The day-night pink-ball Adelaide Test started stunningly as the Australian left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Starc dismissed the Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal on the first delivery of the match. 

Leading the five-match Test series of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 by 1-0, the Indian captain Rohit Sharma returned to the Test series and chose to bat first in the second Test at Adelaide Oval. It is the only day-night pink-ball Test in this series.

Mitchell Starc dismissed Yashasvi Jaiswal

The Adelaide Test started with Starc taking Jaiswal’s wicket on the first ball of the match. It was a full on leg stump delivery that swung back and Jaiswal fell into the lbw trap. It made the Indian scoreboard 0/1. 

FIRST BALL OF THE TEST!

Mitchell Starc sends Adelaide into delirium.#AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/pIPwqlX3dJ

— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 6, 2024

New rivalry between Jaiswal and Starc

The 22-year-old Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has started a great rivalry story against the 34-year-old experienced Australian left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Starc. In the opening game of the Test series at Perth Stadium, Starc dismissed Jaiswal in the first innings for a duck. Jaiswal faced all eight deliveries against Starc, where he snatched five runs through a four-bye and a no-ball, and the left-arm fast bowler won that battle. 

However, Jaiswal dominated in India’s second innings by scoring 51 runs in 69 balls against Starc. After scoring 161 runs off 297 balls, Jaiswal was dismissed by Mitchell Marsh. In that memorable innings, which inspired India to claim a big win, Jaiswal hit seven fours and a six to Starc.

During India's second innings of the Perth Test, when Jaiswal was dominating, he was heard to say Starc, "You are coming too slow at me?" 

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 🫣

That wasn’t slow from #Starc! With a long memory, he targeted #Jaiswal and took him down on the very first ball 🤐

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— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) December 6, 2024

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has returned to the no. 1 position in the Test bowling rankings, while the Indian opener Yashsavi Jaiswal has moved to his career-best ranking in the Test batting rankings. Also, the former Indian captain Virat Kohli has returned to the top 15 places of the Test batting rankings.

India strongly started the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 in Australia by winning the five-match Test series opener by 295 runs at Perth Stadium. 

The 30-year-old Indian right-arm fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah led the Indian team in the Perth Test due to the absence of the regular captain Rohit Sharma, who was on parental leave during the Test series opener. Stand-in captain Bumrah inspired the Indian team to make a strong comeback in the game after ending the first innings with only 150 runs.

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah gets a special name from Aussie commentators

Jasprit Bumrah returns to no.1 Test bowling ranking

Bumrah’s dominant fifer resulted in the Australian batting collapse at 104 runs. Since then, the hosts didn’t get any chance to make at least a little comeback. After picking up five wickets in Australia’s first innings, captain Bumrah took three more wickets in the fourth innings, including dismissing the set batter Travis Head for 89 runs, where the Indian captain outsmarted Head with his perfectly calculated setup. 

While Bumrah won the Player of the Match award in that Perth Test, he climbed to the no. 1 place of the ICC Test bowling rankings after earning his career-best rating points of 883. In the meantime, Mohammed Siraj improved three places in the same rankings, as he is standing at the no. 25 place. 

Jaiswal and Kohli significantly climbed in Test batting rankings

On the other hand, Jaiswal and Kohli shined with their bats during India’s second innings of the Perth Test. While Jaiswal scored 161 runs after securing 200+ runs in an opening partnership with KL Rahul, Kohli finally found his Test form by scoring 100 not out. While Jaiswal reached second place in the ICC Test batting rankings for the first time, Kohli jumped nine spots to settle his latest Test batting rankings in 13th position. 

Meanwhile, the Aussie star Head climbed to 10th place in the ICC Test batting rankings.

Despite not playing the Test series opener, Indian cricketers Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin are holding the no. 1 and no. 2 positions, respectively, in the ICC Test all-rounder rankings.

