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IndiaThe batting line-up faced the first challenges on Day 1 of the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). captain jasprit bumrah, replacing Rohit Sharmachose to bat first. However, the decision appeared to backfire before Australia’s bowlers, led by Mitchell Starc i Scott Bolandtook advantage of the conditions to baffle the
Virat Kohli and Gill try for stabilization
indian openers, Yashasvi Jaiswal i KL Rahul. Both fell cheaply, leaving India at a precarious 17/2 in the first hour of play. With early dismissals, India backed up Virat Kohli i Shubman Gill to stabilize inputs. Kohli survived a controversial catch attempt Steve Smith of Boland’s bowling on the first ball he faced. The third umpire ruled it out, giving Kohli a crucial lifeline. The duo stitched a cautious 40-run partnership, countering Australia’s disciplined attack. However, the partnership’s momentum was cut short in the final before lunch.
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Heated exchange with Steve Smith and fall of Gill
The 25th is over, shot by Nathan Lyonhe watched as he shot himself. Gill defended Lyon’s fifth delivery and took his time to set up the next ball, touching the pitch and stretching it towards the lunch break. A visibly irritated Smith, who showed up at first slip, expressed his frustration, yelling:
“That’s silly. Right, let’s play”
Gill, impatient, answered with a sharp retort:
— Take your time, Smithy; no one tells you anything”
The verbal exchange briefly interrupted play, with Marnus Labuschagne teaming up with Smith, trying to baffle Gill. Tension on the field rose as the players exchanged heated words and laughter, underscoring the fierce rivalry between the two sides.
On the next delivery, Lyon bowled a slightly short ball outside off. Gill, possibly distracted by the exchange with Smith, attempted an ambitious shot, charging downfield. The ball caught and turned, catching the outside edge of Gill’s bat, and flew straight to Smith at first slip.
Smith gleefully took the catch and celebrated by aiming at Gill and making a spirited dismissal. Gill’s dismissal for 20 off 64 balls left India reeling at 57/3 as the players headed to lunch. Smith’s fiery reaction and perfectly orchestrated dismissal became a talking point of the session, symbolizing Australia’s aggressive approach.
Here is the video:
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India’s struggles after Gill’s dismissal against Australia
After Gill’s dismissal for 20 off Nathan Lyon, India’s batting woes deepened on Day 1 of the fifth Test in Sydney. At 57/3 at lunch, India faced mounting pressure from Australia’s disciplined bowling attack. Kohli and Rishabh pants he tried to stabilize the innings but could not establish substantial associations. Kohli departed for 17, caught by Beau Webster off Boland, leaving India at 72/4. Pant’s 40-ball 98 fightback ended when Boland claimed his fourth wicket, sparking a mini-collapse. Nitish Kumar Reddy fell for a golden duck off the next ball, leaving India reeling at 120/6. Ravindra Jadeja’s unbeaten 15 off 79 deliveries was the only resistance as India struggled to 121/6 in 58 overs in the third session so far.
