IND vs AUS 1st Test Day 1 Highlights: Australia 67/7 at Stumps (Trail by 83 Runs); Jasprit Bumrah Takes 4 to Put Hosts in Trouble

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This is how the scoreboard looks like at the end of Day 1 of the India vs Australia 1st Test, Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.

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And we go to stumps, and Day 1 ends with Australia in deep trouble, finishing at 67/7. A tense final over saw Mitchell Starc almost edge one off Bumrah, but it dropped just short of the bowler.

The Aussies continue to struggle under relentless Indian pressure. With only the tail left, they face a daunting task tomorrow. India will be confident, knowing they've exposed Australia's fragile middle order.

Australia: 67/7 (27 overs)

Alex Carey 19* (28)

Mitchell Starc 6* (14)

IND vs AUS 1st Test, Perth: Cummins OUT!

CAUGHT!Jasprit Bumrah has struck immediately after the change of ends, claiming his fourth wicket with a brilliant delivery. Pat Cummins edged a full ball that angled in at off stump, and Rishabh Pant made no mistake behind the stumps. Australia is now 57/7, with Cummins falling for 3. The Indian bowlers, led by Bumrah, are continuing to dominate, and Australia's tail is exposed.

Pat Cummins 3(5) c Pant b Bumrah

Australia: 59/7

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After several tight overs, Alex Carey finally found some relief with two boundaries, including a fortunate clip that ran wide of the keeper to bring up Australia's 50. Despite the struggles, he is holding firm, now on 17 off 26 balls. Pat Cummins, on the other hand, has faced a nervy start, scoring just 1 from 3 balls.

Australia: 57/6 (24 overs)

India vs Australia Live Score: Labuschagne OUT!

Marnus Labuschagne's torturous innings finally ends as Mohammed Siraj traps him plumb in front for 2 off 52 balls. Falling across to a full delivery, Labuschagne reviewed but to no avail-replays showed it smashing leg stump. His painstaking stay, marked by uncharacteristic struggles to score, summed up Australia's woes. Siraj now has 2/17, keeping India in total control.

Marnus Labuschagne 2(52) lbw b Siraj

Australia: 47/6 (21 overs)

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India's pace trio of Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, and Jasprit Bumrah has clamped down on Australia's scoring, delivering back-to-back maidens and allowing just 42 runs in 20 overs. Bumrah remains relentless, with figures of 3/9 in seven overs, while Siraj's tight spells have built pressure, highlighted by five maidens. Harshit, too, has shown discipline. Australia's batters, especially Labuschagne (2 off 48), are struggling to rotate the strike against this disciplined attack.

Australia: 42/5 (20 overs)

Marnus Labuschagne 2* (48)

Alex Carey 3* (9)

Live updates from Perth: Marsh OUT!

CAUGHT!!Mohammed Siraj claimed his first wicket with a stunning delivery to dismiss Mitchell Marsh, aided by a jaw-dropping catch from KL Rahul at third slip. The ball flew low to Rahul's left, who lunged and got his fingers barely under it. The decision required multiple replays to confirm, but the catch stood, showcasing exceptional skill. Siraj's precision adds to India's dominance as Australia reels at 38/5, with Labuschagne struggling to find rhythm.

Mitchell Marsh 6(19) c Rahul b Siraj

Australia: 38/5 (17 overs)

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Australia continues to struggle in the middle overs, with Marnus Labuschagne stuck on 1 from 30 balls. Mitchell Marsh's efforts have been more promising and his boundary off Rana was the only moment of relief.

India's bowlers have been relentless, particularly debutant Harshit Rana, who has shown impressive control. With Australia's top order crumbling, they are now at 37/4 at drinks break, still finding it difficult to rotate the strike.

Australia: 37/4 (14 overs)

Marnus Labuschagne 1* (30)

Mitchell Marsh 5* (10)

AUS vs IND Live: Head OUT!

BOWLED!! Debutant Harshit Rana responds in style after being targeted by Travis Head, claiming his maiden Test wicket in sensational fashion. A length delivery with just enough movement left Head unsure whether to commit forward or stay back. Caught in two minds, Head's defence faltered, and the ball uprooted the stumps. It's a crucial breakthrough for India, halting Head's counter-attacking momentum and lifting the rookie bowler's confidence.

Travis Head 11(13) b Harshit Rana

Australia: 31/4 (11.1 overs)

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Travis Head is taking the attack to debutant Harshit Rana, punishing loose deliveries with two boundaries in a quick start. Rana's no-ball added pressure as Head looks to counter-attack. Meanwhile, Marnus Labuschagne endures his slowest start in Test cricket, still on 0 after 22 balls. Bumrah continues to dominate, but Head's aggression against the debutant could shift momentum. India's bowlers need to capitalise on Labuschagne's struggle to keep control.

Australia: 30/3 (10 overs)

Travis Head 10* (8)

Marnus Labuschagne 0 (22)

India vs Australia Live Score: Smith OUT!

