Australia triumphed in a thrilling fifth Test against India in Sydney, clinching a six-wicket win and the Australia vs India test series 3-1. This hard-fought victory also secured their place in the World Test Championship final, where they will face South Africa at Lord’s in June.
India’s innings concluded swiftly on the third morning, adding only 16 runs to their overnight score of 141-6. They were bowled out for 157, thanks to Scott Boland’s extraordinary spell. Boland delivered a masterclass, taking 6-45 in the innings and 10 wickets in the match, continuing his stellar series form.
Chasing a modest target of 162, Australia reached the goal before tea, although the journey was far from smooth. Without India’s injured strike bowler Jasprit Bumrah, the visitors struggled to apply sustained pressure.
Australia lost three wickets before lunch, leaving the game finely balanced. Among the dismissals was Steve Smith, who fell agonizingly short of the 10,000 Test-run milestone, dismissed for just 4.
Despite the early setbacks, Usman Khawaja steadied the innings with a composed 41. Later, Travis Head (34*) and debutant Beau Webster (39*) ensured a confident finish, guiding Australia to victory.
Throughout the closely contested Australia vs India test series, fans witnessed several unforgettable moments. Emerging talents like Australian opener Sam Konstas and Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy showcased their potential. Meanwhile, seasoned players reminded everyone of their abilities, with Rohit Sharma standing out despite questions about his longevity.
India dominated the first Test in Perth, but Australia bounced back strongly with a win in Adelaide. The rain-affected draw in Brisbane kept the series alive before Australia’s back-to-back wins in Melbourne and Sydney secured the trophy.
India faced significant hurdles, especially with skipper Jasprit Bumrah battling a back injury. Bumrah bowled just one over in the final Test before withdrawing, leaving Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna to lead the attack.
India briefly found hope after Siraj and Prasidh dismissed key Australian batters early. However, the hosts’ composed performance on a tricky pitch proved decisive.
This dramatic series, filled with twists and exceptional performances, sets the stage for Australia’s World Test Championship final defense. Fans now eagerly await the clash at Lord’s.
