Australia delivered a resounding 10-wicket defeat to India in the second Test of the five-match series at the Adelaide Oval on Sunday, December 8. After securing a 157-run first-innings lead, Australia bowled India out for just 175 in the second innings. Chasing a mere 19-run target, the visitors achieved victory within 3.2 overs without losing a wicket.
This comprehensive win not only showcased Australia’s dominance in day-night Tests but also marked their return to the top of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 standings with a percentage of 60.71%.
India Drops to Third in WTC Standings
India’s defeat at Adelaide, their second consecutive loss in a pink-ball Test at the venue, has caused a significant setback. The team has slipped to the third position in the WTC standings, with a percentage of 57.29%.
Meanwhile, South Africa, currently playing their second Test against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, climbed to the second spot with a 59.26% win percentage. A victory in their ongoing match could propel South Africa to the top. In contrast, 2021 WTC champions New Zealand have dropped to sixth after losing to England by 323 runs in Wellington.
Here are some Twitter reactions
Gautam Gambhir Era đ¤Ą
— Veena Jain (@DrJain21) December 8, 2024
– Lost ODI Series vs SL
– Lost Test series vs NZ at home
– Lost Test At Chinnaswamy
– Bowled out for 46 at home
– Ended the 12 year Test series win streak
– Lost Pink ball Test
But still, PR must continue đ#INDvsAUS #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/U18MLO6knH
Gautam Gambhir as a coach
— Praneeth VKš⸠(@fantasy_d11) December 8, 2024
– Lost the ODI Series vs SL
– Lost the Test series vs NZ at home
– Lost Test At Chinnaswamy
– Bowled out for 46 at home
– Ended the 12 year Test series win streak
– Lost Pink Test
Gautam Gambhir Era đ¤Ą#INDvsAUS #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/OveVmMVWjS
This is proper BGT. The crowd started booing Mohammed Siraj and Siraj was liking it all. Fukkk off Travis Head. đĽ#INDvsAUS #AUSvsINDpic.twitter.com/wGgilyYI0m
— Akshat (@AkshatOM10) December 7, 2024
Losing by 10 wickets is the new normal for Team India đŽđł A Dominating Performance by Australia đŚ that outclassed India đđť#INDvAUS #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/BOBMeThLcd
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) December 8, 2024
-Can't bat
— Praneeth VKš⸠(@fantasy_d11) December 8, 2024
-Can't field
-Can't captain
-Can't respect veteran players
-Eat's 10 vadapav's daily
-Play's for the opponent
Rohit DuckMan đŚ sharma burden to team Indiađ
Please retire Hippo đđť#INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/cMlMCHJQP1
India vs Australia Pink Ball Test: The shortest Test match in history between the two! #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/Pj5dft0Uk2
— Prayag (@theprayagtiwari) December 8, 2024
Australian Crowd booing you means you are on right pathđâ¨
— Mufaddal Parody (@mufaddal_voira) December 7, 2024
They boo even King Virat Kohli in Past. #INDvsAUSpic.twitter.com/dDWVd0hh4R
Nitish Kumar Reddy Shines Amid Collapse
Despite India’s struggles, young batter Nitish Kumar Reddy emerged as the lone bright spot. Top-scoring in both innings, the 21-year-old from Andhra displayed grit against a formidable Australian bowling attack. In the second innings, he contributed 42 runs off 47 balls, hitting six boundaries and a six.
However, India’s batting lineup faltered overall, succumbing to Pat Cumminsâ brilliant five-wicket haul (5 for 57). Cummins dismissed key players, including Ravichandran Ashwin, Harshit Rana, and Reddy, while Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland chipped in with crucial wickets. Australia’s commanding performance reaffirmed their superiority, leaving India with significant questions ahead of the next match.
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