Siraj continues, and Smith edges one, but it lands well short of the slip. Head and Smith rotate the strike, with two dot balls to end the over. Just 2 runs come off it, and after 80 overs, Australia are 297-3.
The second new ball is now available, and India waste no time taking it, hoping to break this partnership. Bumrah will be tasked with delivering the breakthrough for his captain.
Head, however, remains unfazed. He welcomes Bumrah and the new ball with a boundary, then defends the next three deliveries. There's an appeal for a catch at gully, and the umpires review it. It's not out.
Head then takes a single to end the over, and after 81 overs, Australia are 301-3.
© 2025 Rediff.com - Investor Information - Advertise with us - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy - Sitemap - Feedback - About us - Terms of use - Grievances
