IND vs AUS LIVE Score: India in Trouble at the End of Day 1 of WTC Final 2023
India found themselves in a difficult situation after the completion of the first day of the World Test Championship Final 2023 against Australia. Electing to bowl first, the team from India had some early success as they managed to take three wickets before the Aussies reached the 100-run mark. However, a match-winning 251-run partnership between Travis Head and Steve Smith has put India in a precarious position.
Day 1 Summary
Choosing to bowl, India started off well. Mohammed Siraj dismissed Usman Khawaja in the early stages. While David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne formed a 69-run stand, Shardul Thakur removed the world’s number one Test batsman for 26.
At lunch, Australia was back in the pavilion with 71/2. Mohammad Shami returned post lunch to cause a stir among the Aussies. David Warner fell for 43, giving India a chance. However, the sun shone on the Aussies as Head and Smith went on to make an unbeaten 251-run partnership.
Conclusion
India’s hopes of winning the World Test Championship Final 2023 have taken a hit after the first day’s play. With the Aussies in a strong position, the team from India will need to work hard to make a comeback and take the title.