On this particular day, the India Cricket Team registered a significant chapter in their cricketing history by securing a historic victory in the Boxing Day Test against Australia at the MCG, showcasing their prowess in the challenging SENA conditions. The triumph at the MCG in 2018 marked a turning point in how India’s international performances were perceived.
HISTORIC WIN IN MELBOURNE
The pivotal year of 2018 witnessed a watershed moment for Indian cricket as they clinched their maiden Boxing Day Test victory on Australian soil. The iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) hosted the historic match, where India emerged triumphant against Australia by a margin of 137 runs.
This victory, breaking a drought since 1981, was a crucial part of a more extensive and successful tour, culminating in India winning the four-match Test series 2-1. Significantly, this achievement marked India as the first Asian team to secure a Test series victory on Australian soil.
The standout performance came from Jasprit Bumrah, who delivered exceptional figures of 9 for 86, including a career-best 6 for 33 – a landmark achievement for an Indian fast bowler on Australian terrain. While Cheteshwar Pujara’s second century of the series and the notable debut of opener Mayank Agarwal, who scored an impressive 76, contributed significantly to India’s overall performance, it was Bumrah’s bowling masterclass that truly turned the tide.
