AUS 241-4 (67) | IND Vs AUS Live Cricket Score And Updates BGT 2024 4th Test: Bumrah Removes Head For Duck

India vs Australia, BGT 2024 4th Test Match Live Cricket Score and Updates: Jasprit Bumrah took the wicket of Usman Khawaja in the second session of Day 2.

India vs Australia, BGT 2024 4th Test Match Live Cricket Score and Updates: India's bowlers put up a much-improved performance in this session, but only managed to claim one wicket. Bumrah and Akash Deep maintained tight lines, troubling the batters, especially Akash Deep, who repeatedly beat Khawaja's outside edge. However, luck wasn't on India's side, as the edges kept falling short of the slip cordon. Khawaja reached fifty but fell cheaply to Bumrah, a soft dismissal. Labuschagne, despite taking a few blows, has shown resilience and is starting to look more comfortable at the crease. The pitch seems slow, as suggested by the lack of carry on edges and the difficulty in getting the ball to the slips. The true nature of the pitch may become clearer when Australia's pacers bowl, but for now, India will look to capitalize on the breakthrough and find more wickets.

26 December 2024

11:09 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Travis Head Out For Duck

Bumrah dismisses Head for a duck with a superb delivery that nipped in to hit the top of off stump. Rohit's attacking field and smart captaincy paid off brilliantly for India.

Live Score
AUS 240/4 (66.5)  CRR: 3.59
Day 1: 3rd Session

11:01 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Sundar Strikes

Washington Sundar dismisses Labuschagne, who fell against the run of play after a solid 72. Labuschagne mistimed an expansive shot, and Kohli at mid-off leaped to take a safe catch.

Live Score AUS 237/3 (65.5)  CRR: 3.6
Day 1: 3rd Session

10:55 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Unlucky Akash Deep

Akash Deep delivers a fiery back-of-a-length ball that straightens with extra bounce, leaving Labuschagne beaten. Despite his relentless efforts, Akash Deep remains wicketless.

Live Score AUS 237/2 (65)  CRR: 3.65
Day 1: 3rd Session

10:33 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Australia On Top

Australia's scoring momentum has increased, adding 41 runs in six overs. Smith is targeting Jadeja aggressively, while Akash Deep remains unlucky. With Bumrah and Siraj tiring, Rohit may soon rely on Reddy and Sundar, presenting opportunities for Australia.

Live Score AUS 221/2 (60.1)  CRR: 3.67
Day 1: 3rd Session

09:47 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Tea Break

India bowled tightly, with Bumrah and Akash Deep troubling the batters, but only claimed one wicket. Khawaja reached fifty before falling softly, while Labuschagne showed resilience. The pitch appears slow, with edges not carrying, and the pacers' performance remains to be seen.

09:40 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Marnus Labuschagne Nears Fifty

Jadeja bowled a tight spell, testing Labuschagne with varying deliveries, who blocked and defended solidly. Smith nudged singles off Jadeja, with both batsmen keeping the scoreboard ticking as they carefully negotiated the spin, adding a few runs without taking risks.

LIVE Score AUS 171/2 (52)  CRR: 3.29
Day 1: 2nd Session

09:13 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Bumrah Strikes

Bumrah dismissed Khawaja for 57 with a short delivery on his first ball of a new spell. Khawaja mistimed a pull, toe-ending it to short mid-wicket where KL Rahul took the catch, giving India a crucial breakthrough.

LIVE Score AUS 154/2 (44.2)  CRR: 3.47
Day 1: 2nd Session

08:54 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: India Need Quick Wickets

After lunch, Bumrah and Akash Deep bowled tight lines, creating pressure with four maidens. Khawaja reached fifty, while Labuschagne was troubled but resilient. India needs to find a breakthrough to disrupt the partnership.

LIVE Score AUS 140/1 (40)  CRR: 3.5
Day 1: 2nd Session

08:24 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Fifty For Khawaja

Usman Khawaja reached fifty with a thick outside edge off Akash Deep, earning a well-deserved applause from the MCG crowd. Despite a challenging series, Khawaja ground through, delivering a gritty knock that could boost his confidence moving forward.