It was a dream day for Team India at the Optus Stadium, as they thoroughly dominated the proceedings on Day 3 of the crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test. Resuming at an overnight score of 172/0, the opening pair of KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal added 29 more runs before Mitchell Starc ended the mammoth partnership, dismissing Rahul for 77. Jaiswal, unfazed by the fall of wickets, notched up his fourth Test century—his first on Australian soil—with a stunning six. A brief collapse saw Devdutt Padikkal (25), Rishabh Pant, and Dhruv Jurel dismissed cheaply, but Virat Kohli stood firm, anchoring the innings with a majestic 30th Test hundred. Supported by Washington Sundar (29) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (38* off 27), Kohli led India to a declaration at 487/6, giving them an imposing 533-run lead.

With the ball, the Indian pacers wreaked havoc in the final session. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj bowled fiery spells under the lights, reducing Australia to a disastrous 12/3 in just 4.2 overs. Debutant Nathan McSweeney departed for a duck, captain Pat Cummins' gamble to bat at number three failed, and an out-of-form Marnus Labuschagne added to Australia’s woes with just three runs before losing his wicket and a review. The cracks on the pitch and uneven bounce have made batting treacherous, leaving Australia facing an uphill battle to chase down 534 runs with only seven wickets in hand. It was a Super Sunday for the Indians, who now stand on the brink of taking the lead in the five-match series.

Breakdown of Jaiswal's 161 analysis 

Yashasvi Jaiswal delivered a batting masterclass on Day 3 of the third Test against Australia, showcasing remarkable composure and adaptability in testing conditions. Walking in on 72* overnight, the young left-hander anchored the innings to perfection and brought up his fourth Test hundred, his first on Australian soil. Jaiswal's innings was defined by his ability to absorb pressure and build partnerships, contributing significantly to India’s mammoth lead of 533 runs. His milestone came in style, dispatching Nathan Lyon for a six, a testament to his confidence and skill.

A closer look at Jaiswal's approach reveals a nuanced handling of lengths. Against full-length deliveries, he played cautiously, registering a dot ball percentage of 59.6% across 57 deliveries. However, it was on good-length deliveries where he demonstrated immense patience, with an 80.2% dot-ball percentage over 101 balls, highlighting his focus on seeing off the probing spells of Australia’s pacers. On back-of-length and short deliveries, his dot-ball percentages were 71.6% and 65.6%, respectively, as he picked his moments to attack selectively while maintaining a solid defense.

Jaiswal's strike rotation played a key role in keeping the scoreboard ticking, especially against spinners, where he rotated the strike at an impressive rate of 35.21%. Against pacers, his strike rotation dropped to 18.85%, reflecting his cautious approach to counter the pace and bounce of the Australian seamers. His adaptability in tailoring his approach based on the type of bowling ensured India maintained momentum despite periodic breakthroughs for the hosts.

The young opener was particularly effective against Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne, with consecutive scoring shot percentages of 54.54% and 50% against them, respectively. This aggression ensured that the spinners could not settle into a rhythm. In contrast, against the pace attack of Mitchell Starc (31.88%), Pat Cummins (31.34%), and Josh Hazlewood (13.11%), Jaiswal focused on minimizing risk and accumulating runs methodically. His lower scoring rate against the pacers demonstrated his maturity in adapting to the game situation, ensuring he prioritized building a substantial lead.

Jaiswal's knock was not just a personal milestone but a pivotal effort in putting India in a commanding position. His mix of calculated aggression, solid defense, and strategic strike rotation disrupted Australia’s plans, showcasing the making of a modern Test opener. As the team declared their innings, the significance of Jaiswal’s performance resonated with the crowd at the Optus Stadium, affirming his growing stature as a reliable performer on the biggest stage.

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Indian openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal etched their names in the record books by registering the highest first-wicket partnership for India in Test cricket on Australian soil. Their colossal 201-run stand on Day 3 of the Perth Test surpassed Sunil Gavaskar and Kris Srikkanth's 191-run partnership at Sydney in 1986. This historic effort marked the first time an Indian opening pair crossed the 200-run mark in Australia, ending a 19-year wait since Sehwag and Chopra’s 123-run stand in Sydney in 2004.

