This has been a remarkable bowling performance by India! The spin twins of India, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja have wiped out the Australian batting order for 177 runs. It was the two fast bowlers who got the early breakthroughs with the new ball sending both the openers back to the shed early. Ravindra Jadeja took a remarkable five-wicket haul on his return to the Test side after a prolonged injury and what a miss he has been! Ravichandran Ashwin got to his 450th wicket and he w

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, ! BOWLED! Australia have been bowled out for 177! Ravichandran Ashwin bowls a carrom delivery and serves it full on off, Scott Boland fails to read the delivery and plays down the wrong line as he gets forward to defend. The ball goes past his outside edge and knocks the off stump back. Ravichandran Ashwin gets his third wicket to bring an end to the Australian innings.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Short and quicker outside off, Scott Boland pushes at the delivery but gets beaten on the outside edge.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Fullish outside off, Scott Boland leans forward and smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Full and quicker on off, Scott Boland blocks this one out on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Short and turning into the batter, Scott Boland goes back to defend but gets hit high on the pads.

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, Full and outside off, Scott Boland pushes this one towards short cover. A half-stop there allows Scott Boland to open his account with a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, This is slightly short and in line with the stumps. Scott Boland goes deep in the crease and blocks this back down the pitch. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, Full and outside off, Scott Boland strokes this one towards cover. 

Scott Boland is the last batter for Australia.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! LBW! Ravindra Jadeja gets a five-wicket haul in his comeback from injury! He fires this one full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets across to sweep this one on the leg side but fails to get any bat on it. The ball catches him right in front of the stumps and the umpire raises his finger. Peter Handscomb goes upstairs for a review but the UltraEdge shows no bat involved. It is three reds on Ball Tracking and Peter Handscomb's vigil c

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb shapes to sweep but ends up pushing it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and outside off, Peter Handscomb dabs this one towards backward point and keeps the strike for the next over with a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and quicker on off, Peter Handscomb clips but fails to get it past short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery, full around off, Peter Handscomb works it towards cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, fuller and outside off, Peter Handscomb uses his feet and smothers the ball down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and flatter outside off, Peter Handscomb goes back and pushes it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin will operate from the other end as India stick to their spin bowlers. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller and on off, Peter Handscomb presents a straight bat and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the pads, Peter Handscomb uses his feet and turns it through square leg and retains the strike with a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, full and outside off, Peter Handscomb tries to sweep from outside off but fails to get any bat on it.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the stumps, Peter Handscomb paddles this one straight to short fine leg.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and blocks this one out.

We are back for the post-tea session on Day 1 as the umpires make their way out to the middle. Peter Handscomb will continue his battle and has Nathan Lyon for company as they look to take Australia beyond the 200-run mark. Ravindra Jadeja will begin proceedings after the break. Let's go...

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and angling in on off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the off side .

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Starts with a flighted delivery, full on off, Peter Handscomb defends it back to the bowler.

... DAY 1, SESSION 3 ... 

Having steadied the ship in the first session, Australia needed Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne to carry on and keep the scoreboard ticking in the second session as well. However, the latter was dismissed in the 4th over after Lunch and Matt Renshaw was dismissed on the very next ball which made matters worse for the visitors. Steven Smith did hold one end but he was dismissed soon which put them in a spot of bother. Alex Carey came out with a positive intent and played a counter-atta

Session Summary - 98 runs, 28 overs and 6 wickets. Ravindra Jadeja being the most effective of the three spinners for India in the first session, the hosts persisted with him from one end after Lunch and that paid dividends. Ravindra Jadeja struck twice in as many deliveries to remove Marnus Labuschagne and Matt Renshaw. He then removed the well-set Steven Smith to pile more misery on Australia. Alex Carey and Peter Handscomb did trouble them but Ravi Ashwin accounted for Carey and provided

Ravichandran Ashwin to Nathan Lyon, Tosses this one full and outside the off pole. Nathan Lyon dabs this into the off side. The umpires call for TEA on Day 1

Ravichandran Ashwin to Nathan Lyon, Flighted, full and outside off, Nathan Lyon drives it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb pushes it towards the vacant cover region and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb lunges forward to smother this into the off side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full and into the stumps. Peter Handscomb gets forward to defend this. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and just outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb flicks this to wide mid on and refuses the single. He will keep strike for the last over of the session. 

Nathan Lyon is the new man in.

Ravindra Jadeja to Nathan Lyon, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Nathan Lyon blocks this into the off side. 

Todd Murphy has been adjudged LBW but he has decided to review it. He seems to be in trouble here and yes, he is . The UltraEdge shows no bat and it is three reds on BallTracking.

Ravindra Jadeja to Todd Murphy, ! PLUMB! Ravindra Jadeja is on a roll here and what a comeback this has been for him so far after his injury! He gets his fourth wicket and the debutant has to depart without troubling the scorers. Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Todd Murphy gets his front foot forward and looks to clip this leg side. There are two sounds as the ball balloons up and goes into the hands of slip. There is a loud appeal and the umpire raises h

Ravindra Jadeja to Todd Murphy, Goes full and into the pads. Todd Murphy clips this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb dabs this into the off side and takes a run. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and quicker outside off, Peter Handscomb defends this one back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb presses forward and defends it to short cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Todd Murphy defends this awkwardly into the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Goes full once again and outside the off stump. Todd Murphy look to defend and gets an outside edge just short of second slip to his right. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Great delivery first up! Bowls from 'round the wicket and delivers this full outside off. Todd Murphy pushes at this and gets beaten on the outside edge. 

The debutant Todd Murphy walks out to bat.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, ! CAUGHT! Ravichandran Ashwin gets another one and this is really intelligent bowling from the Indian stalwart! After two off-spinning deliveries, he allows this one to go straight with the arm and serves this outside the off pole. Pat Cummins hangs his bat out to dry and gets an outside edge which goes to Virat Kohli at first slip. He makes no mistake holding onto the catch and Australia have lost their skipper. India have their seventh wicket a

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Loops this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins dabs this towards the off side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Ravichandran Ashwin beats the inside edge of the bat! Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins looks to drive and gets beaten as the ball just shaves the off pole. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Angles this into the pads on a shorter length. Peter Handscomb rocks back and taps this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slightly short and just outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb plays this late and dabs it down towards the slip fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb knocks this towards cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, What a jaffa! Ravindra Jadeja flights this full and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb leans into the shot and gets beaten by the turn. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Goes full once again and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and just outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb pushes at this and gets beaten. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Pat Cummins goes deep in the crease and keeps the ball out. Maiden over from Ravichandran Ashwin.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Tosses this one full and on a leg stump line. Pat Cummins defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Loopy delivery bowled onto the pads. Pat Cummins dabs this into the leg side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Goes full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Bowls this one an off stump line and on a shorter length. Pat Cummins blocks this down the pitch. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Ravichandran Ashwin floats this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! ! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one short and quicker on off, Peter Handscomb goes back in his crease to defend but gets an outside edge. The ball comes off Srikar Bharat's gloves behind the wicket and the deflection makes it tough for Virat Kohli to react at first slip. The ball runs towards the third man fence for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in full and off, Peter Handscomb defends it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Beauty! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one quicker and fuller on off, the ball spins away after pitching and beats Peter Handscomb on the outside edge. There was a polite enquiry for stumping but the replays show that Peter Handscomb had his back leg grounded inside the crease.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb presses forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the stumps, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Bowls this one full and turning away outside off, Peter Handscomb presses forward to defend but gets an outside edge that goes on the bounce to first slip.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Short and on off, Pat Cummins goes back and defends it on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Fuller on off, Pat Cummins drives it firmly to mid off.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Short and on off, Pat Cummins looks to work it on the off side but gets an outside edge that goes past short third man for a couple of runs.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, ! Ashwin tosses this one full and on off, Pat Cummins tries to defend this one but gets an outside edge that goes past first slip and gets off the mark with a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Fuller and on off, Pat Cummins gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Pat Cummins the captain of Australia makes his way out to the middle.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, ! BOWLED! Test wicket number 450 for Ravichandran Ashwin! The reverse sweep brings about the demise of Carey! Ashwin floats this one full and on leg from 'round the wicket, Alex Carey goes for the reverse sweep but does not execute it this time. Gets a bottom edge and the ball trickles back onto the stumps. Ravichandran Ashwin gets a much-needed breakthrough for India. Australia lose their sixth wicket as Alex Carey's counter-attacking cameo comes t

Mohammed Siraj to Peter Handscomb, Back of a length and angling in on middle and leg, Peter Handscomb works this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Slower and on a length on leg, Alex Carey works this one towards square leg and takes a single.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Shorter in length and at the batter, Alex Carey goes for the pull but the ball keeps a bit low and he gets hit on the body.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Back of a length and angling away outside off from over the wicket, Alex Carey punches this one to cover.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! Back-to-back boundaries for Alex Carey! This is even better! Shorter in length around off, Alex Carey lets the ball come to him and steers it through the slip cordon for a boundary. 50-run stand comes up. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! Alex Carey welcomes Siraj with a boundary! Mohammed Siraj bowls this one fuller and outside off, Alex Carey opens the bat face and slices this one towards third man for a boundary.

Axar Patel to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and watchfully blocks this one out.

Axar Patel to Peter Handscomb, Full and angling in on middle, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the leg side.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Short and quicker outside off, Alex Carey guides this one awkwardly towards third man for a single.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Full and angling away on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps this one towards backward point.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, ! Full and on off, Alex Carey picks the length early and uses the pace. Paddles this one through short fine leg for a boundary.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps but fails to get it past first slip.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb goes back and pushes it back to Ravichandran Ashwin.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and turning in on off, Peter Handscomb presses forward but can only push it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full on off, Peter Handscomb clips it straight to mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, A bit short and at the pads, Alex Carey knocks it to mid on and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and pushes it to cover for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb works this one towards the vacant covers region and collects a couple of runs.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, On a length outside off, Alex Carey defends this one on the off side.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Siraj bowls this one on a good length outside off, Alex Carey pushes at the delivery but gets a fine tickle on it. Luckily for him, the ball does not carry to Srikar Bharat behind the wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! SHOT! Mohammed Siraj pitches this one full and outside off, Alex Carey does not miss out as he leans into the drive and gets it past short cover for a boundary. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Back of a length outside off from 'round the wicket, Alex Carey stays on the back foot and punches it to cover.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! On a good length outside off, Alex Carey lets his hands flow and goes through with the drive. Gets it through covers for a boundary. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Siraj starts with a shortish delivery at the batter, Alex Carey hangs back and flicks it to square leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb blocks this one out down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fullish delivery on middle, Peter Handscomb works this one towards short fine leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery, full on middle, Peter Handscomb clips it straight to mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller around off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Tossed up, full and on middle, Alex Carey tries to defend but gets an inside edge towards square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and angling at the stumps, Alex Carey presses forward and defends it to back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Another full delivery at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets behind and plays it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fuller and on off, Peter Handscomb leans forward and dabs it to point.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in quicker, full on middle, Peter Handscomb blocks it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full at the batter, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, Fullish delivery on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps this one towards third man for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, LEG BYES! Full and at the pads, Alex Carey tries to paddle this one but gets it off his pads. The ball goes past leg slip for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb leans forward to defend but gets it from the inner part of the bat towards square leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on middle, Alex Carey goes for the reverse sweep again and gets it over backward point for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Flighted, full on off, Alex Carey smothers the ball to short cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on off, Alex Carey gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge back onto his pads.

DRINKS! The session so far has been all about Ravindra Jadeja! He took three crucial wickets and India have wrenched the advantage back in their favor. Australia were cruising at one stage with Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne looking extremely solid but they are now both back in the shed and Australia need a good partnership now for their last two recognized batters. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and angling into the batter, Alex Carey reverse sweeps but fails to get it past backward point.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Bowls this one full and on off, Alex Carey drives it straight to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Floated, full outside off, Peter Handscomb defends it to cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! Darted in full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb goes back in his crease and tries to push this one on the off side. Gets an outside edge that goes past first slip for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, Flatter and quicker at the stumps, Alex Carey reverse sweeps it to deep backward point for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, ! Another reverse sweep reaps rewards for Alex Carey! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one full and quicker on off, Alex Carey gets into the position early and reverse sweeps this one along the ground towards deep backward point for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Slightly short this time and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb rocks back and dabs this into the leg side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loops this full and just outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Bowls this full and into the stumps. Alex Carey paddles this towards fine leg for a single. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Fuller around off, Alex Carey gets forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Tossed up, full at the stumps, Alex Carey defends this one from the front foot.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Fuller around off, Alex Carey tries to defend this one but gets it from the inner part of the bat.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in full and at the pads, Peter Handscomb looks to help it fine but fails to get any bat on it.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and on off, Peter Handscomb drives it firmly back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, NO BALL! Bowls this one full and on middle, Peter Handscomb watchfully blocks this one out back to the bowler. Ravindra Jadeja has overstepped and will have to bowl this one again.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, A loud appeal but turned down! Ravindra Jadeja angles this one full and around off, the ball spins away after pitching and beats Peter Handscomb on the outside edge. Jadeja thought he heard a noise and went up in appeal but it is turned down. Rohit Sharma decides not to send it upstairs.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Keeps it full again and on middle, Peter Handscomb leans forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Another full delivery on middle, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full on off, Peter Handscomb leans forward and smothers the ball down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, ! Alex Carey is up and running! Ravichandran Ashwin bowls a fullish delivery on off, Alex Carey brings out the reverse sweep and executes it to perfection. Gets it to the right of short third man and opens his account with a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full and outside off, Peter Handscomb pushes it towards cover and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, ! Put away by Peter Handscomb! Ravichandran Ashwin misses his length and bowls a full toss on middle, Peter Handscomb does not miss out and clips this one through mid-wicket for a boundary. 

