India was bowled out for 185 runs in their first innings, but the visiting bowlers made a strong impact at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, restricting Australia and securing a first-innings lead.
Australia managed to score only 181 runs in 51 overs, losing all their wickets. This gave India a slim 4-run lead after their own first innings.
Starting the second day's play at 9 for 1, Australia's batters struggled against India's relentless pace attack. Marnus Labuschagne, who remained unbeaten overnight, was dismissed for just 2 runs early in the morning.
Sam Constas tried to build a partnership with Steven Smith but was dismissed by Mohammed Siraj after scoring 23 runs. Siraj also removed Travis Head, leaving Australia reeling at 39 for 4.
Smith and Beau Webster then attempted to stabilize the innings with a 55-run partnership, giving Australia some hope. However, Smith departed for 33, triggering another collapse in the Australian batting lineup.
The middle and lower-order batters failed to capitalize, with only Beau Webster showing resilience. He scored a crucial 57 runs off 105 balls, keeping Australia in the match despite India's slim lead.
Thanks to the heroics of India's pace duo, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, India managed to take control of the game, albeit with a narrow advantage.
