Rain continued to impact the third Test between India and Australia on Day 5. As a result, only 24 balls were bowled in the first session.
India were all out for 260 after Akash Deep’s dismissal. The Australian team was ready to begin their innings, but rain halted the start. Fans waited for Usman Khawaja and Nathan McSweeney to take the field, but the weather intervened.
Akash Deep and Bumrah Show Resilience
Before the rain arrived, Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah were adding valuable runs for India. The Australian bowlers struggled to find a breakthrough. Nathan Lyon applied pressure from one end, while Travis Head attacked the tail from the other.
Head Breaks Through
Eventually, Travis Head found success. He bowled a slider past Akash, and wicketkeeper Alex Carey quickly removed the bails. The replay showed Akash’s foot was on the line when the bails were dislodged, and Akash was out for 31 off 44 balls.
Akash’s Partnership Helps India
Despite the dismissal, Akash’s cameo proved crucial. His partnership with Bumrah helped India avoid the follow-on, which seemed likely on Day 4. The duo batted with caution, ensuring India avoided further setbacks.
Dressing Room Reactions
Akash’s boundary, which sent the ball flying for four, was met with excitement in the Indian dressing room. Head coach Gautam Gambhir, along with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, reacted enthusiastically as they watched from the sidelines.
Following the rain, the session was cut short. The players waited as conditions worsened, preventing further play for the time being.