Rahul, steady and calculated, played a patient knock of 77 runs off 176 balls before being dismissed by Mitchell Starc. Meanwhile, Jaiswal showcased his brilliance, continuing from an overnight score of 90* to bring up his maiden overseas Test century in grand fashion. His knock of 105 off 215 balls, adorned with eight boundaries and three sixes, highlighted his remarkable composure and exquisite timing.

Turning the tables after a poor start

India’s first-innings collapse, which saw them bundled out for 150, was followed by a stunning fightback led by Jasprit Bumrah, whose fiery spell restricted Australia to 104, giving India a vital 46-run lead. In the second innings, Rahul and Jaiswal put on a masterclass in opening batting. Beginning cautiously, they frustrated the Australian bowlers with impeccable technique before accelerating to punish loose deliveries.

The partnership’s significance extended beyond records; it provided a solid foundation for India to dominate the game. Jaiswal’s audacious strokeplay against Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon, including a towering six to bring up his century, underscored his growing stature as India’s next batting superstar. Despite Starc dismissing Rahul in the 63rd over, the 201-run stand had already shifted the momentum firmly in India’s favor.

See Also: Watch: Yashasvi Jaiswal reaches century in Perth Test with stunning six

A historic feat on Australian soil

This partnership also became the highest by a visiting opening pair in Australia outside England since 1912, surpassing the legendary Jack Hobbs and Wilfred Rhodes' 323-run effort. Such a feat on Australian soil is a testament to the evolving strength of India’s batting lineup.

With Rahul’s steady hand and Jaiswal’s flair, the duo has set a new benchmark for Indian openers overseas. As the series progresses, this record-breaking stand is sure to inspire the team and cement Jaiswal’s place as one of the brightest stars in Indian cricket.

At lunch on Day 3, India consolidated their position in the Perth Test with a commanding lead of 321 runs. Resuming strongly after their record-breaking opening partnership, Yashasvi Jaiswal remained unbeaten on a magnificent 141 off 264 balls, showcasing incredible patience and skill. KL Rahul contributed a solid 77 off 176 balls before falling to Starc, while Devdutt Padikkal added a steady 25 off 70 deliveries to further strengthen India’s second innings. At 275/1 in 84 overs, India looks poised to set an imposing target for Australia.

Yashasvi Jaiswal, the rising star of Indian cricket, delivered a phenomenal performance in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Optus Stadium, Perth. The 22-year-old brought up his maiden overseas Test century in spectacular fashion, smashing a six off Josh Hazlewood to reach the landmark. Resuming on an overnight score of 90 on Day 3, Jaiswal wasted no time in etching his name in the record books, becoming the third visiting batter since 2001 to bring up a century in Australia with a six.

His daring ramp shot in the nervous 90s was not just a statement of confidence but a testament to his fearless approach against a strong Australian bowling lineup. As the ball sailed over the boundary, the Indian dressing room erupted in celebrations, reflecting the significance of the milestone for both the team and the young opener.

A masterclass in patience and aggression

Facing the likes of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Nathan Lyon, Jaiswal showcased a perfect blend of restraint and aggression. His innings highlighted his ability to adapt to challenging conditions, a crucial skill for any batter in Australia. After chasing a wide delivery and falling cheaply in the first innings, Jaiswal returned with a stronger mindset in the second. He left good balls alone, punished the short ones, and neutralized Lyon's spin with sharp footwork.

Not one to back down, Jaiswal even engaged in psychological battles with the Australian bowlers. During a moment on Day 2, he cheekily remarked to Starc, "You’re coming too slow," after perfectly defending one of his deliveries. Such exchanges only added to the drama and excitement of his innings.