Alex Carey is the new batter at the crease. Ravichandran Ashwin (5-0-18-0) has been brought back into the attack as well.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, full on middle, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Bowls this short and just outside off. Peter Handscomb knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Starts with a full toss on leg, Peter Handscomb clips this one straight to mid-wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! CLEANED HIM UP! Steven Smith is perplexed but has to make his way back now. Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one on a length on the off stump, Steven Smith gets forward and plays for the turn. The ball goes through with the arm and beats Steven Smith all ends up. The ball sneaks through the gap between bat and pad and takes the off stump. Ravindra Jadeja gets his third wicket and Australia have half their side back in the hut.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, A bit fuller on off, Steven Smith prods forward but gets an outside edge. The edge does not carry to Virat Kohli at first slip. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and around off by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith gets forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, NO BALL! Short and angling into the pads, Steven Smith stays in the crease and works it to short fine leg.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Sharp turn! Full and quicker outside off, Steven Smith presses forward to defend but gets beaten on the outside edge by the away turn.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb leans forward to defend, gets an inside edge towards square leg for a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and on the pads. Peter Handscomb flicks this towards deep backward square leg for a couple of runs. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Steven Smith has not let Axar Patel settle in this over and gets the third boundary! Axar Patel bowls this one full and outside off, right in the slot for the batter, Steven Smith picks the length early and lofts it over mid off for another boundary.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short and at the stumps, Steven Smith defends this one from the crease.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flatter and quicker at the stumps, Steven Smith defends this one out on the off side.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Tossed up, full and outside off, Steven Smith allows the ball to come to him and slices this one past backward point for a boundary. Steven Smith is looking to be positive here. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Full and quicker at the stumps, Steven Smith blocks this one to short cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Cracking shot! Axar Patel floats this one full and outside off, Steven Smith gets the width he needs and he frees his arms. Thumps this one over covers and collects a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, RUNS! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this really quick and short, into the pads. Peter Handscomb rocks back and punches this towards deep mid-wicket. Ravichandran Ashwin gives chase and by the time he gets the ball back the batters run four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Attacks the stumps once again on a fuller length. Peter Handscomb gets forward and taps this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full as well on middle and leg. Peter Handscomb defends this to the right of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery bowled full and on a leg stump line. Peter Handscomb dabs this back down the pitch. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! Great use of the crease here! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one slightly short and outside off. Peter Handscomb goes back towards the stumps and cuts this towards deep point for four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb dabs this just to the left of short leg. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Another maiden over for Mohammad Shami. This is bowled just outside the off pole on a good length. Steven Smith pushes this towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Attacks the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith flicks this towards mid-wicket. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Back to bowling full and angles this into the stumps from outside off. Steven Smith knocks this towards cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length once again and outside the off pole. Steven Smith defends this solidly back towards the bowler. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes really full this time and outside the off stump. Steven Smith digs this out towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami bowls this one a good length and on an off stump line. Steven Smith gets behind the ball and blocks this to mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb defends this to the left of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full and on middle, Peter Handscomb leans forward and smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Jadeja bowls this one full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Continues to bowl straight and on a fuller length. Peter Handscomb gets forward and taps it back down the pitch towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this full as well and keeps it straight. Peter Handscomb looks to defend and gets an inside edge towards square leg. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb blocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, NO BALL! Peter Handscomb safely negotiates the hat-trick ball! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb dabs this towards silly point. He has overstepped though and the wicket would have not counted even if he had got one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length this time and outside the off pole. Steven Smith covers the line of the ball and taps this towards cover. Maiden over from Mohammad Shami to follow up the two wickets by Ravindra Jadeja.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and angles this into the stumps. Steven Smith clips this towards mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith knocks this straight to cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full on the pads. Steven Smith clips this towards square leg. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Fuller and outside off, Steven Smith moves across and steers this one to backward point. Axar Patel there does fumble but the batters decide not to run a single.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a length outside off by Mohammad Shami, Steven Smith shuffles across and pushes this one to cover.

Peter Handscomb is the new man in and he has his task cut out here.

Ravindra Jadeja to Matt Renshaw, ! LBW! Ravindra Jadeja has two wickets in two balls and India have managed to claw themselves back on top! Ravindra Jadeja fights this one full and in line with the stumps. Matt Renshaw gets forward and looks to work this leg side but misses and gets hit on the pads. A huge appeal from all the Indian players around the bat and the umpire raises his finger. Matt Renshaw discusses it with Steven Smith and they decide to go for the review. There does

Matt Renshaw walks in at number 5.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, ! STUMPED! Ravindra Jadeja gets the breakthrough and that is great work behind the wicket by Srikar Bharat! The dangerous Marnus Labuschagne has to make the long walk back to the shed. Ravindra Jadeja flights this one full and on an off stump line. Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and looks to work this leg side and his back foot leaves the crease as his weight comes forward. The ball spins away from the bat and beats the outside edge. Srikar B

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full this time and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne smothers this inro the pitch on the front foot. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne stays in the crease and taps it into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, This is short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this into the leg side. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full once more and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this solidly back down the pitch. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Attacks the stumps once more and continues to bowl full. Steven Smith knocks this back towards the bowler.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith taps this back down the pitch.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and this time outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Australia doing it nicely here! There are being watchful and rotating the strike while at the same time putting bad balls away. This is full and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards deep square leg for a single. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammad Shami bowls this really full and on an off-stump line Marnus Labuschagne digs this out towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this wide of cover and takes one to retain strike. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and attacks the stumps once again. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and punches this towards mid on.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fires this one full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards silly point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Skids this one into the stumps and on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and gets his bat down in time. Taps the ball towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith drives this wide of mid off and takes a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and into the stumps. Steven Smith leans forward and defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja will operate from the other end.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the cover fielder. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and angles this into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne looks to clip this away but misses and gets hit on the pads. There is an appeal but the umpire remains unmoved. There is a discussion about whether to take the review and Rohit Sharma decides against it. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full this time and angles this into the pads. Steven Smith clips this towards square leg and sets off for a single. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, ! Steven Smith slaps this away! Mohammad Shami bowls this short and outside off. Steven Smith swivels and pulls this towards deep square leg for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and just outside the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this towards mid off. 

We are back for the post-lunch session on Day 1. Marnus Labuschagne and Steven Smith make their way out in the middle followed by the Indian players. Mohammad Shami will get the proceedings underway in the second session. Let's play...

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami starts off with a full delivery in line with the stumps. Steven Smith clips this towards short mid-wicket. 

... DAY 1, SESSION 2 ...

Australia lost the in-form Usman Khawaja in the second over and David Warner followed him back into the shed soon after. Marnus Labuschagne and Steven Smith resumed their outstanding association and began rebuilding the inning slowly but steadily. They took their time at the wicket putting away the bad deliveries when on offer. They have built a nice partnership of 74 runs as the boundaries started to flow and the visitors will be hoping that they can continue the good work. The batters to

SESSION SUMMARY - 76 runs, 32 overs, and 2 wickets. What an intriguing battle we have witnessed in this session! Both teams will go into the break feeling good about the effort they have put out in the middle. India got off to a great start with the ball with Mohammed Siraj striking on his very first delivery. Mohammad Shami dismissed the other opener the very next over and the hosts were off to the perfect start. They have faced some resistance since then but the bowlers have been pretty dis

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full and angles it into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne gets his front foot forward and defends this towards mid on. That will be LUNCH on DAY 1! 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Strays onto the pads this time on a shorter length. Steven Smith tucks this towards square leg for a single. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Gets this one to skid into the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith gets his bat low and keeps the ball out. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith strokes this straight to cover-point. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and into the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this back towards the bowler.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Axar Patel bowls this short and outside the off stump. Steven Smith misses out as he mistimes his cut towards cover-point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled on an off stump line. Marnus Labuschagne defends this to the left of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne strokes this to the fielder at cover-point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne looks to punch this into the off side but gets an inside edge towards square leg. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Angles this into the pads on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja fires this one full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Fullish delivery at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne works this one to mid on and retains the strike with a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Smart batting! Flighted outside off by Ravichandran Ashwin, Marnus Labuschagne picks the length early and paddles this one wide of short fine leg. Mohammed Siraj does perform the chase but the ball had enough legs on it to reach the fence.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and at the pads, Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out from the front foot on the leg side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Full and on middle and leg, Steven Smith drives this one towards mid on and takes a quick single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Fuller delivery on middle and leg, Steven Smith looks to turn this one on the leg side but gets an inside edge that falls wide of short leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ashwin tosses this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne shimmies down the track and clears this front leg at the last moment to go inside out. Drives it through covers and batters run three there.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Darted in short and on leg, Steven Smith looks to defend but gets beaten on the inside edge and gets hit on the pads.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and at the stumps, Steven Smith drives it firmly to the right of the bowler. Ravindra Jadeja reacts quickly and makes a good stop.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Fuller around off by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith clips it firmly towards mid-wicket but fails to get it past Cheteshwar Pujara.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller in length on middle, Marnus Labuschagne takes a stride forward and knocks it to mid on for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and defneds it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Beautiful timing! Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and plays it against the turn. Drives this along the ground and gets it right between mid-wicket and mid on for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, A bit short in length outside off, Steven Smith uses his feet and defends this one down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Tossed up, full around off, Steven Smith clips it firmly towards Rohit Sharma at short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Fuller in length outside off, Steven Smith gets forward and blocks this one out on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Short and quicker outside off, Steven Smith advances down the track but can only block this one out towards extra cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full outside off, Marnus Labuschagne presses forward and pushes it to mid on for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Serves this one full and around off, Steven Smith steps out and drives it firmly to mid on. They cross for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one full and on middle, Marnus Labuschagne presses forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and just outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and blocks this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne goes back and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller on off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and strokes it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Beauty! Short and turning away outside off, Marnus Labuschagne goes back to defend but gets beaten on the outside edge by the sharp away turn.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and at the stumps by Ravindra Jadeja, Marnus Labuschagne stays inside the line and tries to sweep the delivery. But gets a bottom edge back onto his pads.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Full and quicker outside off, Steven Smith defends this one from the front foot towards cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and turning into the batter, Marnus Labuschagne goes back in his crease and flicks it towards deep square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller outside off, Marnus Labuschagne tries to work it on the leg side but close the bat face early. Miscues it towards cover for a dot.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and pushes it to short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Flighted, fuller at the stumps, Steven Smith gets forward and clips it to the left of deep square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Ashwin bowls this one short and turning in on middle, Steven Smith allows the ball to turn and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne shimmies down the wicket and clips this towards mid-wicket/ The fielder makes a good stop diving to his left. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Slightly shorter this time and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne goes on the back foot and keeps this one out. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this full as well and closer to the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and blocks this to short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne strokes this firmly but straight to the cover fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and smothers the ball into the leg side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards point. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, This is outside the off pole on a shorter length. Steven Smith walks across the stumps and clips this to square leg. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl short and on a leg stump line. Steven Smith blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne guides this to backward point for a single. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Tossed up, full and at the stumps, Steven Smith advances down the track and clips it to deep mid-wicket for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and at the stumps. Steven Smith defends this back to the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravichandran Ashwin bowls this short and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards deep square leg for a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and in line with the stumps. Steven Smith defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and outside the off pole Steven Smith defends this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! That's a cracking shot! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this slightly short and outside off. Steven Smith rocks back and punches this to deep cover for four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and outside the off stump. Steven Smith defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, How close was that! Ravindra Jadeja bowls a loopy delivery full and on an off stump line. The ball spins away from the bat and misses the off pole by a fraction. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja flights this full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards cover. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Some turn and bounce this time! Bowls this on a shorter length and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend but misses and gets hit on the body. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this back to the left of the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne taps this to the right of the short mid-wicket fielder. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, goes slightly fuller this time and straight. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Slightly short once again and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne tuck this towards short leg. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravichandran Ashwin starts from around the wicket and bowls this short just outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend but gets an outside edge towards third man for a couple of runs. 

A huge roar from the crowd as Ravichandran Ashwin is brought into the attack.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Massive turn there! Gets this to spin away from the bat on a fuller length. Steven Smith pushes at this outside off and gets beaten all ends up. Another maiden over for Ravindra Jadeja. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Gets this one to come back into stumps from a fuller length. Steven Smith pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and outside off. Steven Smith dabs this towards the short cover fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith shimmies down and blocks this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full and into the pads. Steven Smith tucks this into the leg side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this short and outside off Steven Smith goes on the back foot and dabs this towards cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, A tad bit shorter and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this towards extra cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this into the leg side. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Easy pickings! Axar Patel strays on the pads and bowls it a bit short, Marnus Labuschagne rocks back on the back foot and flicks this one through square leg. Gets it wide of the man there and collects a boundary. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne stays back in the crease and defends it towards backward point.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller outside off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and pushes this one to cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and drifitng in on leg, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and pushes it to mid-wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Another fuller deliivery around off, Steven Smith presses forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and angling in on middle and leg by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith blocks this one out from the front foot.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Short and on middle, Steven Smith goes back and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Fuller and at the stumps, Steven Smith leans forward and pushes it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Another full delivery on middle, Steven Smith gets behind the line and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Starts with a flighted delivery, full on off, Steven Smith gets on the front foot and defends it to short cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller around off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and pushes it to backward point.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne looks to block and gets an inside edge towards short leg. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Fine shot from Marnus Labuschagne as he plays this really late! Axar Patel bowls this one slightly short and angles it into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and cuts this towards deep backward square leg for four runs. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Fired in short and quicker at the batter, Marnus Labuschagne goes on the back foot and just about manages to keep the ball out.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and angling in on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend this one but gets hit high on the pads.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, A polite enquiry but turned down! Axar Patel fires this one full and quicker on middle, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! Ravindra Jadeja tosses this one full and on middle, Steven Smith shimmies down the track and gets to the pitch of the delivery. Lofts it over mid-wicket and collects a boundary. Good proactive batting by Steven Smith.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and drifting in on leg, Steven Smith gets behind the line and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne uses his feet and drives it wide of mid on for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short an outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne rocks back in the crease and blocks this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and blocks this out. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja tosses this one full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this towards mid off. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flighted full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, This has shot up from the surface! Axar Patel flights this one full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith looks to get forward but is surprised by the extra bounce. Beats the outside edge as well and lobs up off the keeper's gloves. They take two byes in the process. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls this one short and outside off, much quicker through the air. Steven Smith punches this towards point. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith clocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Fuller on off, Steven Smith gets forward and defends this one on the off side.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Axar Patel bowls this one quicker and full outside off, Steven Smith frees his arms and slashes at the delivery. Gets an outside edge that flies quickly to the right of Virat Kohli at first slip. Kohli sticks out his right hand but the ball does not stick in his hand and Steven Smith gets a reprieve.

DRINKS! Just the start India would have been hoping for as they have sent both the Australian openers back to the dressing room early. Both the fast bowlers have one wicket in their kitty but Australia have begun to rebuild their innings with their two main batters. This is the crucial partnership for the visitors and India will want to get the breakthrough before the lunch break. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller on off by Mohammad Shami, Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out from the front foot.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Nicely played! Mohammad Shami bowls this one on a good length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne picks the length early and presses forward. Drives it along the ground and to the left of mid off for a boundary.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne drives this one straight to backward point.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Another good-length delivery at the batter, Marnus Labuschagne tucks this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, On a length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne dabs this one along the ground to cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Shami bowls this one fuller and angling down the leg side, Marnus Labuschagne tries to flick this one but misses.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short in length at the stumps, Steven Smith tries to use his feet and get to the pitch of the delivery but fails to do so. Ends up getting an inside edge back onto his pads.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls it full and on off, Steven Smith pushes this one from the front foot to short cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Serves this one fuller in length on off, Steven Smith leans forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short and angling at the pads, Steven Smith tries to defend on the back foot but gets an inside edge back onto his pads. The ball lobs towards the vacant short leg region.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Another flighted delivery, full and outside off, Steven Smith gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge back onto his pads.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full on off, Steven Smith pushes this one to short cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Good stop! On a length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne tries to steer this one through the slip cordon but Suryakumar Yadav stationed there at second slip makes a good diving stop to his right. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Serves this one fuller and outside off, a hint of away movement, Marnus Labuschagne drives this one from the toe end of the bat towards cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one fuller in length on the off stump, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and works it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Another delivery on a good length, Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the delivery away from his body but mishits it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length in the channel outside off, Marnus Labuschagne dabs this one to backward point.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Shami starts with a full delivery on off, Marnus Labuschagne gets behind the line and drives it to mid on.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller on off, Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and steers this one wide of backward point and retains the strike with a single.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and angling into the batter, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and defends it back to the bowler.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker at the stumps, the ball keeps a tad low but Marnus Labuschagne manages to block this one out.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Flighted, full around off, Marnus Labuschagne uses his feet and plays it towards Rohit Sharma at short cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Darted in full and quicker on off, Marnus Labuschagne pushes this one from the crease to backward point.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bye! Axar Patel floats this one full and outside off, the ball turns away after pitching, Steven Smith looks to drive it on the up but misses. Srikar Bharat behind the wicket misses as well and concedes a bye.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammed Siraj serves this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne presents a straight bat and drives it to mid on. Another maiden for Mohammed Siraj.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and angling into the batter from over the wicket, Marnus Labuschagne clips this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length around off, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and whips this one towards mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and angling in on middle by Mohammed Siraj, Marnus Labuschagne clips this one nicely but fails to get it past square leg.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Siraj pitches this one full and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and drives it along the ground to mid off.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one back of a length and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne hangs back and dabs this one to cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls this one slightly short and on an off-stump line. Steven Smith looks to stand tall and defend but gets squared up. The ball goes off the outside edge towards point. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Another flighted delivery bowled full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this into the vacant point region and takes a single. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne gets a good stride forward and blocks this towards silly point. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this into the pitch on the leg side. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full as well and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this straight to short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Axar Patel flights this full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne drives this uppishly and the ball lands just short of cover. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Another fullish delivery bowled outside off. Steven Smith blocks this into the offside and indicates there is some extra bounce. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith knocks this back towards the bowler. Mohammed Siraj looks to grab the ball and throw it back but fumbles. He gives the batter the stare nonetheless. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Bowls this on a fuller length and outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards the cover fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Gets the ball to nip back in from a good length and outside off. Steven Smith steps across the stumps and looks to keep the ball out. Misses and gets hit on the pads. There is an inquiry from the bowler but the impact is clearly outside off. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith gets across the stumps and defends this towards mid on. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Mohammed Siraj bowls a full delivery outside the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this to the left of the bowler. 

