IND 252-9 (75) | IND Vs AUS Highlights, 3rd Test BGT Day 4: India Avoids Follow-On

India vs. Australia, BGT 2024 3rd Test Match Live Cricket Score and Updates: India avoided the follow-on on Day 4 of the third Test, thanks to a gritty 39-run stand between Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep.

IND Vs AUS Highlights: India managed to avoid the follow-on thanks to a resilient unbeaten 39-run partnership between Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep on Day 4 of the third Test against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. The duo’s effort took India to 252/9 at stumps, trailing Australia’s first-innings total of 445 by 193 runs.

Earlier in the day, India captain Rohit Sharma’s struggles with the bat continued as he fell for just 10 runs, nicking a Pat Cummins delivery to wicketkeeper Alex Carey. His dismissal, marked by a lapse in footwork, added to the team’s batting woes. However, KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja steadied the innings with fighting half-centuries. Rahul scored a determined 84, while Jadeja’s spirited 77 helped India build crucial partnerships.

Jadeja combined with Nitish Reddy for a vital stand before Bumrah and Akash Deep frustrated the Australian bowlers late in the day. Akash’s unbeaten 27, laced with some powerful strikes, and Bumrah’s solid 10 not out, ensured India crossed the 246-run mark required to avoid the follow-on. Heading into the final day, India’s last wicket will aim to narrow the deficit further. Australia, on the other hand, will look to strike early and push for a result.

17 December 2024

17 December 2024 13:26 IST

AUS vs IND 3rd Test Live: India Avoid The Follow-On

A short ball outside off from Cummins, and Akash Deep stays on the leg side, attempting a cut. The thick outside edge flies over gully and races to the boundary. Celebrations erupt in the dressing room as Rohit, Kohli, and Gambhir exchange high-fives, knowing the importance of this moment.

IND: 252/9 (75)

17 December 2024 13:00 IST

India vs Australia 3rd Test Live Score: Akash Deep - Bumrah Important Partnership

India's No. 11, Akash Deep, struck a boundary off Mitchell Starc through point on the final ball of the 71st over. With this effort, India now require only 11 more runs to avoid the follow-on.

IND - 236/9 (70)