LBW!!Jasprit Bumrah is on fire! On the very next ball, he delivers an unplayable in-dipper to trap Steven Smith plumb in front. The Australian talisman falls for a golden duck, leaving Bumrah on a hat-trick. The visitors are stunned as India seizes control. Bumrah's spell is wreaking havoc-Australia reeling at 19/3. The stage is set for a dramatic next ball!

Steve Smith 0(1) lbw b Bumrah

Australia: 19/3

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Jasprit Bumrah strikes again, and this time, Virat Kohli makes no mistake at slip after an earlier drop. Bumrah's masterful setup worked perfectly, drawing Usman Khawaja into a tentative poke. Kohli, diving low to his right, completed the catch cleanly, igniting India's fightback. Khawaja departs for 8, and with two early wickets, the game is wide open. Bumrah's relentless line and movement have kept Australia under pressure. Australia 19/2 after 6.4 overs-game on!

Usman Khawaja 8(19) c Kohli b Bumrah

Australia: 19/2

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Jasprit Bumrah continues to bowl with precision and menace, troubling Marnus Labuschagne consistently. In a key moment, Virat Kohli at second slip dropped a tough, low chance to his right. The ball, a skiddy length delivery, took the edge as Labuschagne was hurried into a defensive shot. This missed opportunity could prove costly, given Labuschagne's ability to capitalise on such lifelines. Bumrah's excellent spell, however, keeps India in the hunt with sharp lines and consistent movement.

Australia: 14/1 (4 overs)

IND vs AUS Live: McSweeney OUT!

Jasprit Bumrah strikes with a brilliant review! Nathan McSweeney looked settled with two boundaries, but Bumrah's confidence in an LBW appeal paid off. After consulting his teammates, Bumrah convinced the skipper to go upstairs, and Hawk-Eye confirmed three reds. The ball hit the pad first, and McSweeney departs for 10 off 13. India earns a crucial early breakthrough, showcasing Bumrah's sharp instincts and skill.

Nathan McSweeney 10(13) lbw b Bumrah

Australia: 15/1 (3 overs)

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Australia's chase begins with a steady start, reaching 6/0 after the first over. Nathan McSweeney gets off the mark with a boundary off Jasprit Bumrah, who was otherwise impressive with a series of challenging deliveries. McSweeney, though squared up a couple of times, navigated through a tricky over. Usman Khawaja also got a run off a no-ball. India will be keen to make early breakthroughs in the second innings.

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At tea break,Australia dominated India's innings, with Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood leading the way. Rishabh Pant, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and KL Rahul were the main contributors, with Reddy impressing on debut. Devdutt Padikkal and Yashasvi Jaiswal go for duck on their debut.

Australia's fielding was sharp, highlighted by a stunning slip catch, and despite missing a chance to dismiss Reddy early, they were near flawless. India now faces a challenging task to fight back before the close.

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

CAUGHT!India's innings ends at 150 as Nitish Kumar Reddy falls for a valiant 41. After surviving an earlier reprieve when Usman Khawaja misjudged a simple chance, Khawaja redeems himself, holding on at midwicket off Pat Cummins. The tail added some quick runs, with Reddy's fluent boundaries offering brief resistance. Cummins finishes with two wickets, complementing Josh Hazlewood's four-for. Australia now has a manageable total to chase, keeping them in command after a disciplined bowling performance.

Nitish Reddy 41(59) c Khawaja b Cummins

India: 150/10

India vs Australia Live Score: Bumrah OUT!

CAUGHT!India's tailenders briefly entertain with back-to-back sixes from Nitish Kumar Reddy and Jasprit Bumrah in successive overs. However, Josh Hazlewood delivers a crucial blow, dismissing Bumrah for 8 with a sharp catch by Alex Carey diving in front of slip. Hazlewood now has four wickets, reducing India to 144/9. Despite the late aggression, Australia's disciplined bowling keeps them firmly in control as they close in on wrapping up the innings.

Jasprit Bumrah 8(8) c Carey b Hazlewood

India: 144/9 (49 overs)

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CAUGHT! Josh Hazlewood strikes immediately after Harshit Rana's boundary, dismissing him for 7. A thick edge off a back-of-a-length delivery led to a spectacular sequence-McSweeney diving at gully to parry the ball, and Marnus Labuschagne alertly completing the rebound catch.

Rana's intent to play positively was short-lived, and India now lose wickets in quick succession, slipping to 128/8. Hazlewood's precision highlights Australia's dominance as India's tail struggles to resist.

Harshit Rana 7(5) c Labuschagne b Hazlewood

India: 128/8 (47 overs)

Live updates from Perth: Pant OUT!

CAUGHT!Rishabh Pant departs for 37 as Cummins strikes with a sharp catch at second slip by Smith. Pant's dismissal ends a crucial 64-run partnership with Nitish Kumar Reddy, which had steadied India after early blows.

His attempt to whip a full delivery led to a closed face and a costly edge. With India at 121/7, the onus now shifts entirely to Reddy to shepherd the lower order and extend the innings.

