Australia vs India 1st Test, Day 1
The first day of the match between Australia and India in Perth had a special vibe. Throughout the day, it was the bowlers who dominated, while the batsmen seemed to struggle. A total of 17 wickets fell on Day 1. Both teams put pressure on each other, with each side making things tough for the opposition. Let’s take a closer look at the recap of the match.
Toss and Start
In the 1st Test, India won the toss and chose to bat first, considering the pitch conditions. However, the pitch had plenty of bounce and movement, which made batting tough for both teams.
India’s Batting Struggles
Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Josh Hazlewood made things very difficult for the Indian batters. India was under pressure right from the start, losing four wickets for just 51 runs. Rishabh Pant and Nitesh Kumar Reddy fought back, but they couldn’t build a long partnership. In the end, India was all out for 150, with only four players reaching double figures.
One of the most talked-about moments came when KL Rahul was dismissed. The on-field umpire initially gave him not out, but after a review, the third umpire overturned the decision, which shocked both KL Rahul and the fans. There’s still a debate going on regarding the UltraEdge.
On the Australian side, Josh Hazlewood took 4 wickets, while Mitchell Marsh, Mitchell Starc, and Pat Cummins each picked up 2 wickets.
Australia’s Collapse
Indian bowlers continued to dominate as Australia’s batters struggled. At 37/4, Australia was under a lot of pressure. Alex Carey tried to stabilize the innings, but wickets kept falling. By the end of the first day, Australia was 67/7.
Indian bowlers showed great skill, with Jasprit Bumrah taking 4 wickets, Mohammad Siraj 2, and Harshit Rana 1.
A Sensational Day of Cricket
This match was truly a classic, with Australia initially dominating and then India responding with a brilliant counterattack to keep the Australian batters under pressure. Both teams kept the pressure high with their excellent bowling. Rishabh Pant, Nitesh Kumar Reddy, and Alex Carey stood out for their ability to handle the pressure and counter the bowlers effectively.
Highlights of the Day
Total Wickets:
17 wickets (India 150/10, Australia 67/7)
Top Performances:
Bowling:
Josh Hazlewood (4/29), Jasprit Bumrah (4/17)
Batting:
Rishabh Pant (37), Nitesh Kumar Reddy (41)
Key Moment
KL Rahul’s controversial dismissal, which has sparked ongoing debates on social media.
Scorecard
India Team
Australia Team
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 0(8) |
| KL Rahul | 26(74) |
| Devdutt Padikkal | 0(23) |
| Virat Kohli | 5(12) |
| Rishabh Pant | 37(78) |
| Dhruv Jurel | 11(20) |
| Washington Sundar | 4(15) |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | 41(59) |
| Harshit Rana | 7(5) |
| Jasprit Bumrah(c) | 8(8) |
| M. Siraj | 0*(0) |
| Extras | 11(b4, lb1, nb4, wd2) |
| Total | 150/10 |
| Usman Khawaja | 8(19) |
| Nathan McSweeney | 10(13) |
| Marnus Labuschagne | 2(52) |
| Steven Smith | 0(1) |
| Travis Head | 11(13) |
| Mitchell Marsh | 6(19) |
| Alex Carey | 19*(28) |
| Pat Cummins(c) | 3(5) |
| Mitchell Starc | 6*(14) |
| Extras | 2 (nb2) |
| Total | 67/7 |
Conclusion
The first day of the 1st Test in Perth showcased the beauty of cricket—pressure, drama, and controversy all mixed together. Fans are excited for tomorrow, as the match is likely to take an even more thrilling turn.
