Team India delivered a commanding performance in the first Test against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth, securing a resounding 295-run victory. The match witnessed exceptional individual contributions from Jasprit Bumrah, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Virat Kohli, highlighting India’s dominance in both bowling and batting departments.
Bowlers shine in low-scoring first innings
The Test began with bowlers ruling the roost. India’s first innings was cut short at 150 runs, with debutant Nitish Reddy top-scoring with 41. Josh Hazlewood was lethal with the ball, claiming 4/29 and receiving strong support from Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon.
Australia fared no better in their first innings, folding for just 104 runs. Bumrah was the star of the show, claiming a sensational 5/30, while Harshit Rana’s 3/48 further dented the Australian lineup. Starc’s 26 was the only notable resistance from the hosts.
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli lead India’s charge
India turned the tide in their second innings with a marathon batting effort. Young opener Jaiswal anchored the innings with a sublime 161 off 297 balls, showcasing impeccable patience and stroke play. KL Rahul (77) laid a solid foundation alongside Jaiswal before Kohli added the finishing touch with an unbeaten 100 off 143 deliveries. India declared their innings at 487/6, setting Australia a mammoth target of 534 runs.
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Australian resistance falls short
Australia’s second innings started with intent but crumbled under the relentless pressure of India’s bowlers. Travis Head put up a valiant fight with a counter-attacking 89, but the lack of partnerships hindered the hosts’ chase.
Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj claimed three wickets apiece, while Rana also chipped in with crucial breakthroughs. Australia were bowled out for 238, handing India a thumping victory.
Here is how fans reacted:
𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧. 𝗔. 𝗪𝗜𝗡! 👏 👏
A dominating performance by #TeamIndia to seal a 295-run victory in Perth to take a 1-0 lead in the series! 💪 💪
This is India’s biggest Test win (by runs) in Australia. 🔝
Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/gTqS3UPruo#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/Kx0Hv79dOU
— BCCI (@BCCI) November 25, 2024
India storms to a commanding victory at Perth! 🇮🇳🔥 Jasprit Bumrah leads from the front, with Virat and Yashasvi shining with their batting brilliance and experience. The team played as one unstoppable force, and kudos to Nitish Reddy for a memorable Test debut! @BCCI 🏏👏 #BGT… pic.twitter.com/haV9nc4lY4
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) November 25, 2024
Now that’s how to play in Australia .. Brilliant team display by India .. #AUSvIND
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 25, 2024
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s innings will be remembered for a lifetime—what a remarkable feat at just 22 in the Australian conditions.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) November 25, 2024
It wasn’t meant to be like this for Australia. But as India learnt recently, the best laid plans can go awry. Australia have many questions to answer before Adelaide, especially with the batting. But that…..is another day.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 25, 2024
Australia has a long tradition of going after the head of the snake i.e. the captain of the opposition. This time, the head of the snake went after them, and they didn’t know where to hide. #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/7VGJQLIqjP
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) November 25, 2024
Yet another famous win, 16 years later! 🤩🔥#Sweet16 #WhistleForIndia 🥳🇮🇳
📸 : @BCCI pic.twitter.com/defJAO0Dpn— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) November 25, 2024
INDIA – TOP OF THE TABLE IN WTC 🏆
The hunt begins for Lords, 2025. pic.twitter.com/Ou6cp2WpPr
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) November 25, 2024
Travis Head congratulated Virat Kohli after India registered their biggest ever Test win in Australia 🇮🇳🔥🔥#AUSvIND #tapmad #DontStopStreaming #CatchEveryMatch pic.twitter.com/JXxG3RvYRk
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) November 25, 2024
some wickets will always feel personal 🙂 pic.twitter.com/nFyltk1uDM
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) November 25, 2024
Jasprit Bumrah walks off with a stump after posting his first Test win as captain. He could have taken the ball, the pitch & the Perth Stadium with him if he wanted. A special performance by the future long-term Test captain #AusvInd pic.twitter.com/92vaI14lgI
— Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) November 25, 2024
𝐎𝐏 performance at the Optus Stadium 😉🤩#BharatArmy #AUSvIND #BGT #COTI🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/SihrXDS97w
— The Bharat Army (@thebharatarmy) November 25, 2024
DONE & DUSTED ✅😎
India take the lead in the BGT 1-0! 😍#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/tPjxmebKip
— SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) November 25, 2024
