Day 4 of the first Test in between Australia and India India batter at Perth Stadium on Monday (25 November). Dhruv Jurel stole the limelight with an extraordinary catch and denied Australia Mitchell Starc.
Dhruv Jurel’s sensational catch leaves the crowd in awe
Jurel showed his lightning quick reflexes in the 54th over of Australia’s second innings, when the Indian spinner Washington Sundar He delivered a spin ball which Starc tried to stick on the side. However, the shot went behind the short-leg Jurel, who extended his right hand to scoop the ball out of the air. The incredible catch sent the Indian players into jubilant celebration. Starc departed for 12 off 35 balls as Sundar claimed his wicket.
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While Jurel’s athletic grip was one of the highlights of the match, Sundar’s contribution was instrumental in India’s dominance. In Australia’s second innings, Sundar scored two crucial wickets that were instrumental in keeping the pressure on the hosts.
Earlier, with the bat, Sundar’s 29 runs off 94 balls were crucial in India’s second innings. Not a big score, but the 25-year-old’s stamina and vital partnership Virat Kohli Helping India post a difficult result, the team set the stage for their victory.
Also READ: Fans erupt as Jasprit Bumrah-led Team India beat Australia by 295 runs in Perth Test.
A heroic bowling performance by Jasprit Bumrah
Chasing a target of 534, Australia wilted under India’s relentless onslaught and were bowled out for just 238 runs in their second innings. Head of Travis He was the lone warrior for the home side, top scoring with a brave 89 off 101 balls. Despite his efforts, Australia were bowled out by 295 runs.
Indian captain jasprit bumrah produced a stellar performance claiming eight wickets in both innings. His brilliance earned him the Player of the Match award. With this dominant win, India took a crucial 1-0 lead in the five-match Test series. The team will look to build on that momentum as they aim for series glory, while Australia will need to regroup and strategize to make a comeback in the upcoming Tests.
