IND vs AUS 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: AUS 12/3 at Stumps (Target 534); Jasprit Bumrah Takes 2 Wickets!

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That's it from us for today. India go to stumps totally in control. Tune in tomorrow for the crucial fourth day. Can India wrap it up tomorrow?

IND vs AUS Live Updates: Labuschagne OUT!

Australia are now three down at the end of Day 3. Marnus Labuschagne is sent packing for just 3 runs, dismissed lbw by Jasprit Bumrah. Labuschagne reviewed, but the decision stood. Bumrah's accurate delivery trapped him in front of the stumps, leaving Australia at 9/3 and their batting line-up in further disarray. The day's play concludes with India firmly in control, having reduced Australia to a precarious position.

Marnus Labuschagne 3(5) lbw b Bumrah

AUS 12/3 in 4.2 overs (Target 534)

Live updates from Perth: Cummins OUT!

CAUGHT!Mohammed Siraj strikes as Australia's night-watchman experiment fails miserably. Pat Cummins, visibly fatigued after bowling over 20 overs, lacked the footwork to counter Siraj's sharp delivery. A tentative push resulted in a thick edge, comfortably taken by Virat Kohli at second slip. Cummins departs for just 2 runs, leaving Australia at 9/2 early on. Siraj's energy and accuracy exposed Cummins' vulnerability, further boosting India's commanding position in the match.

Pat Cummins 2(8) c Kohli b Siraj

AUS 9/2 in 3.1 overs (Target 534)

IND vs AUS Live: MacSweeney OUT!

Jasprit Bumrah wastes no time making an impact as he removes debutant Nathan McSweeney for a duck in the very first over. A lethal inswinging delivery trapped McSweeney plumb in front, leaving the debutant stunned. McSweeney, under immense pressure from Bumrah's precision, failed to settle, as India struck early to kickstart their defence in style. The perfect start for Bumrah and India, showcasing why he's a match-winner in any conditions.

AUS 0/1 in 0.4 overs (Target 534)

AUS vs IND Live: Century for Virat!

Virat Kohli has marked a sensational comeback with a fatntastic Test century, silencing critics after a challenging year. He reached the landmark with a boundary off Labuschagne, displaying immense grit and class throughout his innings. Kohli's ton has been pivotal in India's charge, complemented by Nitish Kumar Reddy's brisk contributions. The crowd erupted in jubilation as Kohli raised his bat, cementing his place as one of cricket's modern greats with this masterful knock.

India declare their innings immediately after.

IND 487/6 (declared) (Leading by 533 runs)

IND vs AUS 1st Test, Perth

India's innings has entered full T20 mode with Virat Kohli and Nitish Kumar Reddy piling on quick runs. Kohli, unbeaten on 94, is inching closer to his first Test century in 16 months, peppering the boundaries with exquisite pulls and sweeps.

Reddy's explosive 36 off 22 balls, including a towering six off Labuschagne, has added flair to the onslaught. With just less than an hour left in the day, India may wait for Kohli to reach his milestone before deciding on a declaration, aiming to cross the 500-run mark.

IND 478/6 in 133 overs (Leading by 524 runs)

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Nitish Kumar Reddy injected fresh momentum with a series of boundary-laden strokes, thrilling the crowd. He hammered three consecutive fours off Mitchell Marsh in the 129th over, showcasing power and precision. Virat Kohli joined the fireworks, smashing a majestic six off Nathan Lyon, keeping India's scoring rate brisk. With Reddy racing to 25 off just 14 balls and Kohli steady at 77*, India surged to 448/6. The flurry of runs indicates a declaration may be imminent as the lead balloons.

Perth Test Day 3 Live Score: Sundar OUT!

BOWLED! Nathan Lyon broke the 84-run stand, dismissing Washington Sundar for 29 with a beauty. Sundar attempted an uncharacteristic wild swing but missed, and the ball rattled his stumps. His disciplined 94-ball knock, featuring a solitary six, provided vital support to Virat Kohli, who remains steady at 67*. Lyon's persistence finally paid off, rewarding him with his second wicket of the innings. India now stands at 409/6, firmly in control with a towering lead, as they look to push further ahead.

Washington Sundar 29(94) b Lyon

IND 410/6 in 125.5 overs (Leading by 456 runs)

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Virat Kohli showcased his class, reaching 66 with exquisite timing, including a crisp cover drive and deft placements. His partnership with Washington Sundar (26*) has extended India's dominance as the lead surpasses 450.

Sundar continues to play the patient anchor role, offering solid support. Mitchell Marsh provided brief relief for Australia but couldn't break the stand. With Kohli rotating strike efficiently and punishing loose deliveries, India's declaration seems imminent as they eye a substantial target to pile pressure on the Aussies.

