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India Beats Australia by 295 Runs in Perth, Leads Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-0

Nov 25, 2024, 07:51 AM

India secured a historic 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test at Perth's Optus Stadium, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 series. India posted scores of 150 and declared their second innings at 487 for 6, setting a target of 534 for Australia. Australia was dismissed for 104 and 238, with their second innings ending in 58.4 overs. Stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah led from the front, claiming eight wickets in the match, including three in the second innings, while Mohammed Siraj also took three wickets in the second innings. This win marks the first time a visiting team has defeated Australia in a Test at this venue.