IND vs AUS: India's decade of BGT dominance crumbles in Sydney as Australia win series 3-1

The IND vs AUS Sydney Test has proved to be a triple shocker for India as they lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in 10 years. Their World Test Championship hopes are dashed, and concerns about Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness remain uncertain. On Sunday, India lost the final Test of the BGT at Sydney Cricket Ground by 6 wickets. Australia chased the modest target of 163 runs, resulting in winning the deciding Test. Also, Australia finally won the Border-Gavaskar Trophy by a margin of 3-1. Virat Kohli filled the captain’s void in the Test after Jasprit Bumrah’s departure, but the team couldn’t fill his shoes with the bowling performance.

India’s batting collapse on Day 3

The day started poorly for India as Pat Cummins and Scott Boland maintained tight lines and relentless pressure; this caused in India’s batting collapse. Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja struggled to build a substantial partnership, with both failing to score big runs. The tail tried bravely to add crucial runs, but Boland was fearless, taking the five-wicket haul, leaving India bowled out for 157 in 39.5 overs. This set Australia a target of 162, putting pressure on India’s bowlers to defend it.

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Australia’s fiery start

Australia began their chase with intent. India seemed to lose confidence without their star pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the Indian bowling lineup due to injury concerns. Khawaja and Sam Konstas provided a solid base, putting on the pressure totally on India, reaching 39 before Prasidh Krishna claimed the first wicket. The Aussies displayed aggressive shots, quickly accumulating runs, While Indian bowling also seemed bad with giving away15 runs just in extras. Despite Indian bowlers’ efforts, with several wayward deliveries and extras, Australia managed to keep the scoreboard moving and maintain momentum in their chase.

Prasidh Krishna’s fight with Aussie batters

Prasidh Krishna comes to be the spark in India’s bid for a comeback. After dismissing Konstas with a misjudged shot, he also managed to take the key wickets of Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith, both caught expertly at gully and slip respectively. His efforts put Australia at 71/3, providing a glimmer of hope for India. The bowler didn’t get any support from the other side. his lone fight gaps in bowling consistency prevented India from capitalising on these breakthroughs.

Head & Webster’s partnership seals the deal

After losing their top order relatively cheaply, Travis Head and Beau Webster constructed a strong partnership that would prove decisive in the match. Head used the gaps effectively, taking calculated risks, while Webster’s composed play helped neutralise the Indian bowling threats. Together, they guided Australia closer to their target, wearing down the Indian attack with shrewd shot selection and strategic aggression. Their unbeaten stand ultimately sealed the game for Australia, as they chased down the target comfortably, ensuring a memorable series victory.