IND 406/5 in 125 overs (Leading by 452 runs)

AUS vs IND Perth Test Live Score

Virat Kohli continues to steady India's innings, moving to 56 with calculated aggression, including a well-timed slog sweep off Nathan Lyon. His partnership with Washington Sundar has been measured, with Sundar showing resilience in his 20 off 81 balls. The duo has ensured India's lead builds methodically, pushing Australia into a defensive mindset. Lyon and Starc have toiled hard, but the disciplined battingfrom the pair has blunted their efforts, as India edge closer to a possible declaration.

IND 390/5 in 122 overs (Leading by 436 runs)

India vs Australia Live Score: Kohli Reaches 50!

Virat Kohli brings up a well-earned half-century, his innings marked by patience and precision. He reached the milestone with a neatly clipped three off Pat Cummins, drawing applause for his controlled performance. This knock highlights Kohli's adaptability on a challenging surface, balancing resilience against spin and pace. His steady contribution anchors India's innings as they continue to extend their lead. The hallmark of this fifty has been Kohli's ability to rotate strike and punish loose deliveries effectively.

IND 384/5 in 117 overs (Leading by 430 runs)

Virat Kohli 52* (94)

Washington Sundar 18* (62)

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Virat Kohli edges closer to a half-century with a composed innings, mixing solid defence with opportunistic runs. He survived a testing delivery from Lyon that spun sharply through the gate for four byes, while also collecting a streaky boundary off Cummins with an inside edge. Washington Sundar remains watchful at the other end, resisting Lyon's turn and bounce. The pair's steady partnership is gradually building India's lead, keeping the Australian bowlers at bay.

IND 375//5 in 114 overs (Leading by 421 runs)

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Virat Kohli continues to rotate the strike effectively, using soft hands and quick running between the wickets. His controlled approach ensures the scoreboard keeps moving, frustrating the Australian bowlers. A stylish three off Hazlewood and singles off Lyon highlight his intent to anchor the innings while keeping pressure on the field. Kohli's calculated gameplay steadies India's charge as the lead crosses 400.

IND 358/5 in 108 overs (Leading by 404 runs)

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Virat Kohli shows his class with an audacious six off Mitchell Starc, carving a short and wide delivery over the slip cordon. Reminiscent of his heroics in 2018, this shot highlights his ability to innovate under pressure. The crowd erupts as Kohli signals his intent to accelerate, keeping India still in control.

IND 334/5 in 101 overs (Leading by 380 runs)

Live updates from Perth: Jurel OUT!!

Pat Cummins claims Dhruv Jurel's wicket with a well-directed delivery angling into the stumps. Jurel attempted a leg-side flick but missed, resulting in an LBW decision upheld after India's review confirmed no bat involved. A vital breakthrough for Australia as Cummins adds pressure on India with his precision.

Dhruv Jurel 1(6) lbw b Cummins

IND 321/5 in 96.3 overs (Leading by 367 runs)

IND vs AUS Live: Pant OUT!!

Nathan Lyon dismisses Rishabh Pant for a rare failure in Australia, out for 19. Pant's attempted forward push against an 86 kph off-break led to a misbalance, leaving him stranded as Carey completed an easy stumping. A clever piece of bowling from Lyon, exploiting drift and turn. Australia sensing a chance to claw back.

Rishabh Pant 1(4) st Carey b Lyon

AUS vs IND Live: Jaiswal OUT!!

Yashasvi Jaiswal's magnificent innings comes to an end at 161 off 297 balls. Mitchell Marsh strikes with a short, wide delivery that Jaiswal slashes straight to point, gifting Australia a breakthrough. The crowd rises in appreciation as Jaiswal, after 15 boundaries and 3 sixes, walks off to a standing ovation. India now at 314/3, still firmly in control.

Yashasvi Jaiswal 161(297) c Smith b Marsh

IND 314/3 in 94 over (Leading 360 runs)

IND vs AUS 1st Test, Perth

Yashasvi Jaiswal reaches 150 with a sublime on-drive off Mitchell Starc, his fourth Test century conversion into a big score. India stands strong at 288/2, showcasing Jaiswal's consistency and composure. Virat Kohli, cautious at the crease, has moved to 4 off 12. Josh Hazlewood continues to maintain pressure, delivering a tidy maiden in the 89th over as Australia seeks further breakthroughs.

IND 288/2 in 89 overs

India vs Australia 1st Test Live Score: Padikkal OUT!

