The much awaited first ode in between Australia and India It started with fireworks from the hosts’ fast bowlers at the Optus Stadium in Perth. After winning the toss, the Australian captain Mitchell bat First, bowl on a green surface – a move that pays immediate dividends. India’s top order crumbled under the relentless pace and drive of the Aussie Deamers, losing three wickets for just 25 runs.
The early loss included an experienced pair Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohliboth are returning to the Oi Setup after a long hiatus. Rohit managed just eight runs without falling Josh HazlewoodKohli endured a nightmare turn, dismissed for a duck.
Cooper Connolly’s brilliance stuns the Perth crowd as Virat Kohli goes for a duck
The moment of the shots came in the seventh, when Mitchell Starc A trademark delivery was made outside off stump. Kohli, looking to assert himself early, went for a drive away from his body. The ball took a thick outside edge that flew towards backward point Cooper Connolly It definitely pulled off a stunner.
A diving full-length to his left, Connolly to his left took the ball over the turf and slotted it to perfection. The Perth crowd erupted as Starc, Kohli celebrated the precious wicket. The Australian players, who were in full control of the proceedings, and the Australian players were denied India left. The spectacular catch quickly went viral with Connolly’s sports and reflexology fans and experts alike.
Here is the video:
Virat Kohli goes for a duck!#Auswind pic.twitter.com/cg9gbcmrae
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Odi, a poor starter for Rohit and Kohli, is back
Both Rohit and Kohli returned to the bottom of India’s ODIs Shubman GillThe captain who last played in the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this year. Their return did not go as planned. Rohit started with a stylish boundary but failed to capitalise, Kohli’s dismissal without work adding to India’s early woes.
The duo, who led India’s batting far apart, looked rhythmic on the lively Perth pitch. Their failure raised early concerns about India’s ability to handle Australia’s PACE attack, especially after a long absence from international cricket.
Rain stops, India struggling at 37/3
As the game entered the 12th over, the Indian middle-order got a much-needed breather as the rain intervened. During stoppage, Shreyas Iyer (6)* and Akhar Patel (7)* were struggling to rebuild shots. Captain Gill, dismissed in the third innings, managed only 10 runs without falling Nathan Ellis.
When they play, India will aim to stabilize their innings (currently 37/3) and something competitive. Meanwhile, buoyed by Fiery starters and Connolly’s Screamer, Australia will be keen to continue the dominance and cup India cheaply.
