Mitchell Starc vs Harshit Rana Viral Moment IND vs AUS: The second day of the first Test between India and Australia has begun. India made an early breakthrough, with Bumrah sending Alex Carey back to the pavilion. As play started on the second day, a funny conversation took place between Harshit Rana and Mitchell Starc. Mitchell Starc told Harshit Rana, “I bowl faster than you, I have got a long memory” It’s worth noting that both players have previously played together for KKR in the IPL.
Team India had already tightened its grip against Australia on the first day, and with the start of the second day’s play, they made it clear that despite playing in Perth and facing Australia, they had come into this Border-Gavaskar Trophy with strong intentions.
India’s Struggle with the Bat on Day 1
India won the toss and chose to bat first, but they struggled with continuous wickets falling. The team managed to score 150 runs, with notable contributions from Nitish Kumar Reddy (41 runs off 59 balls, including six fours and a six) and Rishabh Pant (37 runs off 78 balls, including three fours and a six).
Mitchell Starc vs Harshit Rana 🔥 #INDvsAUS #BGT2024 #WTC25 #MitchellStarc #HarshitRana #BorderGavaskarTrophy #BGT pic.twitter.com/KM6znVU2YL
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India’s Strong Comeback with the Ball
After a tough batting session, India’s fast bowlers made a strong comeback. They wreaked havoc on Australia’s batting lineup, and by the end of Day 1, Australia was reeling at 67/7.
Mitchell Starc to Harshit Rana🗣️
‘I bowl faster than you Harshit. I bowl faster than you. I’ve got a long memory.’Bond of KKR! 💜 pic.twitter.com/TSvL5xxpRz
— Knight Club : KKR (@KnightClub_KKR) November 23, 2024
Australia’s Collapse on Day 2
Australia’s first innings ended at 104 all out. Team India took the final wicket when Mitchell Starc was caught behind by Pant off Harshit Rana’s bowling. Based on the first innings, India gained a lead of 46 runs.
Innings Break!
Australia have been bowled out for 104 runs and #TeamIndia secure a 46-run lead. Captain @Jaspritbumrah93 leads by example taking 5 wickets, while debutant Harshit Rana gets 3 and @mdsirajofficial has 2.
It is time for Lunch on Day 2 and post that the Indian… pic.twitter.com/eryt7KsGKf
— BCCI (@BCCI) November 23, 2024
Bumrah’s Decision to Bat First
On a green pitch, India’s acting captain, Jasprit Bumrah, won the toss and decided to bat. Despite the challenges, the team posted 150 runs, with Nitish Reddy top-scoring with 41 runs.