Opting to bat on a lively green-top, India struggled against Josh Hazlewood (4/29) and Mitchell Starc (2/14), managing only 150 runs in 49.4 overs. Debutant Nitish Reddy (41) and Rishabh Pant (37) offered brief resistance, but the top order, including Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, faltered under relentless pressure.
In reply, Bumrah dismantled Australia’s batting lineup with lethal precision, reducing them to 67/7 by stumps. Harshit Rana made an impressive debut, claiming Travis Head’s wicket, while Mohammed Siraj’s aggression yielded two vital scalps, including Marnus Labuschagne.
The seaming conditions and variable bounce created chaos, resulting in 17 wickets falling on Day 1. With the match finely poised, India will look to strengthen their position on Day 2, aiming for a decisive lead.