Change of ends for Mohammed Siraj.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne makes rooms and knocks this straight to short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and defends this back to the bowler. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one quick and into the stumps on a shorter length. Marnus Labuschagne tucks this towards square leg. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl short and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards the mid-wicket fielder. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Axar Patel begins with a shortish delivery bowled outside off. Marnus Labuschagne taps this towoards point. 

It will be spin from both ends as Axar Patel comes on to bowl from the opposite end.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Strays onto the pads on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne misses his flick and the ball goes off the pads to the right of short fine leg for a leg bye. Ravindra Jadeja starts with a maiden. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this back down the pitch towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Angles this one into the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one slightly short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja gets turn straight away! Bowls this full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the ball and gets beaten in the outside edge. 

Spin for the first time in this Test as Ravindra Jadeja is introduced into the attack.

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Bowls an in-swinger once again from a good length and just outside off. Steven Smith blocks this out towards the mid on fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pulls this towards mid-wicket and Ravindra Jadeja makes a good stop low to his left. They take a single as the ball is parried towards mid on. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Attacks the stumps once again on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne defends this back towards the bowler. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and angles this into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the mid-wicket fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out solidly. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Another outside edge and four more runs added to Marnus Labuschagne's kitty! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne looks to block this with soft hands but gets a thick edge that flies into the gap towards third man for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Gets this one to nip back in sharply from a fuller length and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith is across the stumps once again but he just about manages to block this towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, A tad bit fuller and outside the off pole. Steven Smith steps across the line of the stumps and looks to play at the ball but decides to leave it at the last moment. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length once again and outside the off stump. Steven Smith lets the keeper collect this one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, ! First boundary for Steven Smith and it is a beautiful cover-drive! Mohammad Shami bowls this slightly fuller and outside the off stump. Steven Smith gets a good stride forward and strokes this towards deep cover for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this one wide outside the off pole on a good length. Steven Smith not interested to play at this one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami strays onto the pads on a fuller length. Steven Smith clips this towards deep backward square leg and collects a couple of runs to get off the mark. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, What a jaffa! Mohammed Siraj bowls this on a good length and angles it into the batter but gets the ball to straighten after pitching. Marnus Labuschagne plays for the line of the ball and gets beaten on the outside edge, 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes back to bowling on a good length and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne raises his arms to this one. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Second boundary of the over and a bit of fortune in this one! Mohammed Siraj goes slightly fuller and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the ball and it takes the outside edge as it goes through the gap in the slip cordon for four runs to third man. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne taps this into the pitch on the off side. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls on a good length this time and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the point fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! That is a controlled shot from Marnus Labuschagne as Australia get their first boundary off the bat! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne punches this straight towards long on for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this on a good length as well and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this towards the mid on fielder. A maiden wicket for Mohammad Shami as well with just four byes conceded. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length and angling into the batter, Steven Smith shuffles a bit to work it on the leg side. The ball keeps a bit low but Smith still manages to push it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, There is definitely some wing on offer here! Mohammad Shami bowls this wide outside the off stump on a good length. Steven Smith leaves this one alone as well. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Shami serves this one fuller and swinging away outside off, Steven Smith does not reach out to the delivery and leaves it alone.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, BYES! Mohammad Shami bowls this full and strays down leg. There is some late moevement in the air and the ball keeps going away from Srikar Bharat as he dives to his left. Four extra runs for Australia .

Steven Smith comes out to bat with Australia tottering at 2-2. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, ! TIMBER! Mohammad Shami sends the stumps for a walk and both the Australian openers are back in the shed! Mohammad Shami bowls from 'round the wicket and serves this on a good length, angled into the stumps from outside off. David Warner gets forward slightly but plays the wrong line as the ball goes into the gap between the bat and the pad to send the off pole cart-wheeling away. Mohammad Shami and the Indian players look pumped up and this is just

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Offers width outside off once again on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne continues to raise his arm and leave the ball alone. A maiden wicket for Mohammed Siraj to start proceedings. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Beaten! That is a good delivery as he gets it closer to the off pole on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne feels for this one and the ball skims past the outside edge. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl on a good length and well outside off. Marnus Labuschagne shoulders his arms to this one as well. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne leaves this one alone as the ball stays low once again.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne shoulders arms and leaves the ball alone.

Marnus Labuschagne walks in at number 3 for Australia.

Mohammed Siraj to Usman Khawaja, ! A huge wicket for India as the in-form Usman Khawaja has to depart! Mohammed Siraj draws first blood on his very first delivery and India are off to a good start! Massive shout! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full, on a leg stump line and gets the ball to shape back in. Usman Khawaja looks to clip this away but misses the line of the ball and plays all over this. A huge appeal from the Indian players around the bat. The umpire remains unmoved and af

Mohammed Siraj will share the new ball from the other end.

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Continues to bowl on the outside off-stump channel. David Warner will let the ball go through to the keeper once again. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Delivers this wide outside the off pole on a shorter length. David Warner raises his arms and leaves the ball alone. 

Mohammad Shami to Usman Khawaja, Mohammad Shami comes 'round the wicket and serves this at the stumps on a good length. Usman Khawaja clips this towards square leg and takes one to open his account. 

Mohammad Shami to Usman Khawaja, On a good length this time and just outside the off stump. Usman Khawaja shoulders his arms to this one as the ball stays low once again. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, David Warner and Australia are off and running! Mohammad Shami bowls this back of a length and outside the off stump. David Warner gets on his toes and dabs this towards covers with soft hands. They take a quick single. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Mohammad Shami starts off with a fullish delivery but serves it wide outside the off stump. David Warner is watchful and leaves this one alone. Not much carry to the keeper. 

Right then, we are done with the national anthems and we are all set for the action to start. Australian openers make their way out in the middle followed by the Indian players. David Warner and Usman Khawaja will open the innings for Australia. Mohammad Shami will start the proceedings with the new ball for India. Here we go...

Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins lead their respective sides out for the national anthems. It will be Australia's first followed by the national anthem of India.

TOSS - The captains are out in the middle. The coin is flipped into the air and lands in favor of Australia. They have elected to BAT first.

Mark Waugh is out in the middle for a live pitch report after the toss. He says that it is an unusual pitch with different shades on it. Mentions that it is dry but there is a nice grass covering. Admits that it is a big toss for Australians to win but they will need to be watchful while facing the new ball as there could be some help for the fast bowlers who will get some movement. Adds that they can make the most of it when the spinners come into the attack. Claims that the Australians wil

Rohit Sharma says that they would have batted first as well but they have a quality bowling attack to restrict the opponents. Mentions that the pitch looks pretty dry and there will be some help for the bowlers, especially spinners. Claims that when they trained on this ground there was some movement for the seamers so they will see how they start. Adds that they have had good preparation over the last few days while training and the boys are looking forward to it. Admits that it is the b

Pat Cummins the captain of Australia says they will have a bat. Mentions that the pitch looks different from what they have in Australia. Claims that they all come to India a couple of times in a year and that should help them understand the conditions better. Reckons that they need to tweak a few things from how they played against South Africa. Adds that they have had good preparations over the last few months and they feel well placed. Admits that they have had a few injuries but have

India (Playing XI) - Rohit Sharma (C), KL Rahul, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Srikar Bharat (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Axar Patel, Mohammad Shami, Mohammed Siraj.

Australia (Playing XI) - David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Matt Renshaw, Peter Handscomb, Alex Carey (WK), Pat Cummins (C), Todd Murphy, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland.

Starc to Mendis, no run, beaten outside off

Starc to MDKJ Perera, , no run, full and straight and through his defences, clean bowled

Starc to MDKJ Perera, wide, down leg side

Starc to Dilshan, one run, edged down to third man

Starc to Dilshan, no run, played to mid wicket

Starc to MDKJ Perera, one run, outside edge to third man

This has been a remarkable bowling performance by India! The spin twins of India, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja have wiped out the Australian batting order for 177 runs. It was the two fast bowlers who got the early breakthroughs with the new ball sending both the openers back to the shed early. Ravindra Jadeja took a remarkable five-wicket haul on his return to the Test side after a prolonged injury and what a miss he has been! Ravichandran Ashwin got to his 450th wicket and he w

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, ! BOWLED! Australia have been bowled out for 177! Ravichandran Ashwin bowls a carrom delivery and serves it full on off, Scott Boland fails to read the delivery and plays down the wrong line as he gets forward to defend. The ball goes past his outside edge and knocks the off stump back. Ravichandran Ashwin gets his third wicket to bring an end to the Australian innings.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Short and quicker outside off, Scott Boland pushes at the delivery but gets beaten on the outside edge.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Fullish outside off, Scott Boland leans forward and smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Full and quicker on off, Scott Boland blocks this one out on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Short and turning into the batter, Scott Boland goes back to defend but gets hit high on the pads.

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, Full and outside off, Scott Boland pushes this one towards short cover. A half-stop there allows Scott Boland to open his account with a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, This is slightly short and in line with the stumps. Scott Boland goes deep in the crease and blocks this back down the pitch. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, Full and outside off, Scott Boland strokes this one towards cover. 

Scott Boland is the last batter for Australia.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! LBW! Ravindra Jadeja gets a five-wicket haul in his comeback from injury! He fires this one full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets across to sweep this one on the leg side but fails to get any bat on it. The ball catches him right in front of the stumps and the umpire raises his finger. Peter Handscomb goes upstairs for a review but the UltraEdge shows no bat involved. It is three reds on Ball Tracking and Peter Handscomb's vigil c

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb shapes to sweep but ends up pushing it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and outside off, Peter Handscomb dabs this one towards backward point and keeps the strike for the next over with a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and quicker on off, Peter Handscomb clips but fails to get it past short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery, full around off, Peter Handscomb works it towards cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, fuller and outside off, Peter Handscomb uses his feet and smothers the ball down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and flatter outside off, Peter Handscomb goes back and pushes it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin will operate from the other end as India stick to their spin bowlers. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller and on off, Peter Handscomb presents a straight bat and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the pads, Peter Handscomb uses his feet and turns it through square leg and retains the strike with a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, full and outside off, Peter Handscomb tries to sweep from outside off but fails to get any bat on it.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the stumps, Peter Handscomb paddles this one straight to short fine leg.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and blocks this one out.

We are back for the post-tea session on Day 1 as the umpires make their way out to the middle. Peter Handscomb will continue his battle and has Nathan Lyon for company as they look to take Australia beyond the 200-run mark. Ravindra Jadeja will begin proceedings after the break. Let's go...

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and angling in on off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the off side .

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Starts with a flighted delivery, full on off, Peter Handscomb defends it back to the bowler.

... DAY 1, SESSION 3 ... 

Having steadied the ship in the first session, Australia needed Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne to carry on and keep the scoreboard ticking in the second session as well. However, the latter was dismissed in the 4th over after Lunch and Matt Renshaw was dismissed on the very next ball which made matters worse for the visitors. Steven Smith did hold one end but he was dismissed soon which put them in a spot of bother. Alex Carey came out with a positive intent and played a counter-atta

Session Summary - 98 runs, 28 overs and 6 wickets. Ravindra Jadeja being the most effective of the three spinners for India in the first session, the hosts persisted with him from one end after Lunch and that paid dividends. Ravindra Jadeja struck twice in as many deliveries to remove Marnus Labuschagne and Matt Renshaw. He then removed the well-set Steven Smith to pile more misery on Australia. Alex Carey and Peter Handscomb did trouble them but Ravi Ashwin accounted for Carey and provided

Ravichandran Ashwin to Nathan Lyon, Tosses this one full and outside the off pole. Nathan Lyon dabs this into the off side. The umpires call for TEA on Day 1

Ravichandran Ashwin to Nathan Lyon, Flighted, full and outside off, Nathan Lyon drives it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb pushes it towards the vacant cover region and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb lunges forward to smother this into the off side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full and into the stumps. Peter Handscomb gets forward to defend this. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and just outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb flicks this to wide mid on and refuses the single. He will keep strike for the last over of the session. 

Nathan Lyon is the new man in.

Ravindra Jadeja to Nathan Lyon, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Nathan Lyon blocks this into the off side. 

Todd Murphy has been adjudged LBW but he has decided to review it. He seems to be in trouble here and yes, he is . The UltraEdge shows no bat and it is three reds on BallTracking.

Ravindra Jadeja to Todd Murphy, ! PLUMB! Ravindra Jadeja is on a roll here and what a comeback this has been for him so far after his injury! He gets his fourth wicket and the debutant has to depart without troubling the scorers. Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Todd Murphy gets his front foot forward and looks to clip this leg side. There are two sounds as the ball balloons up and goes into the hands of slip. There is a loud appeal and the umpire raises h

Ravindra Jadeja to Todd Murphy, Goes full and into the pads. Todd Murphy clips this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb dabs this into the off side and takes a run. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and quicker outside off, Peter Handscomb defends this one back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb presses forward and defends it to short cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Todd Murphy defends this awkwardly into the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Goes full once again and outside the off stump. Todd Murphy look to defend and gets an outside edge just short of second slip to his right. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Great delivery first up! Bowls from 'round the wicket and delivers this full outside off. Todd Murphy pushes at this and gets beaten on the outside edge. 

