Smith hits ton; Australia 454/7 at lunch

December 27, 2024 07:05

Steve Smith celebrates his century.

Aus 454-7 (113 ovs) vs India | Scorecard

Steve Smith smashed a record 11th Test century against India as Australia dominated the morning session on Day 2 of the fourth Test at MCG on Friday.

Smith was unbeaten on 139 as Australia went into the lunch break on 454/7 in 113 overs. The Australia right-hander slammed the Indian bowlers all around the park, hitting 13 fours and three sixes in his 194-ball knock, while Mitchell Starc was 15 not out at the break.

India bagged just one wicket in the morning session when Pat Cummins was caught at mid-off after a good knock of 49, after he had put on 112 runs for the seventh wicket with Smith to set the tone for Australia's domination.

Resuming on 311/6, Australia scored 143 runs in 27 overs at a run rate of 5.30 as the Indian bowlers looked completely clueless.

Unless, they strike early after lunch, the Indians are set for session of leather hunt after lunch.

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