Overview

• Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the second Test in Adelaide due to a side strain, dealing a significant blow to Australia's bowling lineup.
• Scott Boland is expected to replace Hazlewood, with Sean Abbott and Brendan Doggett added to the squad as additional cover.
• India secured a commanding 295-run victory in the first Test in Perth, with standout performances from Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and debutant Harshit Rana.
• Rain delayed the start of India’s two-day warm-up match against the Prime Minister’s XI in Canberra, a key preparation for the upcoming pink-ball Test.
• Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s interactions with Virat Kohli during the warm-up match highlighted Kohli’s global appeal and key role in India’s campaign.