LIVE Score AUS 127/1 (34)  CRR: 3.74
Day 1: 2nd Session

07:57 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: India Aim To Bounce Back

Akash Deep bowled a probing spell to Usman Khawaja after lunch, delivering six consecutive maidens. He consistently tested Khawaja with balls shaping in, maintaining pressure with precise length and line, as Khawaja defended resolutely without offering any scoring opportunities.

LIVE Score AUS 112/1 (28.2)  CRR: 3.95
Day 1: 2nd Session

07:30 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Can India Bounce Back?

The first session of the 2024 Boxing Day Test saw debutant Sam Konstas shine with a whirlwind knock, scoring 34 off Bumrah’s first spell and reaching 50 off 52 balls. His aggressive play put Australia on top, shielding Khawaja from Bumrah’s threat.

LIVE Score AUS 112/1 (25)  CRR: 4.48
Day 1: Lunch Break

07:03 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Lunch Break

Australia reached 112/1 in 25 overs on Day 1 of the 4th Test against India at the MCG. Sam Konstas was dismissed for 60 by Jadeja, while Usman Khawaja was unbeaten on 38. Marnus Labuschagne joined him at the crease. Australia chose to bat after winning the toss.

LIVE Score AUS 112/1 (25)  CRR: 4.48
Day 1: Lunch Break

06:39 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Jadeja Provides Breakthrough

Jadeja dismisses debutant Sam Konstas for 60, ending an impressive knock that gave Australia an early Boxing Day advantage. A fuller delivery trapped him LBW, and he opted not to review after consulting Khawaja.

LIVE Score AUS 89/1 (19.2)  CRR: 4.6
Day 1: 1st Session

06:24 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Drinks Break

Australia started strongly on Day 1 of the 4th Test against India at the MCG, reaching 83/0 in 16 overs. Debutant Sam Konstas impressed with 55* off 59 balls, partnered by Usman Khawaja on 27*.

LIVE Score AUS 83/0 (16)  CRR: 5.19
Day 1: 1st Session

06:04 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Fifty For Konstas

Sam Konstas reaches a fifty on debut with a spirited two runs off Siraj, celebrating by pointing at his badge and acknowledging the MCG crowd. A thick inside edge off a good-length delivery set up the milestone.

LIVE Score AUS 77/0 (13.2)  CRR: 5.78
Day 1: 1st Session

05:25 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4thTest: Adventurous Konstas

19-year-old Sam Konstas has played so many adventurous shots so far.

WHAT IS GOING ON?!

Konstas ramps Bumrah for four...

And next ball ramps Bumrah for SIX!#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/crhuNOMVLc

— 7Cricket (@7Cricket) December 26, 2024

05:15 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4th Test: Debut For Sam Konstas

19-year-old Sam Konstas has made his Test debut for Australia. Former Australia captain Mark Taylor has presented Konstas his baggy green cap. 

05:08 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4thTest: Indian Playing XI 

India have dropped Shubman Gill from their playing XI for the Boxing Day Test with  Washington Sundar returning to the line-up. 

India Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma (capt), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitesh Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj

01:01 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4thTest: Toss

Australia captain Pat Cummins has won the toss and opted to bat first against India in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. 

00:04 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4thTest: Session Timings

The session timings for IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test In Melbourne are as follows: 

The first session runs from 5:00 am to 7:00 am IST (10:30 am to 12:30 pm AEDT).

The second session takes place from 7:40 am to 9:40 am IST (1:10 pm to 3:10 pm AEDT).

The third session is from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm IST (3:30 pm to 5:30 pm AEDT).

23:50 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4thTest: Eyes On India's Playing XI

This is India's first Test after Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement. So, it will be interesting to see their playing XI for the Melbourne Test. Fans will have to wait till the toss.

23:36 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4thTest: Australia Playing XI

Australia have already announced their playing XI for the Boxing Day Test match before the toss. They have made two changes in their line-up.  

Australia XI: Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Mitch Marsh, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland 

23:34 IST

LIVE IND vs AUS 4thTest: Hello And Welcome

Hello and welcome to the live coverage of Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test, the fourth Test of onging Border-Gavaskar Trophy from the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).