Australia Defeat India by 184 Runs in Boxing Day Test Match
Australia defeated India by 184 runs in a thrilling finish to the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The match appeared to be heading for a draw as Rishabh Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal navigated a wicketless second session, leaving India at 121 for 3. However, Pant’s dismissal sparked a dramatic collapse, with India losing their last seven wickets for just 34 runs, ultimately bowing out for 155.
This victory gives Australia a 2-1 lead in the five-match series, setting the stage for a decisive final Test in Sydney starting January 3. Jaiswal was the standout performer for India, scoring 84 runs before his controversial dismissal by Pat Cummins. The collapse highlighted India’s struggles, as they failed to capitalize on their position and succumbed to the pressure from Australia’s bowlers. With this win, Australia not only secured crucial points in the ICC World Test Championship but also gained momentum heading into the final match. As both teams prepare for Sydney, India will need to regroup and find solutions to their batting woes if they hope to level the series and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.