IND vs AUS: Tail-Enders Create Historic Record In 77 Years

IND vs AUS: On the fourth day of the third Test match between India and Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane, India’s tailenders, Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep, played a pivotal role in saving their team from the looming follow-on threat. Their magnificent batting collaboration ensured that India did not need to follow on and also marked the entry of their names in the history books, as they completed something that had not occurred between the two countries over the 77 years of Test cricket history.

A Match-Winning Combination Under Difficult Circumstances in IND vs AUS 3rd Test

The team soon realized that it was in a pretty sticky situation, trailing behind the big total of 445 put together by Australia. In fact, the Indian batting lineup was struggling badly as well, with top-order batsmen not getting into substantial partnerships, making the situation pretty critical for India in avoiding the follow-on.

But Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah, batting at no 10 and no 11, showed how it’s done and got the required resistance for the team. They made a precious last-wicket partnership of 39 runs which rescued India from the humiliation of a follow-on. India managed to score 252 runs by the end of the day’s play with nine wickets down. With the runs from Bumrah who made 10 and from Akash Deep who made 27 without losing their wickets, India was not going to fall below the mark for the declaration to avoid follow-on.

First Time in 77 Years of History

This partnership between Bumrah and Akash Deep did more than just save India from the follow-on; it also created a historic record in Indian cricket. Bumrah, known for his exceptional bowling skills, took a brief yet impactful turn with the bat, hitting a six in his 10-run innings. Akash Deep, who also showcased his batting flair, added two fours and a six in his 27-run contribution.

Together, Bumrah and Akash Deep became the first-ever number 10 and 11 batsmen in the 77-year history of Test cricket between India and Australia to hit a six in the same innings. This had never happened before, and it was a remarkable achievement for both players. The first Test match was played between India and Australia in 1947, and this marked a special chapter in the long-standing rivalry between the two nations.

Australia’s Strong Position in IND vs AUS 3rd Test

On the fourth day, despite the valiant efforts of India to save themselves from the follow-on, Australia were still in a commanding position. The first-innings score had already built up a healthy lead for Australia with 445 runs, and with the Indian team not able to form many partnerships, especially the top-order batsmen, the threat of the follow-on loomed large.

KL Rahul’s resilient batting at the top and Ravindra Jadeja’s fighting spirit helped India cross 250, giving the team a glimmer of hope. However, by the end of the day, Australia had still managed to maintain a dominating lead of 193 runs, which would make India’s task very challenging for the remaining days of the match.

India’s Road Ahead in IND vs AUS Test series

In the last stages of the match, India will be left with no choice but to find a way back into the game from such a precarious position. On the fourth day, efforts from the tailenders have been appreciated, but this Indian team will have to look forward to its middle order to show strength in the second innings. Australia’s dominant position means that India will need to come up with a clear strategy to bridge the 193-run gap and put up a strong fight.

The record-breaking partnership between Bumrah and Akash Deep, however, will be remembered as one of the bright spots in a challenging day for India, symbolizing the resilience and determination of the team even in tough circumstances. As the Test match progresses, both teams will look to seize the momentum and secure an important win.

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