The debutant Todd Murphy walks out to bat.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, ! CAUGHT! Ravichandran Ashwin gets another one and this is really intelligent bowling from the Indian stalwart! After two off-spinning deliveries, he allows this one to go straight with the arm and serves this outside the off pole. Pat Cummins hangs his bat out to dry and gets an outside edge which goes to Virat Kohli at first slip. He makes no mistake holding onto the catch and Australia have lost their skipper. India have their seventh wicket a

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Loops this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins dabs this towards the off side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Ravichandran Ashwin beats the inside edge of the bat! Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins looks to drive and gets beaten as the ball just shaves the off pole. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Angles this into the pads on a shorter length. Peter Handscomb rocks back and taps this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slightly short and just outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb plays this late and dabs it down towards the slip fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb knocks this towards cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, What a jaffa! Ravindra Jadeja flights this full and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb leans into the shot and gets beaten by the turn. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Goes full once again and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and just outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb pushes at this and gets beaten. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Pat Cummins goes deep in the crease and keeps the ball out. Maiden over from Ravichandran Ashwin.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Tosses this one full and on a leg stump line. Pat Cummins defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Loopy delivery bowled onto the pads. Pat Cummins dabs this into the leg side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Goes full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Bowls this one an off stump line and on a shorter length. Pat Cummins blocks this down the pitch. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Ravichandran Ashwin floats this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! ! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one short and quicker on off, Peter Handscomb goes back in his crease to defend but gets an outside edge. The ball comes off Srikar Bharat's gloves behind the wicket and the deflection makes it tough for Virat Kohli to react at first slip. The ball runs towards the third man fence for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in full and off, Peter Handscomb defends it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Beauty! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one quicker and fuller on off, the ball spins away after pitching and beats Peter Handscomb on the outside edge. There was a polite enquiry for stumping but the replays show that Peter Handscomb had his back leg grounded inside the crease.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb presses forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the stumps, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Bowls this one full and turning away outside off, Peter Handscomb presses forward to defend but gets an outside edge that goes on the bounce to first slip.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Short and on off, Pat Cummins goes back and defends it on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Fuller on off, Pat Cummins drives it firmly to mid off.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Short and on off, Pat Cummins looks to work it on the off side but gets an outside edge that goes past short third man for a couple of runs.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, ! Ashwin tosses this one full and on off, Pat Cummins tries to defend this one but gets an outside edge that goes past first slip and gets off the mark with a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Fuller and on off, Pat Cummins gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Pat Cummins the captain of Australia makes his way out to the middle.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, ! BOWLED! Test wicket number 450 for Ravichandran Ashwin! The reverse sweep brings about the demise of Carey! Ashwin floats this one full and on leg from 'round the wicket, Alex Carey goes for the reverse sweep but does not execute it this time. Gets a bottom edge and the ball trickles back onto the stumps. Ravichandran Ashwin gets a much-needed breakthrough for India. Australia lose their sixth wicket as Alex Carey's counter-attacking cameo comes t

Mohammed Siraj to Peter Handscomb, Back of a length and angling in on middle and leg, Peter Handscomb works this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Slower and on a length on leg, Alex Carey works this one towards square leg and takes a single.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Shorter in length and at the batter, Alex Carey goes for the pull but the ball keeps a bit low and he gets hit on the body.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Back of a length and angling away outside off from over the wicket, Alex Carey punches this one to cover.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! Back-to-back boundaries for Alex Carey! This is even better! Shorter in length around off, Alex Carey lets the ball come to him and steers it through the slip cordon for a boundary. 50-run stand comes up. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! Alex Carey welcomes Siraj with a boundary! Mohammed Siraj bowls this one fuller and outside off, Alex Carey opens the bat face and slices this one towards third man for a boundary.

Axar Patel to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and watchfully blocks this one out.

Axar Patel to Peter Handscomb, Full and angling in on middle, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the leg side.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Short and quicker outside off, Alex Carey guides this one awkwardly towards third man for a single.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Full and angling away on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps this one towards backward point.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, ! Full and on off, Alex Carey picks the length early and uses the pace. Paddles this one through short fine leg for a boundary.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps but fails to get it past first slip.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb goes back and pushes it back to Ravichandran Ashwin.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and turning in on off, Peter Handscomb presses forward but can only push it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full on off, Peter Handscomb clips it straight to mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, A bit short and at the pads, Alex Carey knocks it to mid on and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and pushes it to cover for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb works this one towards the vacant covers region and collects a couple of runs.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, On a length outside off, Alex Carey defends this one on the off side.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Siraj bowls this one on a good length outside off, Alex Carey pushes at the delivery but gets a fine tickle on it. Luckily for him, the ball does not carry to Srikar Bharat behind the wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! SHOT! Mohammed Siraj pitches this one full and outside off, Alex Carey does not miss out as he leans into the drive and gets it past short cover for a boundary. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Back of a length outside off from 'round the wicket, Alex Carey stays on the back foot and punches it to cover.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! On a good length outside off, Alex Carey lets his hands flow and goes through with the drive. Gets it through covers for a boundary. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Siraj starts with a shortish delivery at the batter, Alex Carey hangs back and flicks it to square leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb blocks this one out down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fullish delivery on middle, Peter Handscomb works this one towards short fine leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery, full on middle, Peter Handscomb clips it straight to mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller around off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Tossed up, full and on middle, Alex Carey tries to defend but gets an inside edge towards square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and angling at the stumps, Alex Carey presses forward and defends it to back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Another full delivery at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets behind and plays it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fuller and on off, Peter Handscomb leans forward and dabs it to point.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in quicker, full on middle, Peter Handscomb blocks it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full at the batter, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, Fullish delivery on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps this one towards third man for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, LEG BYES! Full and at the pads, Alex Carey tries to paddle this one but gets it off his pads. The ball goes past leg slip for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb leans forward to defend but gets it from the inner part of the bat towards square leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on middle, Alex Carey goes for the reverse sweep again and gets it over backward point for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Flighted, full on off, Alex Carey smothers the ball to short cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on off, Alex Carey gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge back onto his pads.

DRINKS! The session so far has been all about Ravindra Jadeja! He took three crucial wickets and India have wrenched the advantage back in their favor. Australia were cruising at one stage with Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne looking extremely solid but they are now both back in the shed and Australia need a good partnership now for their last two recognized batters. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and angling into the batter, Alex Carey reverse sweeps but fails to get it past backward point.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Bowls this one full and on off, Alex Carey drives it straight to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Floated, full outside off, Peter Handscomb defends it to cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! Darted in full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb goes back in his crease and tries to push this one on the off side. Gets an outside edge that goes past first slip for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, Flatter and quicker at the stumps, Alex Carey reverse sweeps it to deep backward point for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, ! Another reverse sweep reaps rewards for Alex Carey! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one full and quicker on off, Alex Carey gets into the position early and reverse sweeps this one along the ground towards deep backward point for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Slightly short this time and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb rocks back and dabs this into the leg side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loops this full and just outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Bowls this full and into the stumps. Alex Carey paddles this towards fine leg for a single. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Fuller around off, Alex Carey gets forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Tossed up, full at the stumps, Alex Carey defends this one from the front foot.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Fuller around off, Alex Carey tries to defend this one but gets it from the inner part of the bat.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in full and at the pads, Peter Handscomb looks to help it fine but fails to get any bat on it.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and on off, Peter Handscomb drives it firmly back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, NO BALL! Bowls this one full and on middle, Peter Handscomb watchfully blocks this one out back to the bowler. Ravindra Jadeja has overstepped and will have to bowl this one again.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, A loud appeal but turned down! Ravindra Jadeja angles this one full and around off, the ball spins away after pitching and beats Peter Handscomb on the outside edge. Jadeja thought he heard a noise and went up in appeal but it is turned down. Rohit Sharma decides not to send it upstairs.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Keeps it full again and on middle, Peter Handscomb leans forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Another full delivery on middle, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full on off, Peter Handscomb leans forward and smothers the ball down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, ! Alex Carey is up and running! Ravichandran Ashwin bowls a fullish delivery on off, Alex Carey brings out the reverse sweep and executes it to perfection. Gets it to the right of short third man and opens his account with a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full and outside off, Peter Handscomb pushes it towards cover and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, ! Put away by Peter Handscomb! Ravichandran Ashwin misses his length and bowls a full toss on middle, Peter Handscomb does not miss out and clips this one through mid-wicket for a boundary. 

Alex Carey is the new batter at the crease. Ravichandran Ashwin (5-0-18-0) has been brought back into the attack as well.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, full on middle, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Bowls this short and just outside off. Peter Handscomb knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Starts with a full toss on leg, Peter Handscomb clips this one straight to mid-wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! CLEANED HIM UP! Steven Smith is perplexed but has to make his way back now. Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one on a length on the off stump, Steven Smith gets forward and plays for the turn. The ball goes through with the arm and beats Steven Smith all ends up. The ball sneaks through the gap between bat and pad and takes the off stump. Ravindra Jadeja gets his third wicket and Australia have half their side back in the hut.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, A bit fuller on off, Steven Smith prods forward but gets an outside edge. The edge does not carry to Virat Kohli at first slip. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and around off by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith gets forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, NO BALL! Short and angling into the pads, Steven Smith stays in the crease and works it to short fine leg.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Sharp turn! Full and quicker outside off, Steven Smith presses forward to defend but gets beaten on the outside edge by the away turn.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb leans forward to defend, gets an inside edge towards square leg for a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and on the pads. Peter Handscomb flicks this towards deep backward square leg for a couple of runs. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Steven Smith has not let Axar Patel settle in this over and gets the third boundary! Axar Patel bowls this one full and outside off, right in the slot for the batter, Steven Smith picks the length early and lofts it over mid off for another boundary.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short and at the stumps, Steven Smith defends this one from the crease.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flatter and quicker at the stumps, Steven Smith defends this one out on the off side.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Tossed up, full and outside off, Steven Smith allows the ball to come to him and slices this one past backward point for a boundary. Steven Smith is looking to be positive here. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Full and quicker at the stumps, Steven Smith blocks this one to short cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Cracking shot! Axar Patel floats this one full and outside off, Steven Smith gets the width he needs and he frees his arms. Thumps this one over covers and collects a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, RUNS! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this really quick and short, into the pads. Peter Handscomb rocks back and punches this towards deep mid-wicket. Ravichandran Ashwin gives chase and by the time he gets the ball back the batters run four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Attacks the stumps once again on a fuller length. Peter Handscomb gets forward and taps this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full as well on middle and leg. Peter Handscomb defends this to the right of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery bowled full and on a leg stump line. Peter Handscomb dabs this back down the pitch. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! Great use of the crease here! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one slightly short and outside off. Peter Handscomb goes back towards the stumps and cuts this towards deep point for four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb dabs this just to the left of short leg. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Another maiden over for Mohammad Shami. This is bowled just outside the off pole on a good length. Steven Smith pushes this towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Attacks the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith flicks this towards mid-wicket. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Back to bowling full and angles this into the stumps from outside off. Steven Smith knocks this towards cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length once again and outside the off pole. Steven Smith defends this solidly back towards the bowler. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes really full this time and outside the off stump. Steven Smith digs this out towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami bowls this one a good length and on an off stump line. Steven Smith gets behind the ball and blocks this to mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb defends this to the left of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full and on middle, Peter Handscomb leans forward and smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Jadeja bowls this one full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Continues to bowl straight and on a fuller length. Peter Handscomb gets forward and taps it back down the pitch towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this full as well and keeps it straight. Peter Handscomb looks to defend and gets an inside edge towards square leg. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb blocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, NO BALL! Peter Handscomb safely negotiates the hat-trick ball! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb dabs this towards silly point. He has overstepped though and the wicket would have not counted even if he had got one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length this time and outside the off pole. Steven Smith covers the line of the ball and taps this towards cover. Maiden over from Mohammad Shami to follow up the two wickets by Ravindra Jadeja.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and angles this into the stumps. Steven Smith clips this towards mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith knocks this straight to cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full on the pads. Steven Smith clips this towards square leg. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Fuller and outside off, Steven Smith moves across and steers this one to backward point. Axar Patel there does fumble but the batters decide not to run a single.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a length outside off by Mohammad Shami, Steven Smith shuffles across and pushes this one to cover.

Peter Handscomb is the new man in and he has his task cut out here.

Ravindra Jadeja to Matt Renshaw, ! LBW! Ravindra Jadeja has two wickets in two balls and India have managed to claw themselves back on top! Ravindra Jadeja fights this one full and in line with the stumps. Matt Renshaw gets forward and looks to work this leg side but misses and gets hit on the pads. A huge appeal from all the Indian players around the bat and the umpire raises his finger. Matt Renshaw discusses it with Steven Smith and they decide to go for the review. There does

Matt Renshaw walks in at number 5.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, ! STUMPED! Ravindra Jadeja gets the breakthrough and that is great work behind the wicket by Srikar Bharat! The dangerous Marnus Labuschagne has to make the long walk back to the shed. Ravindra Jadeja flights this one full and on an off stump line. Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and looks to work this leg side and his back foot leaves the crease as his weight comes forward. The ball spins away from the bat and beats the outside edge. Srikar B

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full this time and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne smothers this inro the pitch on the front foot. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne stays in the crease and taps it into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, This is short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this into the leg side. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full once more and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this solidly back down the pitch. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Attacks the stumps once more and continues to bowl full. Steven Smith knocks this back towards the bowler.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith taps this back down the pitch.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and this time outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Australia doing it nicely here! There are being watchful and rotating the strike while at the same time putting bad balls away. This is full and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards deep square leg for a single. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammad Shami bowls this really full and on an off-stump line Marnus Labuschagne digs this out towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this wide of cover and takes one to retain strike. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and attacks the stumps once again. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and punches this towards mid on.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fires this one full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards silly point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Skids this one into the stumps and on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and gets his bat down in time. Taps the ball towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith drives this wide of mid off and takes a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and into the stumps. Steven Smith leans forward and defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja will operate from the other end.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the cover fielder. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and angles this into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne looks to clip this away but misses and gets hit on the pads. There is an appeal but the umpire remains unmoved. There is a discussion about whether to take the review and Rohit Sharma decides against it. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full this time and angles this into the pads. Steven Smith clips this towards square leg and sets off for a single. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, ! Steven Smith slaps this away! Mohammad Shami bowls this short and outside off. Steven Smith swivels and pulls this towards deep square leg for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and just outside the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this towards mid off. 

We are back for the post-lunch session on Day 1. Marnus Labuschagne and Steven Smith make their way out in the middle followed by the Indian players. Mohammad Shami will get the proceedings underway in the second session. Let's play...

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami starts off with a full delivery in line with the stumps. Steven Smith clips this towards short mid-wicket. 

... DAY 1, SESSION 2 ...

