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India Fights Back in Brisbane Test, Avoids Follow-On Against Australia

Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul lead resistance with crucial innings as Bumrah and Akash Deep secure a vital last-wicket stand.

  • Ravindra Jadeja scored a resilient 77 runs and KL Rahul contributed 84, helping India recover from a precarious position at 74/5 in the first innings.
  • India's lower order, led by Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep, forged a critical 39-run partnership to avoid the follow-on, ending day four at 252/9.
  • Australia's first innings total of 445 was bolstered by a 241-run partnership between Steve Smith (101) and Travis Head (152).
  • Rain is forecast for the final day in Brisbane, with a high chance of showers and potential thunderstorms potentially impacting play.
  • With the series tied 1-1, the outcome of the match remains uncertain, but India's fightback has kept their hopes alive in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
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