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India vs Australia LIVE Updates, 3rd Test Day 2: Mohammed Siraj and Nitish Reddy continued India’s hunt for wickets after India pace talisman Jasprit Bumrah gave the visitiors the perfect start in the first half an hour of Day 2, as he sent both Australia openers back to the dugout. Usman Khawaja couldn’t move his feet, facing a peach of a delivery by Bumrah, and ended up getting an easy catch behind the stumps to Rishabh Pant. In his next over, Bumrah removed Khawaja’s opening partner McSweeney too, this time getting him caught in the slips as India rejoiced an excellent start to the opening session. On Day 1, only 13.2 overs of play were possible on Day 1 after Rohit Sharma had put Australia in to bat. Thought the forecast remains mixed, much more action is expected to unfold today than yesterday. (LIVE SCORECARD)
06:33 (IST)
IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2 LIVE: Bumrah’s staggering numbers
Here are Jasprit Bumrah’s incredible numbers against the Australia openers so far in the series:
Khawaja: Inns 4 | Outs 3 | Avg 5.7
McSweeney: Inns 5 | Outs 4 | Avg 3.0
06:28 (IST)
IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2 LIVE: Cheap runs
Siraj puts in a bouncer, but that’s way too high for both Steve Smith and wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant. Goes over and away for 5 wides.
AUS 62/2 (27)
06:26 (IST)
IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2 LIVE: Best time for India to bowl?
The overcast conditions from the previous day, coupled with the ball still doing a bit, may mean that this is India’s best opportunity to strike with the ball today. Marnus Labuschagne still looks quite uncomfortable at the crease.
06:23 (IST)
IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2 LIVE: Nitish Reddy from the other end
Both Bumrah and Akash Deep have moved over, as Nitish Kumar Reddy joins Mohammed Siraj in the pace attack. Smith and Labuschagne continue to look uncomfortable.
06:20 (IST)
IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2 LIVE: Sharp stuff by Siraj
Marnus Labuschagne did not look comfortable the entire over, with the ball swinging back in every time he tried to leave. The last ball crashes against his pads, big appeal, but umpire shakes his head.
06:17 (IST)
IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2 LIVE: First bowling change!
The fiery early morning spell by Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep are done. Here comes Mohammed Siraj now, against a vociferous Australian crowd. Virat Kohli gets into the act, amps up the crowd as well!
06:09 (IST)
IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2 LIVE: No Change For India Yet
Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep continue to bowl full steam in the morning sessions. The manner in which they’ve troubled Australian batters has prevented skipper Rohit from making a change. But, for how long?
06:02 (IST)
India vs Australia Live: Bumrah’s Peach To Dismiss Khawaja
Here’s how Jasprit Bumrah got the better of Usman Khawaja…
Jasprit Bumrah looks at his devastating best!
He gets Usman Khawaja early on Day Two. #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/X7sj8lyIIv
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 15, 2024
06:00 (IST)
India vs Australia Live: Shaky Steve Smith Just Surviving
Steve Smith hasn’t looked comfortable at all this morning. Be it against Bumrah or Akash Deep, the veteran Australian batter has struggled to read the line and behaviour of the ball well. On the commentary, Harbhajan Singh doesn’t think he would last for long.
05:47 (IST)
IND vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2 LIVE: Bumrah Strikes Again, India Rejoice
WICKET! For the fourth time in McSweeney’s 3-Test career, Jasprit Bumrah sends him packing. Excellent start for India, all thanks to Bumrah, as he gets the second opener too. Rohit delighted.
05:44 (IST)
India vs Australia Live: Rohit’s Field Placements Under Scanner
The visuals on the broadcast have shown Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma engaging in plenty of conversations regarding field placements. India could’ve had a couple of more catching opportunities if the fielders were placed accordingly. The team just has to prevent newcomer Labuschagne from getting settled in the middle.
05:34 (IST)
India vs Australia Live: Bumrah With A Big Breakthrough
WICKET!!!! Jasprit Bumrah, you beauty. Usman Khawaja once again departs to the Indian talismanic pacer. India have the much-needed breakthrough early on Day 2, and it’s none other than the team’s biggest magician doing the damage.
05:29 (IST)
India vs Australia 3rd Test Live: Bumrah With A Big LBW Shout
Nice shout for LBW by Jasprit Bumrah and other close-in fielders but the umpire is unmoved. Skipper Rohit did consult with wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant but decided to not go for a DRS. Bumrah looking good this morning.
05:26 (IST)
India vs Australia Live: Bumrah’s Intense Chat With Gambhir, Rohit, Morkel
Visuals from this morning suggested that Bumrah had a lengthy chat with captain Rohit, head coach Gautam Gambhir and bowling coach Morne Morkel ahead of the start of the match. India seems to have come up with a strategy. But for now, we’ll have to wait.
05:23 (IST)
India vs Australia 3rd Test, Day 2 Live: We Are Underway!
Akash Deep is the first bowler to begin India’s action with the ball on Day 2. It’s a mix of clouds and the Sun in the sky at the moment. We should get the most of 98.4 overs today, if not all. Akash Deep finishes his first over of the day with one no-ball.
05:18 (IST)
India vs Australia 3rd Test Live: Overcast Conditions Back In Brisbane
According to the ground staff, the covers were removed from the venue at about 6:30 AM (local time) this morning. The wicket did get some sunlight but, at present, the conditions are overcast. However, we are set to have a timely start. Stay tuned for live updates…
05:09 (IST)
India vs Australia 3rd Test Live: Sun Shinning, Play To Begin Shortly
The Sun is shinning at The Gabba and cricket lovers have a lot to rejoice. We could have a bright start this morning. Fingers crossed for the remainder of the day to remain like this.
The Weather is great & the sun is shining at the Gabba. (Vimal Kumar).
– Good news for fans..!!!! pic.twitter.com/4hf8NPuaXL
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) December 14, 2024
05:01 (IST)
India vs Australia Live: Will Rohit’s Decision To Bowl First Backfire?
The Indian bowlers did struggle for rhythm before the first rain break yesterday but looked better after conditions changed a little. But, there just wasn’t an opportunity to bowl more for Jasprit Bumrah and others. Rohit Sharma’s decision to bowl first also came under the microscope. It would be interesting to see how the bowlers start off today.
04:50 (IST)
India vs Australia 3rd Test Day 2 Live: The Sun Is Out
The Sun has started to show its mercy at The Gabba in Brisbane this morning and we could have a timely start if the conditions stay the same. The cloud cover at the venue, however, does scare everyone. But, at least the start of the game could be timely.
The sun’s been an absolute tease this morning, playing hard to get amidst the concerning cloud cover that remains over the Gabba. The forecasts are confusing but things looking good for a timely start to Day 2 #AusvInd pic.twitter.com/BPvmR26jSF
— Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) December 14, 2024
04:41 (IST)
India vs Australia 3rd Test Day 2 Live: We Are In For An Early Start
Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the Day 2 of the third Test between India and Australia in Brisbane. Though there remains rain threat today as well, the forecast looks a little better than yesterday. Since about 76 overs were lost on Day 1, the match is set to start half an hour early today. We can have the first ball being bowled at 5:20 AM IST. But, only if the weather gods permit.
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