India vs. Australia, Fourth Test: Exciting Day 4 Action at MCG Features Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Marnus Labuschagne Shining

Australia and India maintained their struggle for supremacy in the fourth Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024–25, making for another exciting day at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). On Day 4, Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammed Siraj, and Jasprit Bumrah were the standout players that kept cricket fans on the edge of their seats.

With a commanding 333-run advantage at the end of the day, Australia set up an exciting finish.

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Crucial Wickets Help Mohammed Siraj Redeem Himself

Following a lacklustre first innings, Mohammed Siraj settled into a groove and produced an outstanding spell on Day 4.

The Indian speedster claimed three wickets, including the vital removals of Steve Smith and Usman Khawaja.

India was able to recover in the match thanks to Siraj’s ability to create movement and keep a steady line that bothered the Australian hitters.

Siraj’s comeback at a pivotal moment demonstrated the strength of India’s pace attack, which is still among the best in the world of cricket.

Jasprit Bumrah’s 200th Test Wicket Makes History

Jasprit Bumrah became the first bowler in cricket history to take 200 Test wickets at an average of less than 20, solidifying his place among the game’s finest pacers. His furious bursts, which included figures of 4/56 in the second innings, rocked Australia’s batting order.

Bumrah’s dismissal of Travis Head was his milestone wicket, demonstrating his unrelenting domination with the red ball.

Bumrah has bowled 52.4 overs in two innings during this match, which is a credit to his stamina and conditioning.

Despite giving up a lead in the first innings, his sharp bowling was a key contributor to India’s ability to remain competitive.

Australia’s Survival Is Due to Marnus Labuschagne’s Resilience

Despite the pandemonium, Marnus Labuschagne, Australia’s batting saviour, remained steadfast.

Labuschagne scored 70 crucial runs and recorded his second fifty of the game, riding his luck with a couple missed catches and near misses.

His collaboration with Nathan Lyon and Pat Cummins was crucial in helping Australia surpass 300 runs.

Labuschagne’s ability to remain composed under duress once more demonstrated his worth to the Australian batting lineup, particularly in trying circumstances when facing a strong Indian attack.

India’s Fielding Problems: A Difficult Day for Yashasvi Jaiswal

After missing three crucial catches that proved costly for India, Yashasvi Jaiswal had a forgettable day in the field.

He let Cummins get away with it later and lost the chance to fire Labuschagne early.

Australia was able to increase their lead thanks to these mistakes, which put further strain on India’s bowlers and captain Rohit Sharma.

India’s valiant first innings Maintain Hopes

India produced several brilliant moments even though they were behind 105 runs at the end of the first innings.

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s elegant 82 and Nitish Reddy’s outstanding 114 demonstrated the team’s batting depth. With a crucial half-century of his own, Washington Sundar also helped India to a respectable 369 against Australia’s 474.

Lower Order Annoys India as Scott Boland and Nathan Lyon Glow

Although it appeared that India would easily finish Australia’s innings, Nathan Lyon (41* off 54) and Scott Boland (10* off 65), the last two wickets, had other ideas. Important runs were added by their unyielding combination at the tenth wicket, confounding the Indian bowlers and extending Australia’s lead into more dominant territory.

With the bat, Lyon, who is more renowned for his bowling ability, showed remarkable guts and commitment.

He made sure, along with Boland, that the Australian tail waggled long enough to make India’s job in the fourth innings seem overwhelming.

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Expectations for Day 5

With one wicket remaining and Australia leading by 333 runs, Day 5 is sure to be an exciting match.

The target will continue to be a formidable obstacle for the Indian hitters even though the pitch at MCG is beginning to ease down.

If India wants to chase the target and level the series, a strong batting performance will be essential.

Australia’s brief scores are 474 and 228/9. (Jasprit Bumrah 4/56, Mohammed Siraj 3/66, Marcus Labuschagne 70)

India: 369 (Pat Cummins 3/89), Scott Boland 3/57, Yashasvi Jaiswal 82, and Nitish Reddy 114