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Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland Achieve Unique Feat During Half-Century Last-Wicket Stand At MCG

The Australian bowlers Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland achieved a historic record of surviving 50 balls across both innings during the fourth Test against India at Melbourne, being the second 10th wicket partnership pair to do so. The Australian lower-order continued to frustrate the Indian bowling as the latter aimed for a massive victory to take an upper hand in the series at Melbourne during the final day of the Test. Once reduced to 91/6, the Aussie lower order made a huge comeback into the match, ending day four on 228/9, leading by 333 runs.

Virat Kohli Turns 'Virtual Captain' In MCG vs Australia. Viral Video Proves

Virat Kohli was seen setting the field during Australia's second innings of the 4th Test in Melbourne on Sunday. The former India captain rolled back the glory days as he was actively involved in team discussions. Kohli, who stepped down as Test captain in 2022, was seen helping India skipper Rohit Sharma in making the field changes. He was also constantly on Rohit's ear as Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj stunned Australia's top-order. A video of the same went viral on social media.

Ravi Shastri Praises Jasprit Bumrah For "Making The Ball Talk" As Pacer Delivers Historic Spell At MCG

Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri lauded Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah for his performances during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia, saying that he has made the ball talk and opened the fourth Test at Melbourne big time. Bumrah continued to break records left and right as he continued his red-hot form in the ongoing series, bringing his wicket-tally to a massive 29 scalps at an average of 13.24, with two five-wicket hauls to his name. During the second innings, Bumrah took 4/56 in 24 overs at an economy rate of 2.33. He took wickets of Sam Konstas, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh and wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey.

"Luckiest Player I've Ever Seen": Jasprit Bumrah Mocks Marnus Labuschagne

Truly one-of-a-kind, Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne has his own way of batting. After showing struggles to hit peak form during the initial phase of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Labuschagne forged a comeback, scoring important runs for Australia in Brisbane and Melbourne. The right-handed batter hit half-centuries in both innings of the 4th Test at MCG, though he did ride his luck to accumulate 70 runs in the second innings before being dismissed.

CSK Great Roasted By Ex-Australia Star For Defending Rishabh Pant's Shot Selection: "Assistant..."

Former Australia batter Mark Waugh and Mike Hussey had contrasting takes on India wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant's shot selection, which led to his dismissal on Day 3 of the ongoing Boxing-Day Test. Pant's innings of 28 ended when he over-balanced while attempting a ramp shot off Scott Boland's delivery, only to be caught by Nathan Lyon at third man. It was a big moment in the match as Pant and Ravindra Jadeja had put on a decent partnership following India's late collapse on Day 2.

Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal Would Be Happy Starting On Day 5. Experts Explain Why

Australia extended their lead over India in the second innings of the ongoing 4th Test in Melbourne. At the close of play on Day 4, the hosts were ahead by 333 runs, with Nathan Lyon (41*) and Scott Boland (10*) unbeaten. The pair added an unbeaten 55 runs for the 10th wicket to take Australia's lead over 300, setting up on what promises to be an exciting final day of the match on Monday. With all three results likely on Day 5, India will have to chase a record total at the MCG to win the match.

"I Am Your Father": Australia Media Insults Virat Kohli Again, Hits All-New Low

Virat Kohli's love affair with Australian media isn't something new. Over the years, Kohli has had several battles with Australian media during India's tours Down Under. Be it Kohli's altercation with journalists at the Melbourne airport or his heated exchange with Sam Konstas prompting media backlash, Kohli has been making headlines in local papers since the start of the 4th Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. After being branded a 'joker' over his clash with Konstas, Kohli has been targeted in the local papers again.

India Missed Opportunity, Tough Task To Win Boxing Day Test: Sunil Gavaskar

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar feels India have missed an opportunity by allowing Australia's lower order to add valuable runs, making it difficult for the visitors to win the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Australia, who were struggling at 156 for 8, finished the fourth day at 228 for 9, taking their lead to 333 and setting up an intriguing final day. "I think it was a missed opportunity because till tea time certainly it was India's day, and after tea time, (Pat) Cummins, (Nathan) Lyon, and (Scott) Boland really frustrated the Indian bowlers. At the end of the day, having got a lead of 333, it does make it a little difficult for India to win this game," Gavaskar told India Today.

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Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland Achieve Unique Feat During Half-Century Last-Wicket Stand At MCG

Virat Kohli Turns 'Virtual Captain' In MCG vs Australia. Viral Video Proves

Ravi Shastri Praises Jasprit Bumrah For "Making The Ball Talk" As Pacer Delivers Historic Spell At MCG

"Luckiest Player I've Ever Seen": Jasprit Bumrah Mocks Marnus Labuschagne

CSK Great Roasted By Ex-Australia Star For Defending Rishabh Pant's Shot Selection: "Assistant..."

Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal Would Be Happy Starting On Day 5. Experts Explain Why

"I Am Your Father": Australia Media Insults Virat Kohli Again, Hits All-New Low

India Missed Opportunity, Tough Task To Win Boxing Day Test: Sunil Gavaskar