Mohammed Shami picks a spectacular Fifer to restrict Australia to 276 in the 1st ODI, Ind Vs Aus ODI Series.
Australia received a significant boost in the start of the innings from David Warner, who played a spectacular half-century. Warner’s partnership with Steve Smith for the second wicket, amassing an impressive 94 runs, provided a strong foundation for Australia’s innings.
However, India mounted a comeback as Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami made pivotal breakthroughs at crucial junctures, shifting the momentum in their favor.The dismissal of Marnus Labuschagne through an unusual stumping by Ravichandran Ashwin added an element of surprise to the game. A brief rain interruption ensued, further adding to the drama.
After the rain delay, Cameron Green and Josh Inglis appeared to be consolidating Australia’s position, but a mix-up between them resulted in Green being run out in a calamitous fashion.The dynamic duo of Marcus Stoinis and Josh Inglis then launched a counterattack, amassing an impressive 62-run partnership for the sixth wicket before Stoinis was dismissed by Shami.
Shami’s brilliance continued as he completed a five-wicket haul by taking two wickets in the penultimate over of the Australian innings. India’s ideal start, with Shami dismissing Mitchell Marsh with just the fourth ball of the match, set the tone for their bowling performance. However, they had to display patience, waiting for another 17 overs before securing another crucial breakthrough
Australia reached 276 runs being all out in 50-overs, India will soon chase the target.