India vs Australia: Live Score Updates for WTC Final Day 1

Travis Head and Steve Smith have put the Aussies in a commanding position as Head has scored his century off 106 balls, while Smith is frustrating India with a cautious knock having already notched his fifty. The two have added over 200 runs to put India on the back foot. Marnus Labuschagne was sent packing by Mohammad Shami shortly after Lunch, leaving Head and Smith to take the reins.

India Win Toss, Opt to Bat Second

India won the toss and chose to bat second in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia. Rohit Sharma opted to go for four seamers, meaning Ravi Ashwin misses out. KS Bharat was chosen as the wicketkeeper. On the other hand, Australia decided to go with Scott Boland in the absence of Hazlewood.

India’s Playing XI

India’s Playing XI consisted of Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, and Srikar Bharat (wicketkeeper).

Australia Start Strong

Australia started off strong as Mohammed Siraj got the first blood, sending Usman Khawaja packing. David Warner looked in sublime form before getting dismissed for 43.

Conclusion

After a promising start from Australia, India will be looking to make a strong comeback in the World Test Championship Final against Australia. With the two sides having strong batting and bowling lineups, the match is sure to be an exciting one.