Rishabh Pant 37(78)c Smith b Cummins

India: 124/7 (46 overs)

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Rishabh Pant (37*) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (27*) steadying the innings. The duo has added vital runs, showing resilience against Hazlewood and Cummins. Nitish impressed with a straight drive for four, while Pant remains watchful after his earlier audacious six. Hazlewood's testing lines created a few close moments, but the partnership is gradually frustrating the Australians on a pitch offering assistance to disciplined bowling.

India: 121/6 (45 overs)

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Rishabh Pant lit up the innings with a remarkable six off Pat Cummins, showcasing his audacity and innovation. Moving across his stumps, he scooped a full delivery over deep backward square leg, finishing the shot sprawled on the ground-a moment of brilliance amidst sustained Australian pressure.

The partnership between Pant and Nitish Kumar Reddy continues to hold India's innings together, steadily building momentum. Reddy has shown maturity, employing reverse sweeps effectively against Nathan Lyon, with consecutive boundaries demonstrating his growing confidence.

Australia's bowlers, led by Hazlewood and Starc, have maintained discipline, but missed opportunities-dropped catches and questionable review decisions-are beginning to cost them. With the score crossing 100, India's fightback is slowly taking shape, driven by Pant's aggression and Reddy's composure.

India: 114/6 (42 overs)

IND vs AUS 1st Test, Perth: Pant DROPPED!

CHANCE!Australia missed a critical chance as Pat Cummins failed to hold onto a swirling catch at mid-on, offered by Rishabh Pant off Mitchell Starc. Pant attempted to loft the ball down the ground but only managed height, with Cummins misjudging the trajectory over his shoulder. Though a difficult opportunity, it was one Australia would have hoped to convert in a low-scoring game.

This reprieve has allowed Pant and debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy to build a gritty partnership. The duo is gradually steadying India's innings, pushing the score towards 100 while showing resilience against relentless Australian bowling. Such moments could prove pivotal as India fights to stay in the contest.

India: 98/6 (39 overs)

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Australia missed a golden opportunity to extend their dominance, failing to review an appeal for a faint glove down the leg side against Nitish Kumar Reddy off Mitchell Starc. The on-field umpire turned down the appeal despite Alex Carey's confidence, and Pat Cummins opted against reviewing. Snicko later confirmed contact with the glove, marking a significant let-off for India.

A big let off for India, as a partnerships seems to be developing between Pant and Reddy at the moment.

India: 93/6 (37 overs)

Rishabh Pant 26* (56)

Nitish Kumar Reddy 11* (18)

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India continue to struggle, with Mitchell Marsh's probing spell continuing to unsettle the middle order. Rishabh Pant remains India's hope, mixing aggression with caution, including a commanding straight four off Marsh. Marsh, with two wickets in his bag already, has maintained pressure with tight lines and bounce.

Nitish Kumar Reddy is yet to settle, surviving a challenging Cummins spell. Australia's bowlers dominate, using conditions effectively to expose India's fragile batting on a tough surface.

India: 82/6 (34 overs)

Rishabh Pant 25* (49)

Nitish Kumar Reddy 1* (9)

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CAUGHT! Washington Sundar departs for 4 as Mitchell Marsh delivers again. A probing delivery outside off tempted Sundar into a soft-handed guide, nicking it to Alex Carey behind the stumps. The umpire takes his time but gives out eventually, and replays confirmed the faint edge.

Marsh, bowling with intent despite frequent overstepping, secures his second wicket. India slips to 71/6 in 31.4 overs, further deepening their crisis on a challenging pitch. Australia's pacers dominate, exploiting every error from the Indian batters.

Washington Sundar 4(15) c Carey b Marsh

India: 73/6 (32 overs)

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Rishabh Pant, showing intent, struck a risky four over slips off Cummins but remains circumspect otherwise. Washington Sundar added a well-timed three through mid-on earlier, displaying composure against an incisive Australian attack.

Despite being otherwise great, Pat Cummins remains prone to the occasional loose deliveries. Mitchell Marsh's probing lines keep India under pressure, as the green-top wicket aids the pacers. Australia firmly controls the game, leaving India reliant on Pant and Sundar to stabilise.

India: 71/5 (31 overs)

IND vs AUS Live: Jurel OUT!

Dhruv Jurel's wicket is a crucial breakthrough for Australia. Mitchell Marsh bowls a fantastic delivery, which Jurel on the front foot edges to second slip where Labuschagne takes a straightforward catch. Jurel departs for 11 off 20 balls with two boundaries.

India is now 58/4 at the end of 27 overs, with Marsh making an immediate impact in his second over. The batting pair had added 7 runs in the over before Jurel's dismissal.

Washington Sundar out to bat for India.

Dhruv Jurel 11(20) c Labuschagne b Marsh

India: 60/5 (28 overs)

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We are back from the lunch break! India are in big trouble, four wickets down with Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel on the crease. Mitchell Marsh with the ball for Australia.

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This is how the scorecard looks like right now at the lunch break.