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Joining an elite club

Jaiswal’s decision to reach his century with a six placed him in elite company. Since 2001, only two other visiting batters—India’s Rahul Dravid in Adelaide (2003) and West Indies’ Chris Gayle at the WACA (2009)—have achieved this feat. His name now stands alongside these cricketing legends, signaling the arrival of a new star in world cricket.Dubbed the "new king" by Australian media ahead of the series, Jaiswal justified the moniker with his stellar knock. His ability to outthink and outplay a world-class bowling attack under pressure speaks volumes about his temperament and talent. This century marks his fourth in Test cricket, but the first on foreign soil—a special achievement that will surely boost his confidence for the matches ahead.

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As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy progresses, Jaiswal’s fearless approach and solid technique will be instrumental in India’s quest for success on Australian soil. If this innings is any indication, Yashasvi Jaiswal is destined to leave an indelible mark on the cricketing world.

Team India ended the dominant display on 172-0, leading by 218 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal 90*(193) and KL Rahul 62*(153) made Australia toil hard in the afternoon and evening session. The last time an Indian pair before Jaiswal & Rahul to bat out two successive sessions in a SENA Test were Pujara and Kohli at the MCG in 2018.

Team India restricted Australia to 104 which was their second-lowest total against India at home, after the 83 all-out in Melbourne in 1981. t is also Australia's third-lowest total in home Tests since 1985 and their fourth-lowest total in the format against India.

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Yashasvi Jaiswal shined in the second innings after being dismissed for an 8-ball duck in the first innings. His knock of unbeaten 90 included seven fours and two sixes. Jaiswal also set the record of hitting the Most Sixes in a calendar year in Tests as he raised the tally to 33. He has impressed everybody with such a batting performance as it's his first Australia tour since he made his Test debut.

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"When I started playing like senior cricket, I did speak to Virat Paji that how he managed himself. Paji has said to me that if I want to play all that cricket, then I have to be disciplined in my daily routines and follow the process. So I have seen him doing the stuff consistently day by day. Actually, seeing him, it motivates me a lot to put in the work and do something and make a difference in my habits, which is really important for me. I feel like I will be better day by day," Jaiswal said in a video posted by BCCI.

His batting partner KL Rahul also showed some resilience and he is currently unbeaten on 62 off 153 balls. KL Rahul looked in good touch in the first innings. He ensured that they kept strike rotation on as well to add some valuable runs. Meanwhile, KL Rahul has been involved in 100+ opening partnerships in SENA countries since 2000 thrice. He achieved this feat with three different partners with Yashasvi Jaiswal being the latest addition.

Virat Kohli was seen practicing immediately after the end of the day's play. He appreciated the openers for their dominant display through those two sessions.

Virat Kohli immediately came out for practice after the day's play and appreciated Jaiswal and KL Rahul #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/kvG1caIUXp

— Robin 𝕏 (@SledgeVK18) November 23, 2024

Team India looks in full control on this Test with leading by 218 runs heading into Day 3. They are still left with 10 wickets in hand and will look to set Aussies the higher target.

Team India ended Day 2 on a score of 172/0 with a healthy lead of 218 runs. The Indian Openers set a record-breaking partnership, ending their day with Yashasvi Jaiswal on 90*(193) and KL Rahul on 62*(153). It was the first 150+ opening stand by a visiting team in Australia since 159 by Andrew Strauss & Alastair Cook at the MCG in 2010 and the first outside Ashes Tests since 191 by Sunil Gavaskar & Kris Srikkanth at the SCG in 1986.

Indian batters dominate Day 2 with a mammoth opening stand

Indian bowlers were able to restrict Australia to 104 on Day 2 Morning as Skipper Jasprit Bumrah led the charge with his 5-fer. Team India got the lead of 46 runs and then it was the batters' responsibility to add more runs to this tally. Both openers looked comfortable and played Australia's bowlers in afternoon and evening sessions. Team India now leads by 218 runs and will look to add as much as tomorrow to set hosts the target.