Australia lost the in-form Usman Khawaja in the second over and David Warner followed him back into the shed soon after. Marnus Labuschagne and Steven Smith resumed their outstanding association and began rebuilding the inning slowly but steadily. They took their time at the wicket putting away the bad deliveries when on offer. They have built a nice partnership of 74 runs as the boundaries started to flow and the visitors will be hoping that they can continue the good work. The batters to

SESSION SUMMARY - 76 runs, 32 overs, and 2 wickets. What an intriguing battle we have witnessed in this session! Both teams will go into the break feeling good about the effort they have put out in the middle. India got off to a great start with the ball with Mohammed Siraj striking on his very first delivery. Mohammad Shami dismissed the other opener the very next over and the hosts were off to the perfect start. They have faced some resistance since then but the bowlers have been pretty dis

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full and angles it into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne gets his front foot forward and defends this towards mid on. That will be LUNCH on DAY 1! 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Strays onto the pads this time on a shorter length. Steven Smith tucks this towards square leg for a single. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Gets this one to skid into the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith gets his bat low and keeps the ball out. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith strokes this straight to cover-point. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and into the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this back towards the bowler.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Axar Patel bowls this short and outside the off stump. Steven Smith misses out as he mistimes his cut towards cover-point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled on an off stump line. Marnus Labuschagne defends this to the left of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne strokes this to the fielder at cover-point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne looks to punch this into the off side but gets an inside edge towards square leg. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Angles this into the pads on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja fires this one full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Fullish delivery at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne works this one to mid on and retains the strike with a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Smart batting! Flighted outside off by Ravichandran Ashwin, Marnus Labuschagne picks the length early and paddles this one wide of short fine leg. Mohammed Siraj does perform the chase but the ball had enough legs on it to reach the fence.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and at the pads, Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out from the front foot on the leg side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Full and on middle and leg, Steven Smith drives this one towards mid on and takes a quick single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Fuller delivery on middle and leg, Steven Smith looks to turn this one on the leg side but gets an inside edge that falls wide of short leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ashwin tosses this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne shimmies down the track and clears this front leg at the last moment to go inside out. Drives it through covers and batters run three there.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Darted in short and on leg, Steven Smith looks to defend but gets beaten on the inside edge and gets hit on the pads.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and at the stumps, Steven Smith drives it firmly to the right of the bowler. Ravindra Jadeja reacts quickly and makes a good stop.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Fuller around off by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith clips it firmly towards mid-wicket but fails to get it past Cheteshwar Pujara.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller in length on middle, Marnus Labuschagne takes a stride forward and knocks it to mid on for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and defneds it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Beautiful timing! Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and plays it against the turn. Drives this along the ground and gets it right between mid-wicket and mid on for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, A bit short in length outside off, Steven Smith uses his feet and defends this one down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Tossed up, full around off, Steven Smith clips it firmly towards Rohit Sharma at short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Fuller in length outside off, Steven Smith gets forward and blocks this one out on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Short and quicker outside off, Steven Smith advances down the track but can only block this one out towards extra cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full outside off, Marnus Labuschagne presses forward and pushes it to mid on for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Serves this one full and around off, Steven Smith steps out and drives it firmly to mid on. They cross for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one full and on middle, Marnus Labuschagne presses forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and just outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and blocks this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne goes back and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller on off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and strokes it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Beauty! Short and turning away outside off, Marnus Labuschagne goes back to defend but gets beaten on the outside edge by the sharp away turn.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and at the stumps by Ravindra Jadeja, Marnus Labuschagne stays inside the line and tries to sweep the delivery. But gets a bottom edge back onto his pads.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Full and quicker outside off, Steven Smith defends this one from the front foot towards cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and turning into the batter, Marnus Labuschagne goes back in his crease and flicks it towards deep square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller outside off, Marnus Labuschagne tries to work it on the leg side but close the bat face early. Miscues it towards cover for a dot.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and pushes it to short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Flighted, fuller at the stumps, Steven Smith gets forward and clips it to the left of deep square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Ashwin bowls this one short and turning in on middle, Steven Smith allows the ball to turn and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne shimmies down the wicket and clips this towards mid-wicket/ The fielder makes a good stop diving to his left. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Slightly shorter this time and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne goes on the back foot and keeps this one out. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this full as well and closer to the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and blocks this to short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne strokes this firmly but straight to the cover fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and smothers the ball into the leg side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards point. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, This is outside the off pole on a shorter length. Steven Smith walks across the stumps and clips this to square leg. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl short and on a leg stump line. Steven Smith blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne guides this to backward point for a single. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Tossed up, full and at the stumps, Steven Smith advances down the track and clips it to deep mid-wicket for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and at the stumps. Steven Smith defends this back to the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravichandran Ashwin bowls this short and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards deep square leg for a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and in line with the stumps. Steven Smith defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and outside the off pole Steven Smith defends this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! That's a cracking shot! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this slightly short and outside off. Steven Smith rocks back and punches this to deep cover for four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and outside the off stump. Steven Smith defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, How close was that! Ravindra Jadeja bowls a loopy delivery full and on an off stump line. The ball spins away from the bat and misses the off pole by a fraction. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja flights this full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards cover. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Some turn and bounce this time! Bowls this on a shorter length and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend but misses and gets hit on the body. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this back to the left of the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne taps this to the right of the short mid-wicket fielder. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, goes slightly fuller this time and straight. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Slightly short once again and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne tuck this towards short leg. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravichandran Ashwin starts from around the wicket and bowls this short just outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend but gets an outside edge towards third man for a couple of runs. 

A huge roar from the crowd as Ravichandran Ashwin is brought into the attack.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Massive turn there! Gets this to spin away from the bat on a fuller length. Steven Smith pushes at this outside off and gets beaten all ends up. Another maiden over for Ravindra Jadeja. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Gets this one to come back into stumps from a fuller length. Steven Smith pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and outside off. Steven Smith dabs this towards the short cover fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith shimmies down and blocks this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full and into the pads. Steven Smith tucks this into the leg side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this short and outside off Steven Smith goes on the back foot and dabs this towards cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, A tad bit shorter and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this towards extra cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this into the leg side. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Easy pickings! Axar Patel strays on the pads and bowls it a bit short, Marnus Labuschagne rocks back on the back foot and flicks this one through square leg. Gets it wide of the man there and collects a boundary. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne stays back in the crease and defends it towards backward point.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller outside off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and pushes this one to cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and drifitng in on leg, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and pushes it to mid-wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Another fuller deliivery around off, Steven Smith presses forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and angling in on middle and leg by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith blocks this one out from the front foot.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Short and on middle, Steven Smith goes back and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Fuller and at the stumps, Steven Smith leans forward and pushes it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Another full delivery on middle, Steven Smith gets behind the line and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Starts with a flighted delivery, full on off, Steven Smith gets on the front foot and defends it to short cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller around off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and pushes it to backward point.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne looks to block and gets an inside edge towards short leg. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Fine shot from Marnus Labuschagne as he plays this really late! Axar Patel bowls this one slightly short and angles it into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and cuts this towards deep backward square leg for four runs. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Fired in short and quicker at the batter, Marnus Labuschagne goes on the back foot and just about manages to keep the ball out.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and angling in on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend this one but gets hit high on the pads.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, A polite enquiry but turned down! Axar Patel fires this one full and quicker on middle, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! Ravindra Jadeja tosses this one full and on middle, Steven Smith shimmies down the track and gets to the pitch of the delivery. Lofts it over mid-wicket and collects a boundary. Good proactive batting by Steven Smith.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and drifting in on leg, Steven Smith gets behind the line and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne uses his feet and drives it wide of mid on for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short an outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne rocks back in the crease and blocks this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and blocks this out. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja tosses this one full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this towards mid off. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flighted full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, This has shot up from the surface! Axar Patel flights this one full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith looks to get forward but is surprised by the extra bounce. Beats the outside edge as well and lobs up off the keeper's gloves. They take two byes in the process. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls this one short and outside off, much quicker through the air. Steven Smith punches this towards point. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith clocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Fuller on off, Steven Smith gets forward and defends this one on the off side.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Axar Patel bowls this one quicker and full outside off, Steven Smith frees his arms and slashes at the delivery. Gets an outside edge that flies quickly to the right of Virat Kohli at first slip. Kohli sticks out his right hand but the ball does not stick in his hand and Steven Smith gets a reprieve.

DRINKS! Just the start India would have been hoping for as they have sent both the Australian openers back to the dressing room early. Both the fast bowlers have one wicket in their kitty but Australia have begun to rebuild their innings with their two main batters. This is the crucial partnership for the visitors and India will want to get the breakthrough before the lunch break. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller on off by Mohammad Shami, Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out from the front foot.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Nicely played! Mohammad Shami bowls this one on a good length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne picks the length early and presses forward. Drives it along the ground and to the left of mid off for a boundary.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne drives this one straight to backward point.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Another good-length delivery at the batter, Marnus Labuschagne tucks this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, On a length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne dabs this one along the ground to cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Shami bowls this one fuller and angling down the leg side, Marnus Labuschagne tries to flick this one but misses.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short in length at the stumps, Steven Smith tries to use his feet and get to the pitch of the delivery but fails to do so. Ends up getting an inside edge back onto his pads.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls it full and on off, Steven Smith pushes this one from the front foot to short cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Serves this one fuller in length on off, Steven Smith leans forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short and angling at the pads, Steven Smith tries to defend on the back foot but gets an inside edge back onto his pads. The ball lobs towards the vacant short leg region.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Another flighted delivery, full and outside off, Steven Smith gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge back onto his pads.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full on off, Steven Smith pushes this one to short cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Good stop! On a length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne tries to steer this one through the slip cordon but Suryakumar Yadav stationed there at second slip makes a good diving stop to his right. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Serves this one fuller and outside off, a hint of away movement, Marnus Labuschagne drives this one from the toe end of the bat towards cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one fuller in length on the off stump, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and works it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Another delivery on a good length, Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the delivery away from his body but mishits it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length in the channel outside off, Marnus Labuschagne dabs this one to backward point.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Shami starts with a full delivery on off, Marnus Labuschagne gets behind the line and drives it to mid on.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller on off, Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and steers this one wide of backward point and retains the strike with a single.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and angling into the batter, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and defends it back to the bowler.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker at the stumps, the ball keeps a tad low but Marnus Labuschagne manages to block this one out.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Flighted, full around off, Marnus Labuschagne uses his feet and plays it towards Rohit Sharma at short cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Darted in full and quicker on off, Marnus Labuschagne pushes this one from the crease to backward point.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bye! Axar Patel floats this one full and outside off, the ball turns away after pitching, Steven Smith looks to drive it on the up but misses. Srikar Bharat behind the wicket misses as well and concedes a bye.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammed Siraj serves this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne presents a straight bat and drives it to mid on. Another maiden for Mohammed Siraj.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and angling into the batter from over the wicket, Marnus Labuschagne clips this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length around off, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and whips this one towards mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and angling in on middle by Mohammed Siraj, Marnus Labuschagne clips this one nicely but fails to get it past square leg.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Siraj pitches this one full and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and drives it along the ground to mid off.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one back of a length and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne hangs back and dabs this one to cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls this one slightly short and on an off-stump line. Steven Smith looks to stand tall and defend but gets squared up. The ball goes off the outside edge towards point. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Another flighted delivery bowled full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this into the vacant point region and takes a single. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne gets a good stride forward and blocks this towards silly point. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this into the pitch on the leg side. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full as well and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this straight to short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Axar Patel flights this full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne drives this uppishly and the ball lands just short of cover. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Another fullish delivery bowled outside off. Steven Smith blocks this into the offside and indicates there is some extra bounce. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith knocks this back towards the bowler. Mohammed Siraj looks to grab the ball and throw it back but fumbles. He gives the batter the stare nonetheless. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Bowls this on a fuller length and outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards the cover fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Gets the ball to nip back in from a good length and outside off. Steven Smith steps across the stumps and looks to keep the ball out. Misses and gets hit on the pads. There is an inquiry from the bowler but the impact is clearly outside off. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith gets across the stumps and defends this towards mid on. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Mohammed Siraj bowls a full delivery outside the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this to the left of the bowler. 

Change of ends for Mohammed Siraj.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne makes rooms and knocks this straight to short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and defends this back to the bowler. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one quick and into the stumps on a shorter length. Marnus Labuschagne tucks this towards square leg. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl short and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards the mid-wicket fielder. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Axar Patel begins with a shortish delivery bowled outside off. Marnus Labuschagne taps this towoards point. 

It will be spin from both ends as Axar Patel comes on to bowl from the opposite end.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Strays onto the pads on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne misses his flick and the ball goes off the pads to the right of short fine leg for a leg bye. Ravindra Jadeja starts with a maiden. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this back down the pitch towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Angles this one into the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one slightly short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja gets turn straight away! Bowls this full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the ball and gets beaten in the outside edge. 

Spin for the first time in this Test as Ravindra Jadeja is introduced into the attack.

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Bowls an in-swinger once again from a good length and just outside off. Steven Smith blocks this out towards the mid on fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pulls this towards mid-wicket and Ravindra Jadeja makes a good stop low to his left. They take a single as the ball is parried towards mid on. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Attacks the stumps once again on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne defends this back towards the bowler. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and angles this into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the mid-wicket fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out solidly. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Another outside edge and four more runs added to Marnus Labuschagne's kitty! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne looks to block this with soft hands but gets a thick edge that flies into the gap towards third man for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Gets this one to nip back in sharply from a fuller length and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith is across the stumps once again but he just about manages to block this towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, A tad bit fuller and outside the off pole. Steven Smith steps across the line of the stumps and looks to play at the ball but decides to leave it at the last moment. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length once again and outside the off stump. Steven Smith lets the keeper collect this one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, ! First boundary for Steven Smith and it is a beautiful cover-drive! Mohammad Shami bowls this slightly fuller and outside the off stump. Steven Smith gets a good stride forward and strokes this towards deep cover for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this one wide outside the off pole on a good length. Steven Smith not interested to play at this one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami strays onto the pads on a fuller length. Steven Smith clips this towards deep backward square leg and collects a couple of runs to get off the mark. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, What a jaffa! Mohammed Siraj bowls this on a good length and angles it into the batter but gets the ball to straighten after pitching. Marnus Labuschagne plays for the line of the ball and gets beaten on the outside edge, 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes back to bowling on a good length and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne raises his arms to this one. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Second boundary of the over and a bit of fortune in this one! Mohammed Siraj goes slightly fuller and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the ball and it takes the outside edge as it goes through the gap in the slip cordon for four runs to third man. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne taps this into the pitch on the off side. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls on a good length this time and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the point fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! That is a controlled shot from Marnus Labuschagne as Australia get their first boundary off the bat! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne punches this straight towards long on for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this on a good length as well and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this towards the mid on fielder. A maiden wicket for Mohammad Shami as well with just four byes conceded. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length and angling into the batter, Steven Smith shuffles a bit to work it on the leg side. The ball keeps a bit low but Smith still manages to push it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, There is definitely some wing on offer here! Mohammad Shami bowls this wide outside the off stump on a good length. Steven Smith leaves this one alone as well. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Shami serves this one fuller and swinging away outside off, Steven Smith does not reach out to the delivery and leaves it alone.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, BYES! Mohammad Shami bowls this full and strays down leg. There is some late moevement in the air and the ball keeps going away from Srikar Bharat as he dives to his left. Four extra runs for Australia .

Steven Smith comes out to bat with Australia tottering at 2-2. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, ! TIMBER! Mohammad Shami sends the stumps for a walk and both the Australian openers are back in the shed! Mohammad Shami bowls from 'round the wicket and serves this on a good length, angled into the stumps from outside off. David Warner gets forward slightly but plays the wrong line as the ball goes into the gap between the bat and the pad to send the off pole cart-wheeling away. Mohammad Shami and the Indian players look pumped up and this is just

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Offers width outside off once again on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne continues to raise his arm and leave the ball alone. A maiden wicket for Mohammed Siraj to start proceedings. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Beaten! That is a good delivery as he gets it closer to the off pole on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne feels for this one and the ball skims past the outside edge. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl on a good length and well outside off. Marnus Labuschagne shoulders his arms to this one as well. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne leaves this one alone as the ball stays low once again.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne shoulders arms and leaves the ball alone.

Marnus Labuschagne walks in at number 3 for Australia.

Mohammed Siraj to Usman Khawaja, ! A huge wicket for India as the in-form Usman Khawaja has to depart! Mohammed Siraj draws first blood on his very first delivery and India are off to a good start! Massive shout! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full, on a leg stump line and gets the ball to shape back in. Usman Khawaja looks to clip this away but misses the line of the ball and plays all over this. A huge appeal from the Indian players around the bat. The umpire remains unmoved and af

Mohammed Siraj will share the new ball from the other end.

