoulder niggle, but soon returned, although he did not bowl again.

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