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Australia Great Slams Usman Khawaja Over Opening Tactic In Perth Test

Former Australia Test captain Michael Clarke was critical of Usman Khawaja's decision to allow debutant opener Nathan McSweeney to face the first ball in Australia's second innings against India, saying the veteran batter had to "own the moment" in Perth. After India set them a mammoth target of 534 after declaring their second innings at 487/6, thanks to centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli, Australia had to deal with a tricky period on day three, which started on a false note as McSweeney lasted just four balls before being trapped lbw by Jasprit Bumrah.

1st Test: India In Complete Control As Australia Struggle To 12/3 At Stumps On Day 3

India gained a firm grip over the opening Test by reducing Australia to 12 for three at stumps on Day 3 after setting the hosts an imposing 534-run target, shaped by Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal's contrasting centuries in Perth Sunday. Marnus Labuschagne (3) was dismissed in the last ball of the day as Usman Khawaja was left stranded at the other end at the draw of stumps with the hosts still trailing by 522 runs. Skipper Jasprit Bumrah removed Nathan McSweeney (0) and Labuschagne, while Mohammed Siraj dismissed night watchman Pat Cummins (2) to cap off a dominant day for the visitors.

Centurions Jaiswal, Kohli wear down Australia as India eye big win

PERTH :Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli hardly put a foot wrong on their way to magnificent centuries in Perth on Sunday, as India declared on 487-6 and had Australia reeling at 12-3 at stumps and trailing by 521 runs on day three of the first test.

"Gautam Gambhir Always...": Yet Another India Youngster Reveals Coach's Words Of Inspiration

After the second day of the Perth Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), Indian pacer Harshit Rana on Saturday credited coach Gautam Gambhir for being able to make a good start to his Test career and thanked him for his support. During Australia's first inning, Rana picked up three wickets in his 16-over spell at an economy rate of 3.10. The 22-year-old picked up his maiden international wicket on Friday when he removed Travis Head for 11 runs. On Saturday, the Indian pacer bagged Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon's wickets to help bundle out Australia at 104.

Jasprit Bumrah Equals Kapil Dev For Monumental Feat In Indian Cricket With Fifer vs Australia

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah made history on Saturday, securing his seventh five-wicket haul in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) countries, tying with legendary Kapil Dev for most by an Indian bowler in aforementioned countries. Bumrah added yet another feather to his hat and added to his legacy as India's all-time great in SENA conditions during the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Perth against Australia. India has a weak record in SENA countries historically and started improving their record in 2000s.

India vs Australia: Jasprit Bumrah Gifts Steve Smith 'Unwanted Career First' In Perth Test

Jasprit Bumrah ran past Australia's batting line-up like a hot knife through butter, returning figures of 4/17 on Day 1 of the 1st Test at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Friday. Bumrah, who is leading the team in the absence of captain Rohit Sharma, did the damage with the ball after India collapsed to 150, having opted to bat first. However, Bumrah demolished the Australian top order in a devastating spell with Australia in disarray on 67-7 at the end of the day's play.

Jasprit Bumrah's Wonder-Spell Stuns Wasim Akram, Pakistan Great Can't Keep Calm In Commentary Box

Stand-in India captain Jasprit Bumrah bowled one of the most inspiring spells of fast bowling on Day 1 of the 1st Test against Australia in Perth on Friday. After India were bowled out for a paltry total of 150 inside the first two sessions at the Optus Stadium, Bumrah returned the favour in the final session to leave Australia reeling. Leading India in the absence of captain Rohit Sharma, Bumrah led from the front as he dismissed three of Australia's top four batters.

Jasprit Bumrah Wife Sanjana Ganesan Drops Unmissable Reaction On Star's Sensational Spell In Perth: "Greater Booty..."

Stand-in India captain Jasprit Bumrah's wife Sanjana Ganesan shared a hilarious post on her Instagram story, praising her husbang following his sensation spell against Australia on Day 1 of the 1st Test in Perth. Bumrah, who is leading the team in the absence of Rohit, brought India back into the contest after the hosts were bowled out for a meagre total of 150, after the pacer opted to bat first. Bumrah was the star of the day with exceptional figures of 4/17, which left Australia reeling at 67/7, still trailing India by 83 runs.

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Australia Great Slams Usman Khawaja Over Opening Tactic In Perth Test

1st Test: India In Complete Control As Australia Struggle To 12/3 At Stumps On Day 3

Centurions Jaiswal, Kohli wear down Australia as India eye big win

"Gautam Gambhir Always...": Yet Another India Youngster Reveals Coach's Words Of Inspiration

Jasprit Bumrah Equals Kapil Dev For Monumental Feat In Indian Cricket With Fifer vs Australia

India vs Australia: Jasprit Bumrah Gifts Steve Smith 'Unwanted Career First' In Perth Test

Jasprit Bumrah's Wonder-Spell Stuns Wasim Akram, Pakistan Great Can't Keep Calm In Commentary Box

Jasprit Bumrah Wife Sanjana Ganesan Drops Unmissable Reaction On Star's Sensational Spell In Perth: "Greater Booty..."