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Continues to bowl on the outside off-stump channel. David Warner will let the ball go through to the keeper once again. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Delivers this wide outside the off pole on a shorter length. David Warner raises his arms and leaves the ball alone. 

Mohammad Shami to Usman Khawaja, Mohammad Shami comes 'round the wicket and serves this at the stumps on a good length. Usman Khawaja clips this towards square leg and takes one to open his account. 

Mohammad Shami to Usman Khawaja, On a good length this time and just outside the off stump. Usman Khawaja shoulders his arms to this one as the ball stays low once again. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, David Warner and Australia are off and running! Mohammad Shami bowls this back of a length and outside the off stump. David Warner gets on his toes and dabs this towards covers with soft hands. They take a quick single. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Mohammad Shami starts off with a fullish delivery but serves it wide outside the off stump. David Warner is watchful and leaves this one alone. Not much carry to the keeper. 

Right then, we are done with the national anthems and we are all set for the action to start. Australian openers make their way out in the middle followed by the Indian players. David Warner and Usman Khawaja will open the innings for Australia. Mohammad Shami will start the proceedings with the new ball for India. Here we go...

Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins lead their respective sides out for the national anthems. It will be Australia's first followed by the national anthem of India.

TOSS - The captains are out in the middle. The coin is flipped into the air and lands in favor of Australia. They have elected to BAT first.

Mark Waugh is out in the middle for a live pitch report after the toss. He says that it is an unusual pitch with different shades on it. Mentions that it is dry but there is a nice grass covering. Admits that it is a big toss for Australians to win but they will need to be watchful while facing the new ball as there could be some help for the fast bowlers who will get some movement. Adds that they can make the most of it when the spinners come into the attack. Claims that the Australians wil

Rohit Sharma says that they would have batted first as well but they have a quality bowling attack to restrict the opponents. Mentions that the pitch looks pretty dry and there will be some help for the bowlers, especially spinners. Claims that when they trained on this ground there was some movement for the seamers so they will see how they start. Adds that they have had good preparation over the last few days while training and the boys are looking forward to it. Admits that it is the b

Pat Cummins the captain of Australia says they will have a bat. Mentions that the pitch looks different from what they have in Australia. Claims that they all come to India a couple of times in a year and that should help them understand the conditions better. Reckons that they need to tweak a few things from how they played against South Africa. Adds that they have had good preparations over the last few months and they feel well placed. Admits that they have had a few injuries but have

India (Playing XI) - Rohit Sharma (C), KL Rahul, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Srikar Bharat (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Axar Patel, Mohammad Shami, Mohammed Siraj.

Australia (Playing XI) - David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Matt Renshaw, Peter Handscomb, Alex Carey (WK), Pat Cummins (C), Todd Murphy, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland.

Starc to Mendis, no run, beaten outside off

Starc to MDKJ Perera, , no run, full and straight and through his defences, clean bowled

Starc to MDKJ Perera, wide, down leg side

Starc to Dilshan, one run, edged down to third man

Starc to Dilshan, no run, played to mid wicket

Starc to MDKJ Perera, one run, outside edge to third man

This has been a remarkable bowling performance by India! The spin twins of India, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja have wiped out the Australian batting order for 177 runs. It was the two fast bowlers who got the early breakthroughs with the new ball sending both the openers back to the shed early. Ravindra Jadeja took a remarkable five-wicket haul on his return to the Test side after a prolonged injury and what a miss he has been! Ravichandran Ashwin got to his 450th wicket and he w

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, ! BOWLED! Australia have been bowled out for 177! Ravichandran Ashwin bowls a carrom delivery and serves it full on off, Scott Boland fails to read the delivery and plays down the wrong line as he gets forward to defend. The ball goes past his outside edge and knocks the off stump back. Ravichandran Ashwin gets his third wicket to bring an end to the Australian innings.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Short and quicker outside off, Scott Boland pushes at the delivery but gets beaten on the outside edge.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Fullish outside off, Scott Boland leans forward and smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Full and quicker on off, Scott Boland blocks this one out on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Scott Boland, Short and turning into the batter, Scott Boland goes back to defend but gets hit high on the pads.

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, Full and outside off, Scott Boland pushes this one towards short cover. A half-stop there allows Scott Boland to open his account with a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, This is slightly short and in line with the stumps. Scott Boland goes deep in the crease and blocks this back down the pitch. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Scott Boland, Full and outside off, Scott Boland strokes this one towards cover. 

Scott Boland is the last batter for Australia.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! LBW! Ravindra Jadeja gets a five-wicket haul in his comeback from injury! He fires this one full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets across to sweep this one on the leg side but fails to get any bat on it. The ball catches him right in front of the stumps and the umpire raises his finger. Peter Handscomb goes upstairs for a review but the UltraEdge shows no bat involved. It is three reds on Ball Tracking and Peter Handscomb's vigil c

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb shapes to sweep but ends up pushing it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and outside off, Peter Handscomb dabs this one towards backward point and keeps the strike for the next over with a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and quicker on off, Peter Handscomb clips but fails to get it past short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery, full around off, Peter Handscomb works it towards cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, fuller and outside off, Peter Handscomb uses his feet and smothers the ball down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and flatter outside off, Peter Handscomb goes back and pushes it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin will operate from the other end as India stick to their spin bowlers. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller and on off, Peter Handscomb presents a straight bat and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the pads, Peter Handscomb uses his feet and turns it through square leg and retains the strike with a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, full and outside off, Peter Handscomb tries to sweep from outside off but fails to get any bat on it.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the stumps, Peter Handscomb paddles this one straight to short fine leg.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and blocks this one out.

We are back for the post-tea session on Day 1 as the umpires make their way out to the middle. Peter Handscomb will continue his battle and has Nathan Lyon for company as they look to take Australia beyond the 200-run mark. Ravindra Jadeja will begin proceedings after the break. Let's go...

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and angling in on off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the off side .

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Starts with a flighted delivery, full on off, Peter Handscomb defends it back to the bowler.

... DAY 1, SESSION 3 ... 

Having steadied the ship in the first session, Australia needed Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne to carry on and keep the scoreboard ticking in the second session as well. However, the latter was dismissed in the 4th over after Lunch and Matt Renshaw was dismissed on the very next ball which made matters worse for the visitors. Steven Smith did hold one end but he was dismissed soon which put them in a spot of bother. Alex Carey came out with a positive intent and played a counter-atta

Session Summary - 98 runs, 28 overs and 6 wickets. Ravindra Jadeja being the most effective of the three spinners for India in the first session, the hosts persisted with him from one end after Lunch and that paid dividends. Ravindra Jadeja struck twice in as many deliveries to remove Marnus Labuschagne and Matt Renshaw. He then removed the well-set Steven Smith to pile more misery on Australia. Alex Carey and Peter Handscomb did trouble them but Ravi Ashwin accounted for Carey and provided

Ravichandran Ashwin to Nathan Lyon, Tosses this one full and outside the off pole. Nathan Lyon dabs this into the off side. The umpires call for TEA on Day 1

Ravichandran Ashwin to Nathan Lyon, Flighted, full and outside off, Nathan Lyon drives it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb pushes it towards the vacant cover region and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb lunges forward to smother this into the off side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full and into the stumps. Peter Handscomb gets forward to defend this. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and just outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb flicks this to wide mid on and refuses the single. He will keep strike for the last over of the session. 

Nathan Lyon is the new man in.

Ravindra Jadeja to Nathan Lyon, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Nathan Lyon blocks this into the off side. 

Todd Murphy has been adjudged LBW but he has decided to review it. He seems to be in trouble here and yes, he is . The UltraEdge shows no bat and it is three reds on BallTracking.

Ravindra Jadeja to Todd Murphy, ! PLUMB! Ravindra Jadeja is on a roll here and what a comeback this has been for him so far after his injury! He gets his fourth wicket and the debutant has to depart without troubling the scorers. Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Todd Murphy gets his front foot forward and looks to clip this leg side. There are two sounds as the ball balloons up and goes into the hands of slip. There is a loud appeal and the umpire raises h

Ravindra Jadeja to Todd Murphy, Goes full and into the pads. Todd Murphy clips this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb dabs this into the off side and takes a run. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and quicker outside off, Peter Handscomb defends this one back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb presses forward and defends it to short cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Todd Murphy defends this awkwardly into the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Goes full once again and outside the off stump. Todd Murphy look to defend and gets an outside edge just short of second slip to his right. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Todd Murphy, Great delivery first up! Bowls from 'round the wicket and delivers this full outside off. Todd Murphy pushes at this and gets beaten on the outside edge. 

The debutant Todd Murphy walks out to bat.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, ! CAUGHT! Ravichandran Ashwin gets another one and this is really intelligent bowling from the Indian stalwart! After two off-spinning deliveries, he allows this one to go straight with the arm and serves this outside the off pole. Pat Cummins hangs his bat out to dry and gets an outside edge which goes to Virat Kohli at first slip. He makes no mistake holding onto the catch and Australia have lost their skipper. India have their seventh wicket a

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Loops this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins dabs this towards the off side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Ravichandran Ashwin beats the inside edge of the bat! Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins looks to drive and gets beaten as the ball just shaves the off pole. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Angles this into the pads on a shorter length. Peter Handscomb rocks back and taps this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Slightly short and just outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb plays this late and dabs it down towards the slip fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb knocks this towards cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, What a jaffa! Ravindra Jadeja flights this full and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb leans into the shot and gets beaten by the turn. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Goes full once again and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and just outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb pushes at this and gets beaten. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Pat Cummins goes deep in the crease and keeps the ball out. Maiden over from Ravichandran Ashwin.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Tosses this one full and on a leg stump line. Pat Cummins defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Loopy delivery bowled onto the pads. Pat Cummins dabs this into the leg side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Goes full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Bowls this one an off stump line and on a shorter length. Pat Cummins blocks this down the pitch. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Ravichandran Ashwin floats this one full and outside the off stump. Pat Cummins pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! ! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one short and quicker on off, Peter Handscomb goes back in his crease to defend but gets an outside edge. The ball comes off Srikar Bharat's gloves behind the wicket and the deflection makes it tough for Virat Kohli to react at first slip. The ball runs towards the third man fence for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in full and off, Peter Handscomb defends it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Beauty! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one quicker and fuller on off, the ball spins away after pitching and beats Peter Handscomb on the outside edge. There was a polite enquiry for stumping but the replays show that Peter Handscomb had his back leg grounded inside the crease.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb presses forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and at the stumps, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Bowls this one full and turning away outside off, Peter Handscomb presses forward to defend but gets an outside edge that goes on the bounce to first slip.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Short and on off, Pat Cummins goes back and defends it on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Fuller on off, Pat Cummins drives it firmly to mid off.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Short and on off, Pat Cummins looks to work it on the off side but gets an outside edge that goes past short third man for a couple of runs.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, ! Ashwin tosses this one full and on off, Pat Cummins tries to defend this one but gets an outside edge that goes past first slip and gets off the mark with a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Pat Cummins, Fuller and on off, Pat Cummins gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Pat Cummins the captain of Australia makes his way out to the middle.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, ! BOWLED! Test wicket number 450 for Ravichandran Ashwin! The reverse sweep brings about the demise of Carey! Ashwin floats this one full and on leg from 'round the wicket, Alex Carey goes for the reverse sweep but does not execute it this time. Gets a bottom edge and the ball trickles back onto the stumps. Ravichandran Ashwin gets a much-needed breakthrough for India. Australia lose their sixth wicket as Alex Carey's counter-attacking cameo comes t

Mohammed Siraj to Peter Handscomb, Back of a length and angling in on middle and leg, Peter Handscomb works this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Slower and on a length on leg, Alex Carey works this one towards square leg and takes a single.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Shorter in length and at the batter, Alex Carey goes for the pull but the ball keeps a bit low and he gets hit on the body.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Back of a length and angling away outside off from over the wicket, Alex Carey punches this one to cover.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! Back-to-back boundaries for Alex Carey! This is even better! Shorter in length around off, Alex Carey lets the ball come to him and steers it through the slip cordon for a boundary. 50-run stand comes up. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! Alex Carey welcomes Siraj with a boundary! Mohammed Siraj bowls this one fuller and outside off, Alex Carey opens the bat face and slices this one towards third man for a boundary.

Axar Patel to Peter Handscomb, Slower and full on off, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and watchfully blocks this one out.

Axar Patel to Peter Handscomb, Full and angling in on middle, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the leg side.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Short and quicker outside off, Alex Carey guides this one awkwardly towards third man for a single.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Full and angling away on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps this one towards backward point.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, ! Full and on off, Alex Carey picks the length early and uses the pace. Paddles this one through short fine leg for a boundary.

Axar Patel to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps but fails to get it past first slip.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Short and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb goes back and pushes it back to Ravichandran Ashwin.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and turning in on off, Peter Handscomb presses forward but can only push it back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full on off, Peter Handscomb clips it straight to mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, A bit short and at the pads, Alex Carey knocks it to mid on and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller outside off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and pushes it to cover for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb works this one towards the vacant covers region and collects a couple of runs.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, On a length outside off, Alex Carey defends this one on the off side.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Siraj bowls this one on a good length outside off, Alex Carey pushes at the delivery but gets a fine tickle on it. Luckily for him, the ball does not carry to Srikar Bharat behind the wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! SHOT! Mohammed Siraj pitches this one full and outside off, Alex Carey does not miss out as he leans into the drive and gets it past short cover for a boundary. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Back of a length outside off from 'round the wicket, Alex Carey stays on the back foot and punches it to cover.

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, ! On a good length outside off, Alex Carey lets his hands flow and goes through with the drive. Gets it through covers for a boundary. 

Mohammed Siraj to Alex Carey, Siraj starts with a shortish delivery at the batter, Alex Carey hangs back and flicks it to square leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb blocks this one out down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fullish delivery on middle, Peter Handscomb works this one towards short fine leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery, full on middle, Peter Handscomb clips it straight to mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Fuller around off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball back to the bowler.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Tossed up, full and on middle, Alex Carey tries to defend but gets an inside edge towards square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and angling at the stumps, Alex Carey presses forward and defends it to back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Another full delivery at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets behind and plays it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fuller and on off, Peter Handscomb leans forward and dabs it to point.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in quicker, full on middle, Peter Handscomb blocks it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full at the batter, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, Fullish delivery on off, Alex Carey reverse sweeps this one towards third man for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, LEG BYES! Full and at the pads, Alex Carey tries to paddle this one but gets it off his pads. The ball goes past leg slip for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb leans forward to defend but gets it from the inner part of the bat towards square leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on middle, Alex Carey goes for the reverse sweep again and gets it over backward point for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Flighted, full on off, Alex Carey smothers the ball to short cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and quicker on off, Alex Carey gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge back onto his pads.

