The fifth and final Test between India and Australia is currently underway at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). On Day 1, India, led by stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah in the absence of Rohit Sharma, chose to bat first under challenging conditions. The Australian bowling attack, spearheaded by Scott Boland who took 4 wickets for 31 runs, effectively utilized the seam-friendly pitch to dismiss India for 185 runs.
In response, Australia faced early setbacks, losing Usman Khawaja to a delivery from Bumrah just before the close of play on Day 1. At stumps, Australia stood at 9 for 1, with young batsman Sam Konstas unbeaten on 7.
As of the latest update on Day 2, Australia reached 101 for 5 at lunch, trailing by 84 runs. Beau Webster remains not out on 28, alongside Alex Carey on 4.
This match is crucial, as a victory for Australia would secure them the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and a spot in the World Test Championship final.