India crush Australia by 295 runs for historic win in Perth

India claim a historic 295-run victory over Australia in Perth

India clinched a 1-0 series lead in the Border Gavaskar Trophy, following a massive 295-run win against Australia in the first Test of the five-match series at the Optus Stadium in Perth. The visitors secured the win in the final session of Day 4, dismissing the hosts for 238.

Australia's unbeaten streak at the Optus Stadium since 2018 was snapped, as India displayed a remarkable performance, particularly considering the absence of key players Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill.

Australia's batting collapse

The hosts were bowled out for 104 in their first innings, conceding a 46-run lead to India. Nathan Lyon was dismissed for a duck off Washington Sundar's delivery, while Alex Carey scored 36 before being castled by Harshit Rana, sealing the win for India shortly after Tea.

In their second innings, Australia faced a challenging target of 510 runs and lost three wickets under fading light on Day 3. Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood put up a 25-run partnership, but the hosts were eventually dismissed for 238.

India's dominant batting display

India's opening pair, Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul, registered a 201-run stand in the second innings, with Jaiswal scoring his fourth Test ton (161) and Rahul scoring 77. Virat Kohli added a 30th Test century, and India declared at 487/6, setting Australia a daunting target.

Key performers

• Jasprit Bumrah claimed 5 wickets in the first innings, including a golden duck from Steve Smith. He finished with figures of 3-42 in the second innings.
• Harshit Rana made his debut and picked up 3 wickets, including the crucial wicket of Alex Carey.
• Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 161 in the second innings, converting his century into a 150.
• Virat Kohli added a 30th Test century to his tally.

Brief Scores: India 150 and 487/6 decl. beat Australia 104 and 238 by 295 runs.