INDIA VS AUSTRALIA 3RD TEST

India vs Australia, 3rd Test – Live Cricket Score

IND 83/7 (25.1) CRR: 3.3

Day 1: 1st Session

India vs Australia 3rd test 1st march to 5th march

The India vs Australia 3rd Test match was one of the most exciting matches in recent cricket history. The match took place at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) from January 7th to 11th, 2021, and had cricket fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Overview of the Match The match started with Australia winning the toss and electing to bat first. The Australian team put up a respectable total of 338 runs in their first innings, with Steve Smith scoring a magnificent century. In response, India managed to score 244 runs in their first innings, with captain Ajinkya Rahane top-scoring with 112 runs. Australia then declared their second innings at 312/6, setting India a target of 407 runs to win the match. India’s second innings got off to a rocky start, with opener Shubman Gill getting dismissed early. However, India’s batting line-up put up a determined effort, with Cheteshwar Pujara and Rishabh Pant scoring crucial half-centuries. With just a few overs remaining in the match, India needed 10 runs to win with three wickets in hand. In a nail-biting finish, Hanuma Vihari and Ravichandran Ashwin managed to hold off the Australian bowlers and secure a draw for India. Key Moments The India vs Australia 3rd Test match had several key moments that contributed to its excitement. Some of these moments included:

  • Steve Smith’s Century: Steve Smith’s century in the first innings was a masterclass in batting. He scored 131 runs off 226 balls and helped Australia put up a respectable total.
  • Ajinkya Rahane’s Century: Ajinkya Rahane’s century in the first innings was crucial for India. He scored 112 runs off 223 balls and helped India avoid a collapse.
  • Rishabh Pant’s Performance: Rishabh Pant’s performance in the second innings was exceptional. He scored 97 runs off just 118 balls and kept India’s hopes of a victory alive.
  • Hanuma Vihari and Ravichandran Ashwin’s Partnership: Hanuma Vihari and Ravichandran Ashwin’s partnership in the final overs of the match was the most thrilling moment of the match. They held off the Australian bowlers for over 40 minutes and secured a draw for India.

Conclusion The India vs Australia 3rd Test match was a thrilling match that had everyone on the edge of their seats. With several key moments and outstanding performances from both teams, it was a match that will be remembered for years to come. Although India didn’t manage to win the match, their determination and fighting spirit in the face of adversity was truly inspiring. Cricket fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the next match in this exciting series.

Match Info

IND vs AUS, 3rd Test, Australia tour of India, 2023
Date
Wednesday, March 01, 2023 – Sunday, March 05, 2023
Toss
India won the toss and opt to bat
Time
9:30 AM
Venue
Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
Umpires
Joel Wilson, Nitin Menon
Third Umpire
Richard Kettleborough
Match Referee
Chris Broad

India Squad

Playing

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Srikar Bharat (wk), Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj

Bench

KL Rahul, Mohammed Shami, Ishan Kishan, Kuldeep Yadav, Suryakumar Yadav, Jaydev Unadkat

Australia Squad

Playing

Usman Khawaja, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith (c), Peter Handscomb, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Todd Murphy, Matthew Kuhnemann
Bench
Mitchell Swepson, Matt Renshaw, Scott Boland, Lance Morris