The first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 between India and Australia, held at Perth, turned out to be a dominant display of Indian cricket. The visitors registered a comprehensive 295-run victory, gaining a 1-0 lead in the five-match Test series. This historic win was a result of a collective team effort, with stellar contributions from Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah.
Team India won the toss and decided to bat first and none of the Indian batsmen could score any significant runs due to which the Indian team was all out for 150 runs in which Josh Hollywood took 4 wickets.
And when Australia came to bat, they were all out for 104 runs, in which not even a single batsman could play and Jaspreet Bumrah took 5 wickets and Team India also got a lead of 46 runs and when India came to play in the 2nd innings, the pitch was completely changed and India was declared at 487-6d. Australia got a target of 533 runs which they had to make in 3 days.
KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal together made a partnership of 201 runs in which Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 161 runs and KL Rahul played a brilliant innings of 77 runs. Next day when KL Rahul was out, Virat Kohli came and made a brilliant century. Virat Kohli completed his 81st hundred and then Team India was declared at 487-6.
Jasprit Bumrah Leads with the Ball
India’s first-innings total of 457 set the tone, but it was their bowling attack that tightened the noose on the hosts. Jasprit Bumrah was the wrecker-in-chief, claiming five wickets and dismantling Australia’s batting lineup. His fiery pace, movement, and pinpoint accuracy left the Australian batsmen struggling.
Bumrah received excellent support from Mohammed Siraj and Washington Sunder. Siraj’s ability to swing the ball and Sunder’s consistent line and length complemented Bumrah’s brilliance.
A Historic Win for India
This victory at Perth holds great significance for the Indian team. Historically, Australia has dominated at this venue, but India’s clinical performance turned the tables. The win not only boosts India’s confidence but also sets the tone for the remaining matches of the series.
India’s 295-run triumph in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy was a statement of their dominance in all departments of the game. From Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul’s stellar partnership to Virat Kohli’s masterclass and Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling, every player contributed to the team’s success. With a 1-0 lead in the series, India will look to carry this momentum forward and aim for another historic series victory on Australian soil.