Australia secured a convincing 184-run victory over India in the third Test, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. The win was marked by a solid all-round performance, as India’s batting order struggled under pressure during the second innings.
Veteran players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were dismissed early, leaving India in a tough spot at 33-3 by lunch on the final day. Although the middle order made a valiant attempt to stabilize the innings, they ultimately fell short, allowing the Australian bowlers to seize the moment and finish the match.
Australia’s bowlers, particularly the pace attack, consistently applied pressure throughout the innings, claiming key wickets at critical junctures. This victory places Australia in a strong position as they head into the next match, with the series now finely balanced.
The defeat leaves India with significant areas to improve as they prepare to rebound in the next Test. With the series standing at 2-1, the upcoming matches promise to be fiercely contested by both teams.