During encounter in Perth Australia records second-lowest total at home against India
On Day 2 of the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test at Perth’s Optus Stadium, Australia recorded its second-lowest Test total against India at home, collapsing to 104 all out. This follows their lowest total of 83 in Melbourne back in 1981. India had previously been bowled out for 150 in their first innings, with debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy top-scoring with 41 runs.
Indian captain Jasprit Bumrah led the bowling attack, achieving his second five-wicket haul in Australia, dismissing key players including Nathan McSweeney and Steve Smith in quick succession. HarshitRana also made an impact, taking two wickets, including that of Travis Head. Resuming the day at 67/7, Australia lost wickets rapidly, with Bumrah claiming the final wicket of Alex Carey early on.
Despite a brief resistance from Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood, who provided some momentum, Australia ultimately folded for 104, handing India a 46-run lead. As India began their second innings with openers YashasviJaiswal and KL Rahul at the crease, they aimed to extend their advantage significantly. The match showcased India’s dominant bowling performance against a struggling Australian batting lineup.