DRINKS! The session so far has been all about Ravindra Jadeja! He took three crucial wickets and India have wrenched the advantage back in their favor. Australia were cruising at one stage with Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne looking extremely solid but they are now both back in the shed and Australia need a good partnership now for their last two recognized batters. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Full and angling into the batter, Alex Carey reverse sweeps but fails to get it past backward point.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Bowls this one full and on off, Alex Carey drives it straight to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and around off, Peter Handscomb gets forward and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Floated, full outside off, Peter Handscomb defends it to cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! Darted in full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb goes back in his crease and tries to push this one on the off side. Gets an outside edge that goes past first slip for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full on off, Peter Handscomb smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, Flatter and quicker at the stumps, Alex Carey reverse sweeps it to deep backward point for a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Alex Carey, ! Another reverse sweep reaps rewards for Alex Carey! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one full and quicker on off, Alex Carey gets into the position early and reverse sweeps this one along the ground towards deep backward point for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Slightly short this time and outside the off pole. Peter Handscomb rocks back and dabs this into the leg side. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Loops this full and just outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Bowls this full and into the stumps. Alex Carey paddles this towards fine leg for a single. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Fuller around off, Alex Carey gets forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Tossed up, full at the stumps, Alex Carey defends this one from the front foot.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, Fuller around off, Alex Carey tries to defend this one but gets it from the inner part of the bat.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Fired in full and at the pads, Peter Handscomb looks to help it fine but fails to get any bat on it.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full and on off, Peter Handscomb drives it firmly back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, NO BALL! Bowls this one full and on middle, Peter Handscomb watchfully blocks this one out back to the bowler. Ravindra Jadeja has overstepped and will have to bowl this one again.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, A loud appeal but turned down! Ravindra Jadeja angles this one full and around off, the ball spins away after pitching and beats Peter Handscomb on the outside edge. Jadeja thought he heard a noise and went up in appeal but it is turned down. Rohit Sharma decides not to send it upstairs.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Keeps it full again and on middle, Peter Handscomb leans forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Another full delivery on middle, Peter Handscomb gets behind the line and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Full on off, Peter Handscomb leans forward and smothers the ball down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Alex Carey, ! Alex Carey is up and running! Ravichandran Ashwin bowls a fullish delivery on off, Alex Carey brings out the reverse sweep and executes it to perfection. Gets it to the right of short third man and opens his account with a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full and outside off, Peter Handscomb pushes it towards cover and takes a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, ! Put away by Peter Handscomb! Ravichandran Ashwin misses his length and bowls a full toss on middle, Peter Handscomb does not miss out and clips this one through mid-wicket for a boundary. 

Alex Carey is the new batter at the crease. Ravichandran Ashwin (5-0-18-0) has been brought back into the attack as well.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Tossed up, full on middle, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Bowls this short and just outside off. Peter Handscomb knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Peter Handscomb, Starts with a full toss on leg, Peter Handscomb clips this one straight to mid-wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! CLEANED HIM UP! Steven Smith is perplexed but has to make his way back now. Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one on a length on the off stump, Steven Smith gets forward and plays for the turn. The ball goes through with the arm and beats Steven Smith all ends up. The ball sneaks through the gap between bat and pad and takes the off stump. Ravindra Jadeja gets his third wicket and Australia have half their side back in the hut.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, A bit fuller on off, Steven Smith prods forward but gets an outside edge. The edge does not carry to Virat Kohli at first slip. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and around off by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith gets forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, NO BALL! Short and angling into the pads, Steven Smith stays in the crease and works it to short fine leg.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Sharp turn! Full and quicker outside off, Steven Smith presses forward to defend but gets beaten on the outside edge by the away turn.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this one full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb leans forward to defend, gets an inside edge towards square leg for a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and on the pads. Peter Handscomb flicks this towards deep backward square leg for a couple of runs. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Steven Smith has not let Axar Patel settle in this over and gets the third boundary! Axar Patel bowls this one full and outside off, right in the slot for the batter, Steven Smith picks the length early and lofts it over mid off for another boundary.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short and at the stumps, Steven Smith defends this one from the crease.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flatter and quicker at the stumps, Steven Smith defends this one out on the off side.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Tossed up, full and outside off, Steven Smith allows the ball to come to him and slices this one past backward point for a boundary. Steven Smith is looking to be positive here. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Full and quicker at the stumps, Steven Smith blocks this one to short cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Cracking shot! Axar Patel floats this one full and outside off, Steven Smith gets the width he needs and he frees his arms. Thumps this one over covers and collects a boundary.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, RUNS! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this really quick and short, into the pads. Peter Handscomb rocks back and punches this towards deep mid-wicket. Ravichandran Ashwin gives chase and by the time he gets the ball back the batters run four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Attacks the stumps once again on a fuller length. Peter Handscomb gets forward and taps this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this one full as well on middle and leg. Peter Handscomb defends this to the right of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Loopy delivery bowled full and on a leg stump line. Peter Handscomb dabs this back down the pitch. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, ! Great use of the crease here! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this one slightly short and outside off. Peter Handscomb goes back towards the stumps and cuts this towards deep point for four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb dabs this just to the left of short leg. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Another maiden over for Mohammad Shami. This is bowled just outside the off pole on a good length. Steven Smith pushes this towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Attacks the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith flicks this towards mid-wicket. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Back to bowling full and angles this into the stumps from outside off. Steven Smith knocks this towards cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length once again and outside the off pole. Steven Smith defends this solidly back towards the bowler. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes really full this time and outside the off stump. Steven Smith digs this out towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami bowls this one a good length and on an off stump line. Steven Smith gets behind the ball and blocks this to mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb defends this to the left of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flighted, full and on middle, Peter Handscomb leans forward and smothers the ball on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Jadeja bowls this one full and quicker at the stumps, Peter Handscomb gets forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Continues to bowl straight and on a fuller length. Peter Handscomb gets forward and taps it back down the pitch towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Tosses this full as well and keeps it straight. Peter Handscomb looks to defend and gets an inside edge towards square leg. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, Flights this full and in line with the stumps. Peter Handscomb blocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Peter Handscomb, NO BALL! Peter Handscomb safely negotiates the hat-trick ball! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and outside the off stump. Peter Handscomb dabs this towards silly point. He has overstepped though and the wicket would have not counted even if he had got one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length this time and outside the off pole. Steven Smith covers the line of the ball and taps this towards cover. Maiden over from Mohammad Shami to follow up the two wickets by Ravindra Jadeja.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and angles this into the stumps. Steven Smith clips this towards mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith knocks this straight to cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full on the pads. Steven Smith clips this towards square leg. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Fuller and outside off, Steven Smith moves across and steers this one to backward point. Axar Patel there does fumble but the batters decide not to run a single.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a length outside off by Mohammad Shami, Steven Smith shuffles across and pushes this one to cover.

Peter Handscomb is the new man in and he has his task cut out here.

Ravindra Jadeja to Matt Renshaw, ! LBW! Ravindra Jadeja has two wickets in two balls and India have managed to claw themselves back on top! Ravindra Jadeja fights this one full and in line with the stumps. Matt Renshaw gets forward and looks to work this leg side but misses and gets hit on the pads. A huge appeal from all the Indian players around the bat and the umpire raises his finger. Matt Renshaw discusses it with Steven Smith and they decide to go for the review. There does

Matt Renshaw walks in at number 5.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, ! STUMPED! Ravindra Jadeja gets the breakthrough and that is great work behind the wicket by Srikar Bharat! The dangerous Marnus Labuschagne has to make the long walk back to the shed. Ravindra Jadeja flights this one full and on an off stump line. Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and looks to work this leg side and his back foot leaves the crease as his weight comes forward. The ball spins away from the bat and beats the outside edge. Srikar B

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full this time and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne smothers this inro the pitch on the front foot. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne stays in the crease and taps it into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, This is short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this full and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this into the leg side. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full once more and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this solidly back down the pitch. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Attacks the stumps once more and continues to bowl full. Steven Smith knocks this back towards the bowler.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith taps this back down the pitch.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and this time outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards cover. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Australia doing it nicely here! There are being watchful and rotating the strike while at the same time putting bad balls away. This is full and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards deep square leg for a single. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammad Shami bowls this really full and on an off-stump line Marnus Labuschagne digs this out towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this wide of cover and takes one to retain strike. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and attacks the stumps once again. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and punches this towards mid on.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fires this one full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards silly point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Skids this one into the stumps and on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and gets his bat down in time. Taps the ball towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith drives this wide of mid off and takes a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and into the stumps. Steven Smith leans forward and defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja will operate from the other end.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the cover fielder. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and angles this into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne looks to clip this away but misses and gets hit on the pads. There is an appeal but the umpire remains unmoved. There is a discussion about whether to take the review and Rohit Sharma decides against it. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Goes full this time and angles this into the pads. Steven Smith clips this towards square leg and sets off for a single. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, ! Steven Smith slaps this away! Mohammad Shami bowls this short and outside off. Steven Smith swivels and pulls this towards deep square leg for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and just outside the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this towards mid off. 

We are back for the post-lunch session on Day 1. Marnus Labuschagne and Steven Smith make their way out in the middle followed by the Indian players. Mohammad Shami will get the proceedings underway in the second session. Let's play...

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami starts off with a full delivery in line with the stumps. Steven Smith clips this towards short mid-wicket. 

... DAY 1, SESSION 2 ...

Australia lost the in-form Usman Khawaja in the second over and David Warner followed him back into the shed soon after. Marnus Labuschagne and Steven Smith resumed their outstanding association and began rebuilding the inning slowly but steadily. They took their time at the wicket putting away the bad deliveries when on offer. They have built a nice partnership of 74 runs as the boundaries started to flow and the visitors will be hoping that they can continue the good work. The batters to

SESSION SUMMARY - 76 runs, 32 overs, and 2 wickets. What an intriguing battle we have witnessed in this session! Both teams will go into the break feeling good about the effort they have put out in the middle. India got off to a great start with the ball with Mohammed Siraj striking on his very first delivery. Mohammad Shami dismissed the other opener the very next over and the hosts were off to the perfect start. They have faced some resistance since then but the bowlers have been pretty dis

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full and angles it into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne gets his front foot forward and defends this towards mid on. That will be LUNCH on DAY 1! 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Strays onto the pads this time on a shorter length. Steven Smith tucks this towards square leg for a single. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Gets this one to skid into the stumps on a fuller length. Steven Smith gets his bat low and keeps the ball out. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith strokes this straight to cover-point. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and into the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this back towards the bowler.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Axar Patel bowls this short and outside the off stump. Steven Smith misses out as he mistimes his cut towards cover-point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled on an off stump line. Marnus Labuschagne defends this to the left of the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne strokes this to the fielder at cover-point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne looks to punch this into the off side but gets an inside edge towards square leg. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Angles this into the pads on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja fires this one full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this back towards the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Fullish delivery at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne works this one to mid on and retains the strike with a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Smart batting! Flighted outside off by Ravichandran Ashwin, Marnus Labuschagne picks the length early and paddles this one wide of short fine leg. Mohammed Siraj does perform the chase but the ball had enough legs on it to reach the fence.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and at the pads, Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out from the front foot on the leg side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Full and on middle and leg, Steven Smith drives this one towards mid on and takes a quick single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Fuller delivery on middle and leg, Steven Smith looks to turn this one on the leg side but gets an inside edge that falls wide of short leg.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ashwin tosses this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne shimmies down the track and clears this front leg at the last moment to go inside out. Drives it through covers and batters run three there.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Darted in short and on leg, Steven Smith looks to defend but gets beaten on the inside edge and gets hit on the pads.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and at the stumps, Steven Smith drives it firmly to the right of the bowler. Ravindra Jadeja reacts quickly and makes a good stop.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Fuller around off by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith clips it firmly towards mid-wicket but fails to get it past Cheteshwar Pujara.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller in length on middle, Marnus Labuschagne takes a stride forward and knocks it to mid on for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and defneds it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Beautiful timing! Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and plays it against the turn. Drives this along the ground and gets it right between mid-wicket and mid on for a boundary.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, A bit short in length outside off, Steven Smith uses his feet and defends this one down the wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Tossed up, full around off, Steven Smith clips it firmly towards Rohit Sharma at short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Fuller in length outside off, Steven Smith gets forward and blocks this one out on the off side.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Short and quicker outside off, Steven Smith advances down the track but can only block this one out towards extra cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full outside off, Marnus Labuschagne presses forward and pushes it to mid on for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Serves this one full and around off, Steven Smith steps out and drives it firmly to mid on. They cross for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one full and on middle, Marnus Labuschagne presses forward and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and just outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and blocks this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne goes back and blocks this one out.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller on off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and strokes it to short cover.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Beauty! Short and turning away outside off, Marnus Labuschagne goes back to defend but gets beaten on the outside edge by the sharp away turn.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and at the stumps by Ravindra Jadeja, Marnus Labuschagne stays inside the line and tries to sweep the delivery. But gets a bottom edge back onto his pads.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Full and quicker outside off, Steven Smith defends this one from the front foot towards cover.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and turning into the batter, Marnus Labuschagne goes back in his crease and flicks it towards deep square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller outside off, Marnus Labuschagne tries to work it on the leg side but close the bat face early. Miscues it towards cover for a dot.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and pushes it to short mid-wicket.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Flighted, fuller at the stumps, Steven Smith gets forward and clips it to the left of deep square leg for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Ashwin bowls this one short and turning in on middle, Steven Smith allows the ball to turn and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne shimmies down the wicket and clips this towards mid-wicket/ The fielder makes a good stop diving to his left. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Slightly shorter this time and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne goes on the back foot and keeps this one out. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this full as well and closer to the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and blocks this to short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne strokes this firmly but straight to the cover fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and smothers the ball into the leg side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja floats this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards point. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, This is outside the off pole on a shorter length. Steven Smith walks across the stumps and clips this to square leg. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl short and on a leg stump line. Steven Smith blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne guides this to backward point for a single. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Tossed up, full and at the stumps, Steven Smith advances down the track and clips it to deep mid-wicket for a single.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and at the stumps. Steven Smith defends this back to the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravichandran Ashwin bowls this short and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards deep square leg for a single. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and in line with the stumps. Steven Smith defends this back towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and outside the off pole Steven Smith defends this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! That's a cracking shot! Ravindra Jadeja bowls this slightly short and outside off. Steven Smith rocks back and punches this to deep cover for four runs. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and outside the off stump. Steven Smith defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, How close was that! Ravindra Jadeja bowls a loopy delivery full and on an off stump line. The ball spins away from the bat and misses the off pole by a fraction. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja flights this full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards cover. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Some turn and bounce this time! Bowls this on a shorter length and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend but misses and gets hit on the body. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this back to the left of the bowler. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and on the pads. Marnus Labuschagne taps this to the right of the short mid-wicket fielder. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, goes slightly fuller this time and straight. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards mid-wicket. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Slightly short once again and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne tuck this towards short leg. 

Ravichandran Ashwin to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravichandran Ashwin starts from around the wicket and bowls this short just outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend but gets an outside edge towards third man for a couple of runs. 