See Also:- Watch: Jaiswal hits back at Starc saying "You are coming too slow at me"

Yashasvi Jaiswal wasn't able to trouble the scores in the first innings as he was dismissed by Mitchell Starc for 0(8). But in this inning, he made his comeback in style. Jaiswal is currently batting on an unbeaten 90 of 193 balls. He also set another record for hitting the Most Sixes in Test Cricket. He has hit 33 Sixes in Tests in 2024 so far.

Meanwhile, his partner KL Rahul who looked promising in the first innings as well after being dismissed by a controversial decision. He continued that and is currently unbeaten on 62 off 153 balls. Both batters made Australian bowlers toil for the wicket. Team India was dominant through all three sessions today.

Mitchell Starc tests Indian bowlers to take hosts to a tally of 104

Earlier Team India began the day with the wicket of Alex Carey after being caught behind by Pant off Jasprit Bumrah. It was his 5th wicket and he equaled the tally of 9 five-fors outside Asia with Kapil Dev. 5 for Bumrah's bowling figures in Perth are the best by an Indian captain in men's Tests since Kapil Dev's 8 for 106 against Australia in the 1985 Adelaide Test. Bumrah is also the first Indian captain with a five-wicket haul in Test cricket since Anil Kumble in the 2007 Melbourne Test.

Debutant Harshit Rana cleared up Nathan Lyon and much-awaited wicket Mitchell Starc to restrict the hosts to 104. He recorded his figures as 3-48. Australia's first-innings total of 104 in Perth is their second-lowest in home Tests against India, after the 83 all-out in Melbourne in 1981. Mitchell Starc scored 26 off 112 balls and tested the Indian pacers' patience level.

Day 2 of the Perth Test saw an electrifying moment when Yashasvi Jaiswal decided to take on Australia's Mitchell Starc in a verbal exchange. During the 19th over of India’s second innings, Jaiswal struck Starc for a stunning boundary, prompting a mocking stare and grin from the Aussie pacer.

Banter with Starc sets the stage 

Unfazed, Jaiswal responded boldly, declaring, "You are coming too slow at me." The young batter further silenced Starc by delivering another confident stroke, underlining his mettle against one of cricket’s fiercest bowlers.

The banter marked a significant turning point in the innings, as Jaiswal, dismissed for a duck in the first innings, showed his resolve to make amends and keep India in a commanding position.

Starc to Harshit: I'm faster than you mate
Yashasvi Jaiswal to Starc: You are coming too slow!#INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/eGaGChrEEp

— Registanroyals (@registanroyals) November 23, 2024

Half-century and records: Jaiswal’s spectacular comeback

Following his eight-ball dismissal in the first innings, Jaiswal bounced back in style. The left-handed batter scored a gritty 50 off 88 balls, laced with five boundaries, propelling India to a crucial lead of 130 runs by tea.

With this knock, Jaiswal set two remarkable records. He now holds the record for the most fifty-plus scores in 2024, surpassing Joe Root with his 10th such performance. Additionally, Jaiswal broke Gautam Gambhir’s 16-year-old record for the most runs by an Indian left-handed batter in Tests in a calendar year, amassing over 1160 runs.

See Also: Watch: Shreyas Iyer smashes 57-ball 130 for Mumbai in SMAT

Root, who trails Jaiswal in the fifty-plus scores tally for 2024, leads the Test run charts with 1338 runs. However, Jaiswal’s consistent performances this year highlight his rapid rise in the international arena, solidifying his place as one of Test cricket’s brightest stars.

