KL Rahul has been batting brilliantly for India in the Perth Test, scoring a determined 26 runs in the first innings despite a controversial dismissal. He carried that momentum into the second innings.
India’s batting came to life in the second innings, with Rahul making full use of the conditions. Alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, who displayed both aggression and patience in his approach, Rahul led the way.
One of the standout moments came when Rahul played a remarkable straight drive off Pat Cummins. The shot evoked memories of Sachin Tendulkar, a master of the technique. Cummins bowled a fuller ball that was swinging in, but Rahul confidently drove it straight past the bowler, reminiscent of Tendulkar’s classic style.
India is now in complete control of the match after a difficult start on Day 1. Indian skipper Jasprit Bumrah delivered an outstanding performance with the ball, taking a five-wicket haul that dismantled the Australian batting lineup. This marked Bumrah’s seventh five-wicket haul in SENA countries and his second in Australia.
Australia collapsed to their second-lowest score at home against India, giving the visitors a 46-run lead. The Indian openers, Rahul and Jaiswal, capitalized on this advantage, handling the Australian bowlers with ease and putting India in a commanding position.
"Shot of the day!"
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 23, 2024
Lovely stuff from KL Rahul #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/Ewh2TKbNrJ
At the close of Day 2, India stands at 172/0, leading by 218 runs. Jaiswal is unbeaten on 90 off 193 balls, while Rahul has solidly made 62 off 153 balls.