Day 2 of the third Test between Australia and India at Brisbane brought back the thrill. After Day 1 was marred by rain and left fans disappointed, today’s uninterrupted play offered some brilliant cricketing action. Australia ended the day in a commanding position at 405/7, with significant contributions from Travis Head, Steve Smith, and Alex Carey’s late cameo, it was a tough day for India. Only Bumrah shone once again, but there were many exciting moments of action that you wouldn’t want to miss. Let’s dive into the top 5 moments that defined the day!

5. Siraj Silences the Crowd by Dismissing Cummins

Siraj, who faced constant booing from the Australian crowd, turned things around brilliantly by taking the crucial wicket of skipper Pat Cummins. Before this delivery, he bowled a bouncer that flew high past both the batsman and the keeper, resulting in wide and byes adding 5 runs. But on the very next ball, Siraj delivered a beauty to bowl Cummins out. His composed celebration said it all as the crowd was left stunned, marking a special moment in what was otherwise a tough day for Indian bowlers.

4. Travis Head’s Back-to-Back Hundreds

Travis Head continued to shine with yet another century, following his heroics in Adelaide. Starting confidently, he dismantled the Indian bowling attack with his aggressive approach. The Gabba crowd erupted as he reached his ton, flicking the ball between mid-wicket and mid-on for three runs. His signature celebration — bat raised, helmet perched on the bat handle, and hands pointed skyward — followed by a kiss on the Australian crest, was met with a standing ovation. A moment of sheer brilliance for Head and the fans!

3. Steve Smith’s Comeback Century

Steve Smith ended his 18-month century drought in style, scoring his 33rd Test hundred. This milestone not only marked his personal comeback but also cemented his place as Australia’s second-highest century-maker in Test cricket, surpassing Steve Waugh. The crowd rose to their feet to applaud his achievement, and Smith’s graceful celebration added to the significance of the moment.

2. Labuschagne’s Wicket Sparks Kohli’s Fiery Celebration

Marnus Labuschagne was looking solid in his partnership with Steve Smith when Nitish Reddy bowled a fuller delivery that Labuschagne edged to Virat Kohli. The dismissal ignited a fiery celebration from Kohli, who put a finger to his lips, silencing the crowd in support of Mohammed Siraj, who had been targeted earlier. This moment was a testament to Kohli’s passion and resilience, electrifying the atmosphere at the Gabba.

1. Siraj vs Labuschagne: The Funny Exchange of Bails

A light-hearted moment stole the show in the 38th over. Labuschagne left a delivery in his unique style, and Siraj came closer to the wicket and flipped the bails off the stumps. Labuschagne, not one to back down, walked back and reset the bails in the same manner. The playful exchange had the crowd in splits, highlighting the amusing side of the intense game. This moment perfectly captured the spirit of cricket and left fans grinning ear to ear.

 

What was your favorite moment from Day 2? Was it Siraj’s wicket, Head’s century, or the lighthearted exchange between Siraj and Labuschagne? Share your thoughts in the comments below!