A huge roar from the crowd as Ravichandran Ashwin is brought into the attack.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Massive turn there! Gets this to spin away from the bat on a fuller length. Steven Smith pushes at this outside off and gets beaten all ends up. Another maiden over for Ravindra Jadeja. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Gets this one to come back into stumps from a fuller length. Steven Smith pushes this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full once again and outside off. Steven Smith dabs this towards the short cover fielder. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith shimmies down and blocks this towards short cover. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Goes full and into the pads. Steven Smith tucks this into the leg side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Ravindra Jadeja bowls this short and outside off Steven Smith goes on the back foot and dabs this towards cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, A tad bit shorter and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this towards extra cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this into the leg side. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Easy pickings! Axar Patel strays on the pads and bowls it a bit short, Marnus Labuschagne rocks back on the back foot and flicks this one through square leg. Gets it wide of the man there and collects a boundary. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne stays back in the crease and defends it towards backward point.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller outside off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and pushes this one to cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and drifitng in on leg, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and pushes it to mid-wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Another fuller deliivery around off, Steven Smith presses forward and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and angling in on middle and leg by Ravindra Jadeja, Steven Smith blocks this one out from the front foot.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Short and on middle, Steven Smith goes back and defends it on the off side.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Fuller and at the stumps, Steven Smith leans forward and pushes it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Another full delivery on middle, Steven Smith gets behind the line and defends it down the wicket.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Starts with a flighted delivery, full on off, Steven Smith gets on the front foot and defends it to short cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller around off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and pushes it to backward point.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne looks to block and gets an inside edge towards short leg. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Fine shot from Marnus Labuschagne as he plays this really late! Axar Patel bowls this one slightly short and angles it into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne goes deep in the crease and cuts this towards deep backward square leg for four runs. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Fired in short and quicker at the batter, Marnus Labuschagne goes on the back foot and just about manages to keep the ball out.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and angling in on middle and leg, Marnus Labuschagne looks to defend this one but gets hit high on the pads.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, A polite enquiry but turned down! Axar Patel fires this one full and quicker on middle, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, ! Ravindra Jadeja tosses this one full and on middle, Steven Smith shimmies down the track and gets to the pitch of the delivery. Lofts it over mid-wicket and collects a boundary. Good proactive batting by Steven Smith.

Ravindra Jadeja to Steven Smith, Full and drifting in on leg, Steven Smith gets behind the line and defends it back to the bowler.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne uses his feet and drives it wide of mid on for a single.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short an outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne rocks back in the crease and blocks this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and blocks this out. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja tosses this one full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this towards mid off. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Flighted full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, This has shot up from the surface! Axar Patel flights this one full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith looks to get forward but is surprised by the extra bounce. Beats the outside edge as well and lobs up off the keeper's gloves. They take two byes in the process. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls this one short and outside off, much quicker through the air. Steven Smith punches this towards point. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full and outside the off stump. Steven Smith clocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Fuller on off, Steven Smith gets forward and defends this one on the off side.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, ! Axar Patel bowls this one quicker and full outside off, Steven Smith frees his arms and slashes at the delivery. Gets an outside edge that flies quickly to the right of Virat Kohli at first slip. Kohli sticks out his right hand but the ball does not stick in his hand and Steven Smith gets a reprieve.

DRINKS! Just the start India would have been hoping for as they have sent both the Australian openers back to the dressing room early. Both the fast bowlers have one wicket in their kitty but Australia have begun to rebuild their innings with their two main batters. This is the crucial partnership for the visitors and India will want to get the breakthrough before the lunch break. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller on off by Mohammad Shami, Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out from the front foot.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Nicely played! Mohammad Shami bowls this one on a good length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne picks the length early and presses forward. Drives it along the ground and to the left of mid off for a boundary.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Fuller and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne drives this one straight to backward point.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Another good-length delivery at the batter, Marnus Labuschagne tucks this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, On a length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne dabs this one along the ground to cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Shami bowls this one fuller and angling down the leg side, Marnus Labuschagne tries to flick this one but misses.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short in length at the stumps, Steven Smith tries to use his feet and get to the pitch of the delivery but fails to do so. Ends up getting an inside edge back onto his pads.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls it full and on off, Steven Smith pushes this one from the front foot to short cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Serves this one fuller in length on off, Steven Smith leans forward and defends it back to the bowler.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Short and angling at the pads, Steven Smith tries to defend on the back foot but gets an inside edge back onto his pads. The ball lobs towards the vacant short leg region.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Another flighted delivery, full and outside off, Steven Smith gets forward to defend but gets an inside edge back onto his pads.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Floats this one full on off, Steven Smith pushes this one to short cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Good stop! On a length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne tries to steer this one through the slip cordon but Suryakumar Yadav stationed there at second slip makes a good diving stop to his right. 

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Serves this one fuller and outside off, a hint of away movement, Marnus Labuschagne drives this one from the toe end of the bat towards cover.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one fuller in length on the off stump, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and works it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Another delivery on a good length, Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the delivery away from his body but mishits it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length in the channel outside off, Marnus Labuschagne dabs this one to backward point.

Mohammad Shami to Marnus Labuschagne, Shami starts with a full delivery on off, Marnus Labuschagne gets behind the line and drives it to mid on.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Tossed up, fuller on off, Marnus Labuschagne leans forward and steers this one wide of backward point and retains the strike with a single.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and angling into the batter, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and defends it back to the bowler.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Short and quicker at the stumps, the ball keeps a tad low but Marnus Labuschagne manages to block this one out.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Flighted, full around off, Marnus Labuschagne uses his feet and plays it towards Rohit Sharma at short cover.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Darted in full and quicker on off, Marnus Labuschagne pushes this one from the crease to backward point.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bye! Axar Patel floats this one full and outside off, the ball turns away after pitching, Steven Smith looks to drive it on the up but misses. Srikar Bharat behind the wicket misses as well and concedes a bye.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammed Siraj serves this one full and at the stumps, Marnus Labuschagne presents a straight bat and drives it to mid on. Another maiden for Mohammed Siraj.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and angling into the batter from over the wicket, Marnus Labuschagne clips this one straight to mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length around off, Marnus Labuschagne stays on the back foot and whips this one towards mid-wicket.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Full and angling in on middle by Mohammed Siraj, Marnus Labuschagne clips this one nicely but fails to get it past square leg.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Siraj pitches this one full and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne gets forward and drives it along the ground to mid off.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one back of a length and outside off, Marnus Labuschagne hangs back and dabs this one to cover.

Axar Patel to Steven Smith, Bowls this one slightly short and on an off-stump line. Steven Smith looks to stand tall and defend but gets squared up. The ball goes off the outside edge towards point. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Another flighted delivery bowled full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne pushes this into the vacant point region and takes a single. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne gets a good stride forward and blocks this towards silly point. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this into the pitch on the leg side. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full as well and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne knocks this straight to short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Axar Patel flights this full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne drives this uppishly and the ball lands just short of cover. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Another fullish delivery bowled outside off. Steven Smith blocks this into the offside and indicates there is some extra bounce. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith knocks this back towards the bowler. Mohammed Siraj looks to grab the ball and throw it back but fumbles. He gives the batter the stare nonetheless. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Bowls this on a fuller length and outside the off stump. Steven Smith dabs this towards the cover fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Gets the ball to nip back in from a good length and outside off. Steven Smith steps across the stumps and looks to keep the ball out. Misses and gets hit on the pads. There is an inquiry from the bowler but the impact is clearly outside off. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Continues to bowl full and outside the off pole. Steven Smith gets across the stumps and defends this towards mid on. 

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Mohammed Siraj bowls a full delivery outside the off stump. Steven Smith blocks this to the left of the bowler. 

Change of ends for Mohammed Siraj.

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Loopy delivery bowled full and on a leg stump line. Marnus Labuschagne makes rooms and knocks this straight to short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one in line with the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne gets a stride forward and defends this back to the bowler. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Flights this one full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this towards short cover. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one quick and into the stumps on a shorter length. Marnus Labuschagne tucks this towards square leg. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl short and into the pads. Marnus Labuschagne clips this towards the mid-wicket fielder. 

Axar Patel to Marnus Labuschagne, Axar Patel begins with a shortish delivery bowled outside off. Marnus Labuschagne taps this towoards point. 

It will be spin from both ends as Axar Patel comes on to bowl from the opposite end.

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Strays onto the pads on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne misses his flick and the ball goes off the pads to the right of short fine leg for a leg bye. Ravindra Jadeja starts with a maiden. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Tosses this one full as well and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this back down the pitch towards the bowler. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Angles this one into the stumps on a fuller length. Marnus Labuschagne defends this into the off side. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one slightly short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards point. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Floats this one full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this towards mid on. 

Ravindra Jadeja to Marnus Labuschagne, Ravindra Jadeja gets turn straight away! Bowls this full and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the ball and gets beaten in the outside edge. 

Spin for the first time in this Test as Ravindra Jadeja is introduced into the attack.

Mohammed Siraj to Steven Smith, Bowls an in-swinger once again from a good length and just outside off. Steven Smith blocks this out towards the mid on fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this one short and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne pulls this towards mid-wicket and Ravindra Jadeja makes a good stop low to his left. They take a single as the ball is parried towards mid on. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Attacks the stumps once again on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne defends this back towards the bowler. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes full and angles this into the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the mid-wicket fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne blocks this one out solidly. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Another outside edge and four more runs added to Marnus Labuschagne's kitty! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne looks to block this with soft hands but gets a thick edge that flies into the gap towards third man for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Gets this one to nip back in sharply from a fuller length and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith is across the stumps once again but he just about manages to block this towards mid on. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, A tad bit fuller and outside the off pole. Steven Smith steps across the line of the stumps and looks to play at the ball but decides to leave it at the last moment. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length once again and outside the off stump. Steven Smith lets the keeper collect this one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, ! First boundary for Steven Smith and it is a beautiful cover-drive! Mohammad Shami bowls this slightly fuller and outside the off stump. Steven Smith gets a good stride forward and strokes this towards deep cover for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this one wide outside the off pole on a good length. Steven Smith not interested to play at this one. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Mohammad Shami strays onto the pads on a fuller length. Steven Smith clips this towards deep backward square leg and collects a couple of runs to get off the mark. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, What a jaffa! Mohammed Siraj bowls this on a good length and angles it into the batter but gets the ball to straighten after pitching. Marnus Labuschagne plays for the line of the ball and gets beaten on the outside edge, 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Goes back to bowling on a good length and outside off. Marnus Labuschagne raises his arms to this one. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! Second boundary of the over and a bit of fortune in this one! Mohammed Siraj goes slightly fuller and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne pushes at the ball and it takes the outside edge as it goes through the gap in the slip cordon for four runs to third man. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne taps this into the pitch on the off side. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls on a good length this time and outside the off pole. Marnus Labuschagne dabs this towards the point fielder. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, ! That is a controlled shot from Marnus Labuschagne as Australia get their first boundary off the bat! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Marnus Labuschagne punches this straight towards long on for four runs. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Bowls this on a good length as well and just outside the off pole. Steven Smith blocks this towards the mid on fielder. A maiden wicket for Mohammad Shami as well with just four byes conceded. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, On a good length and angling into the batter, Steven Smith shuffles a bit to work it on the leg side. The ball keeps a bit low but Smith still manages to push it to mid-wicket.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, There is definitely some wing on offer here! Mohammad Shami bowls this wide outside the off stump on a good length. Steven Smith leaves this one alone as well. 

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, Shami serves this one fuller and swinging away outside off, Steven Smith does not reach out to the delivery and leaves it alone.

Mohammad Shami to Steven Smith, BYES! Mohammad Shami bowls this full and strays down leg. There is some late moevement in the air and the ball keeps going away from Srikar Bharat as he dives to his left. Four extra runs for Australia .

Steven Smith comes out to bat with Australia tottering at 2-2. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, ! TIMBER! Mohammad Shami sends the stumps for a walk and both the Australian openers are back in the shed! Mohammad Shami bowls from 'round the wicket and serves this on a good length, angled into the stumps from outside off. David Warner gets forward slightly but plays the wrong line as the ball goes into the gap between the bat and the pad to send the off pole cart-wheeling away. Mohammad Shami and the Indian players look pumped up and this is just

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Offers width outside off once again on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne continues to raise his arm and leave the ball alone. A maiden wicket for Mohammed Siraj to start proceedings. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Beaten! That is a good delivery as he gets it closer to the off pole on a good length. Marnus Labuschagne feels for this one and the ball skims past the outside edge. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Continues to bowl on a good length and well outside off. Marnus Labuschagne shoulders his arms to this one as well. 

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Marnus Labuschagne leaves this one alone as the ball stays low once again.

Mohammed Siraj to Marnus Labuschagne, On a good length outside off, Marnus Labuschagne shoulders arms and leaves the ball alone.

Marnus Labuschagne walks in at number 3 for Australia.

Mohammed Siraj to Usman Khawaja, ! A huge wicket for India as the in-form Usman Khawaja has to depart! Mohammed Siraj draws first blood on his very first delivery and India are off to a good start! Massive shout! Mohammed Siraj bowls this full, on a leg stump line and gets the ball to shape back in. Usman Khawaja looks to clip this away but misses the line of the ball and plays all over this. A huge appeal from the Indian players around the bat. The umpire remains unmoved and af

Mohammed Siraj will share the new ball from the other end.

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Continues to bowl on the outside off-stump channel. David Warner will let the ball go through to the keeper once again. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Delivers this wide outside the off pole on a shorter length. David Warner raises his arms and leaves the ball alone. 

Mohammad Shami to Usman Khawaja, Mohammad Shami comes 'round the wicket and serves this at the stumps on a good length. Usman Khawaja clips this towards square leg and takes one to open his account. 

Mohammad Shami to Usman Khawaja, On a good length this time and just outside the off stump. Usman Khawaja shoulders his arms to this one as the ball stays low once again. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, David Warner and Australia are off and running! Mohammad Shami bowls this back of a length and outside the off stump. David Warner gets on his toes and dabs this towards covers with soft hands. They take a quick single. 

Mohammad Shami to David Warner, Mohammad Shami starts off with a fullish delivery but serves it wide outside the off stump. David Warner is watchful and leaves this one alone. Not much carry to the keeper. 

Right then, we are done with the national anthems and we are all set for the action to start. Australian openers make their way out in the middle followed by the Indian players. David Warner and Usman Khawaja will open the innings for Australia. Mohammad Shami will start the proceedings with the new ball for India. Here we go...

Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins lead their respective sides out for the national anthems. It will be Australia's first followed by the national anthem of India.

TOSS - The captains are out in the middle. The coin is flipped into the air and lands in favor of Australia. They have elected to BAT first.

Mark Waugh is out in the middle for a live pitch report after the toss. He says that it is an unusual pitch with different shades on it. Mentions that it is dry but there is a nice grass covering. Admits that it is a big toss for Australians to win but they will need to be watchful while facing the new ball as there could be some help for the fast bowlers who will get some movement. Adds that they can make the most of it when the spinners come into the attack. Claims that the Australians wil

Rohit Sharma says that they would have batted first as well but they have a quality bowling attack to restrict the opponents. Mentions that the pitch looks pretty dry and there will be some help for the bowlers, especially spinners. Claims that when they trained on this ground there was some movement for the seamers so they will see how they start. Adds that they have had good preparation over the last few days while training and the boys are looking forward to it. Admits that it is the b

Pat Cummins the captain of Australia says they will have a bat. Mentions that the pitch looks different from what they have in Australia. Claims that they all come to India a couple of times in a year and that should help them understand the conditions better. Reckons that they need to tweak a few things from how they played against South Africa. Adds that they have had good preparations over the last few months and they feel well placed. Admits that they have had a few injuries but have

India (Playing XI) - Rohit Sharma (C), KL Rahul, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Srikar Bharat (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Axar Patel, Mohammad Shami, Mohammed Siraj.

Australia (Playing XI) - David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Matt Renshaw, Peter Handscomb, Alex Carey (WK), Pat Cummins (C), Todd Murphy, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland.

Starc to Mendis, no run, beaten outside off

Starc to MDKJ Perera, , no run, full and straight and through his defences, clean bowled

Starc to MDKJ Perera, wide, down leg side

Starc to Dilshan, one run, edged down to third man

Starc to Dilshan, no run, played to mid wicket

Starc to MDKJ Perera, one run, outside edge to third man