Josh Hazlewood strikes with the new ball to remove Devdutt Padikkal for 25. Bowling round the wicket, Hazlewood pitched it full outside off, drawing a tentative forward push. Padikkal edged it to Steve Smith at second slip, who completed a clean catch. This early breakthrough on Day 3 gives Australia a glimmer of hope as India looks dominant.

Devdutt Padikkal 25(71) c Smith b Hazlewood

IND275/2 in 85 overs (Leading by 321 runs)

Perth Test Day 3 Live Score: IND 275/1 in 84 overs at Lunch

Lunch on Day 3! 5 sessions led by Indians on the bounce.

Another dominant session for the visitors as they have a lead of 321 runs against Australia. In 84 overs, Team India have reached 275 runs for the loss of KL Rahul's wicket. Rahul scored 77 before getting dismissed in that morning session, he thoroughly deserved a ton here but his innings was ended by Starc. But Yashasvi Jaiswal - the 22-year-old - slammed a memorable ton on his first Test in Australia. The left-handed batter has dominated Aussie bowlers like a boss.

IND 275/1 in 84 overs at Lunch

IND vs AUS Live Score From Day 3

The second new ball has been taken by Australia. The hosts will be eyeing wickets now but Indians are looking for quick runs. The partnership between Jaiswal and Padikkal is now worth 66 off 115 balls. In the last 10 overs, the Indians have scored 40 runs and haven't lost any wicket.

IND - 267/1 in 82 overs, lead by 313 runs

IND vs AUS 1st Test Day 3 Live Updates

India have reached 247/1 in 78 overs and their lead is nearing the 300-run mark. Runs are coming in quickly for the Indians now as the Aussies have resorted to go with spinners. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal looking to grind the Aussies further but the second new ball is due in two overs and the hosts are going to take it immediately.

IND - 247/1 in 78 overs, lead by 293

India have reached 220/1 in 69 overs and their lead has now reached 266.

Yashasvi Jaiswal - 155* & Devdutt Padikkal - 5* are looking to forge a partnership for the second wicket.

IND vs AUS 1st Test Day 3 Live Updates

Since 2001, only THREE visiting batters reached their Test century with a six in Australia:

1. Rahul Dravid, Adelaide 2003
2. Chris Gayle, WACA 2009
3. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Perth 2024

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Record Partnership!

KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal's stand of 201 in Perth is the highest by an Indian opening pair on Australian soil. They surpassed 38-year-old record of 191 runs set by Sunil Gavaskar and Krishnamachari Srikkanth at Sydney in 1986.

KL Rahul departs after gritty knock

Wicket! KL Rahul gets caught behind for 77 off Mitchell Starc. A memorable and record-breaking partnership between Rahul and Jaiswal has finally been broken. Australia have achieved the breakthrough they were hoping for. A little anti-climactic for the Indian batter as he too deserved a three-figure knock.

India - 201/1 in 63 overs.

IND vs AUS Perth Test Live Score

Century! Yashasvi Jaiswal completed his century with a six and became only the third Indian batter after Sunil Gavaskar and ML Jaisimha to slam tons in the first Test on Australian soil. Take a bow young man!

IND vs AUS 1st Test Day 3 Live Updates

Hello and welcome to the live updates of Day 3 of the Perth Test between India and Australia. The Indian openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul - the overnight batters - have resume batting and the visitors are looking to frustrate and grill the Aussie bowlers. In the second over of the day, Rahul and Jaiswal hit Mitchell Starc for a boundary each to clear their intentions. But they will have to be watchful at the same time this is the first session of the day.

IND vs AUS 1st Test Day 2: India Dominate

That's Stumps! What a day it turned out to be for Team India!

Indian openers go unbeaten at the close of play on Day 2. Clearly, India's day as they dominate all three sessions by a big difference. India reach 172/0 in 57 overs and lead Australia by 218 runs. Not every day you see a visiting team's openers sharing a 150-plus stand under challenging Australian pitches.

Jaiswal - 90* off 193 balls (7x4s, 2x6s) | Rahul - 62 off 153 balls (4x4s). This is the first innings in 38 years when both the openers notched up 50s on Australian soil together for India.

Not a single Aussie bowler could manage to break the defence of Indian openers as opposition captain Pat Cummins tried every bowling combination.

1st Test Day 2 Live Score

Yashasvi Jaiswal is batting on 89* while KL Rahul is unbeaten on 62*. India's lead has swollen to 217 runs against Australia. The day's play seems to have been extended by another 30 minutes as the scheduled time for stumps was 2:50 pm but we have gone well past that.

IND - 171/0 in 56 overs, lead by 217 runs