India's talented batter Yashasvi Jaiswal shared veteran batter Virat Kohli's advice to him when he made his debut for the national team. Jaiswal revealed Kohli's advice to him as he is touring Australia for the first time. Jaiswal also expressed his admiration for Virat Kohli and said that the veteran also advised him to be disciplined and follow the process. However, Team India are all set to play against Australia for the five-match Test series of the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

"I feel like I will be better day by day" - Yashasvi Jaiswal

"When I started playing like senior cricket, I did speak to Virat Paji that how he managed himself. Paji has said to me that if I want to play all that cricket, then I have to be disciplined in my daily routines and follow the process. So I have seen him doing the stuff consistently day by day. Actually, seeing him, it motivates me a lot to put in the work and do something and make a difference in my habits, which is really important for me. I feel like I will be better day by day," Jaiswal said in a video posted by BCCI.

Yashasvi Jaiswal has been often spotted training along with the legendary batter Virat Kohli in the nets as he aims to follow in the footsteps of Kohli. Before the ongoing Test, he has scored 1,407 runs at an average of 56.28, with a strike rate of 70.13. He has three tons and eight fifties to his name, with the best score of 214* as well.

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While he was excited about his very first Test tour to Australia, he failed to do well in the first innings. He could face 8 balls only before Mitchell Starc sent him in. On the other hand, Virat Kohli too failed to step up and his poor form continued. He could manage 5 runs off 12 balls before Hazlewood dismissed him as well.

"It is my first trip to Australia. I am very excited to play here" - Yashasvi Jaiswal

"It is my first trip to Australia. I am very excited to play here. I want to play well and do well. It is different here. The ball is different, the wicket is different. But I think we know that. I think we are ready mentally. I really want to be in. I want to go in. I want to see it. I want to be there. Because people, a lot of time they talk about stuff. This happened, that happened. But I want to go and face it and I want to enjoy that moment with a smile. That is all I think about. Because until you are not there, you actually do not really feel what it is. I always see it this way. And it is always an opportunity for me to go out there and learn," he added.

"And I try my best to sleep well and eat well before the practice, I focus on recovery. And I try to be fresh for practice sessions," he again shared. "I am really blessed to have these opportunities, and I am ready for it mentally, physically. I want to play fearless and I want to enjoy," he concluded.

In the latest ICC Test batting ranking announcement, former Indian captain Virat Kohli slipped to the lowest points in the last 10 years. 

While the 36-year-old Virat Kohli is playing the senior batter role of the Test team, he recently disappointed in the three-match home Test series against New Zealand. While India suffered a shocking 3-0 defeat in the home Test series, the right-handed batter scored only 93 runs in six innings. 

After scoring a duck in the Test series opener at Bengaluru, Kohli scored fighting 70 runs in their second innings of the Bengaluru Test. However, his next four innings scores were 1, 17, 4, and 1 run, respectively. 

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Virat Kohli is now in the 22nd ICC Test batting rankings

Kohli’s poor batting performances forced him to go down eight spots in the ICC Test batting rankings as he is standing in 22nd place. It is his worst ICC Test batting rankings in almost the last 10 years. Last time, Kohli was outside the top 20 ICC Test batting rankings in December 2014. Meanwhile, the Indian captain Rohit Sharma also slipped to 26th position. 

While Indian batters Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill strongly performed in the recently concluded home Test series against New Zealand, they are in strong positions in the ICC Test batting rankings. 

Pant, Gill, and Jaiswal are shining in the Test batting rankings

Rishabh Pant finished the Test series as the leading run-scorer with 261 runs, including three half-centuries. By climbing to the five spots, the left-handed wicketkeeper-batter’s latest Test batting ranking is no. 6. 

Despite scoring 190 runs, the opener Jaiswal slipped one place to shining at the fourth place. While Shubman Gill scored 144 runs, he improved his rating to four places by standing in the 16th position. 

Sarfaraz Khan, who shined in the Bengaluru Test with a 150-run knock, scored only 21 runs in the next four innings. By falling to 11 places, he is standing in the joint 77th place.

English star Joe Root and New Zealand star Kane Williamson are in the first and second positions, respectively, in the latest ICC Test batting rankings. The new English star Harry Brook is in third place in the Test batting rankings.