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Video: Pat Cummins Denied DRS Over Controversial Third Umpire Call, Shastri, Gilchrist Baffled

The start of play on Day 4 of the 4th Test between India and Australia produced an epic incident at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday as Pat Cummins tried to review a decision given by the third umpire. It all happened as Australia appealed for the dismissal of Mohammed Siraj, who seemed to have edged a delivery into the hands of a fielder in slips. Unsure about the dismissal, the on-field umpires decided to refer the matter to the third umpire, who felt that the ball bounced on the pitch after hitting SIraj's bat.

Nitish Kumar Reddy Teases Mohammed Siraj Over Iconic "Only Believe In Jassi Bhai" Meme. Post Viral

India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy thanked teammate Mohammed Siraj after the pacer played a big hand in the youngster registering his maiden Test century in the ongoing 4th Test against Australia on Saturday. For the unversed, Reddy was unbeaten on 99 when Siraj, India's tail-ender, walked out to bat following Jasprit Bumrah's dismissal. Australia captain Pat Cummins dismissed Jasprit Bumrah for a duck on the third ball of the 114th over, raising doubts over Reddy's century. Siraj was the final India batter to walk out to the middle and he needed to survive three balls from Cummins' over before Reddy could have the strike back.

Bumrah turns tables on Konstas, Australia lead by 158

MELBOURNE : Pace maestro Jasprit Bumrah took revenge for his first innings battering by Sam Konstas when he bowled Australia's teen debutant cheaply early on day four of the fourth test on Sunday after India were dismissed for 369.

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah's Ripper Shatters Sam Konstas' Stumps, Don't Miss His Celebration

The Jasprit Bumrah vs Sam Konstas Round 2 turned about to be an thrilling one yet again after the first round was won by the Australian debutant. Up against each other on Day 4 of the fourth Test in Melbourne, Bumrah and Khawaja had fans glued to their TV sets early morning on Sunday. While Konstas didn't have to wait for long before opening his account, it was Bumrah who emerged triumphant in the individual battle, bowling out the young opener with a peach of a delivery. Konstas had no answer to Bumrah's inswinger as the delivery breached his defence and hit the middle stump.

Father's Sacrifice, 'Virat Kohli' Dream And CSK Net Bowler: Know Everything About Nitish Kumar Reddy

As Nitish Kumar Reddy completed an astonishing maiden Test ton in just his fourth Test in front of a packed crowd at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), visuals of his father Mutyala Reddy's tears and joy won the hearts of cricket fans around the world. Reddy's journey has been a long one, filled with huge sacrifices from his father. But from having to see his father sacrifice his job in order to support his career, to getting his Test cap from his idol Virat Kohli, to slamming his first Test century, it has been a remarkable ride for Nitish Reddy.

After Mohammed Siraj, Mitchell Starc Takes Up 'Bail-Switch' Ritual. Brings Luck To Australia

Another episode of the bail-switching banter at the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 between India and Australia took place on Day 3 of the fourth Test in Melbourne. On this occasion, it was Australia pacer Mitchell Starc who did the ritual to turn the luck in favour of them. For once, it turned out to be lucky for Australia, as Ravindra Jadeja was trapped leg-before-wicket (LBW) by Nathan Lyon, leaving India reeling at 221/7. Earlier in the series, it has worked in India's favour.

"If My Life Was On Line...": Ex-Australia Star On Why Virat Kohli Is Greater Than Sachin Tendulkar

Virat Kohli has copped a fair bit of criticism in recent weeks due to his patchy form amidst a crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. However, in a superlative compliment, former Australia opener and current Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) coach Justin Langer has stated that he would pick Virat Kohli over any other batter in the history of cricket if he needed to pick someone to bat for his life. Yes, even ahead of icons like Sachin Tendulkar or Brian Lara.

India vs Australia 4th Test Day 4 Live Updates: Rohit Sharma Changes Strategy As Second Session Begins

India vs Australia 4th Test Day 4 Live Updates: After troubling Usman Khawaja with his pace, Mohammed Siraj finally provided with a big breakthrough as he dismissed the Australia opener for 21. Apart from him, Jasprit Bumrah also removed the young opener Sam Konstas for 8. Two-down Australia currently have Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith standing unbeaten at the crease. Earlier, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mohammed Siraj didn't manage to hang on for long, with the all-rounder becoming the 10th wicket to fall as the tourists were bowled out for 369 runs. Pat Cummins, Scott Boland, and Nathan Lyon picked up three wickets each as India were bowled out on Day 4 of the 4th Test against Australia at the MCG. (Live Scorecard)

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Video: Pat Cummins Denied DRS Over Controversial Third Umpire Call, Shastri, Gilchrist Baffled

Nitish Kumar Reddy Teases Mohammed Siraj Over Iconic "Only Believe In Jassi Bhai" Meme. Post Viral

Bumrah turns tables on Konstas, Australia lead by 158

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah's Ripper Shatters Sam Konstas' Stumps, Don't Miss His Celebration

Father's Sacrifice, 'Virat Kohli' Dream And CSK Net Bowler: Know Everything About Nitish Kumar Reddy

After Mohammed Siraj, Mitchell Starc Takes Up 'Bail-Switch' Ritual. Brings Luck To Australia

"If My Life Was On Line...": Ex-Australia Star On Why Virat Kohli Is Greater Than Sachin Tendulkar

India vs Australia 4th Test Day 4 Live Updates: Rohit Sharma Changes Strategy As Second Session Begins