India dominated the opening day of the Border-Gavaskar Test series against Australia in Perth, with 17 wickets falling in a day of intense cricket action. Stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah shone for India, claiming 4-17 to skittle Australia for 67-7 after India had been bowled out for 150 earlier in the day. Bumrah’s stellar performance was complemented by a strong bowling display from the Indian team, including Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana.
Virat Kohli, who has been under scrutiny for his recent form, fell early in the innings as Australia’s pace attack led by Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc wreaked havoc on the Indian batting line-up. Despite a valiant partnership between Rishabh Pant and Nitish Kumar Reddy, India struggled to post a competitive total.
Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne and Alex Carey tried to steer their team out of trouble, but the Indian bowlers continued to apply pressure and picked up crucial wickets. With Australia reeling at 67-7 at stumps, Starc acknowledged that there is plenty of work to be done for the hosts on a challenging pitch.
The match promises to be an exciting contest as both teams look to gain the upper hand in the series. The Indian bowlers will aim to continue their impressive performance in the remaining days of the Test, while Australia will be looking to bounce back and put up a stronger showing in their second innings.
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