Adelaide Test 2023: Australia Clinches Series-Leveling Win
In the 2023 Adelaide Test, Australian captain Pat Cummins shone. His five wickets led to a 10-wicket win over India. This win leveled the five-match series at 1-1. It sets up a thrilling finish to the series.
India’s Collapse: Day 3 Highlights
On day three, at 128/5, India’s batting crumbled under pressure. They made just 175 runs in their second innings. Australia’s bowlers dominated the morning. Mitchell Starc dismissed Rishabh Pant (28) in the first over. Steven Smith caught Pant at second slip.
India’s lower order failed to put up a fight, as most batters couldn’t reach double digits. The only exception was Nitish Kumar Reddy. He scored 42 off 47 balls, with six fours and a six.
Pat Cummins: The Game Changer
FIRST BALL OF THE TEST!
Mitchell Starc sends Adelaide into delirium.#AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/pIPwqlX3dJ
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 6, 2024
Australian skipper Pat Cummins was key on Day 3. He took three of India’s last five wickets. That gave him his 13th Test five-wicket haul. His great performance broke India’s resistance. It made for an easy chase for the home side.
Mitchell Starc sends Virat Kohli packing!#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/2AzNllS7xT
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 6, 2024
The inswinging peach of a yorker gets Mitchell Starc his fifth wicket!#AUSvIND | #DeliveredWithSpeed | @NBN_Australia pic.twitter.com/SwVIHFiNhK
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 6, 2024
Australia’s Chase: A Walk in the Park
Chasing a mere 19-run target, Australia sealed the win in just 3.2 overs without losing a wicket. The result boosted their confidence and heightened the competition in this close series.
Game over! Australia level the series 💪#AUSvIND | #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance pic.twitter.com/7djgXWBfg7
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 8, 2024
Series Outlook
With the series now tied 1-1, both teams have everything to play for in the remaining three Tests. Australia’s strong comeback in the 2023 Adelaide Test shows their will to reclaim dominance. India will aim to regroup and bounce back in the next match.
