The ongoing IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test in Melbourne between India and Australia has reached a thrilling stage. Nitish Reddy's record-shattering unbeaten century on Day 3 has reignited India's hopes.
Standing firm at 105 not out, Nitish's fiery innings propelled India to 358/9 in response to Australia's formidable first-innings total of 474. However, the visitors still trail Australia by 116 runs as the match heads into the crucial fourth day, which will begin earlier than originally scheduled.
Check revised start time for Day 4 of India vs Australia 4th Test in Melbourne
Due to poor light curtailing play on Day 3, the fourth day's action will now begin 30 minutes earlier to make up for the lost time. Day 4 of IND vs AUS 4th Test is set to begin at 4:30 AM IST, giving fans an early start to witness some intense cricketing action. Nitish Reddy's resilience will be key as India looks to reduce the deficit and remain alive in the game.
Boxing Day Test: India reaches 358/9 at stumps on Day 3
Stumps were called a bit early on Day 3 of IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test due to poor light, with India reaching 358/9 at stumps. The visitors trail Australia by 116 runs in the first innings, keeping the match finely balanced as it heads into Day 4.
Team India faced early setbacks in IND vs AUS Melbourne Test as Australia set a mammoth target with a first-innings total of 474 runs. India's response was shaky, with star players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma falling cheaply, leaving the team in a vulnerable position.
At 221/7, India was on the brink of a follow-on. However, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washington Sundar rose to the occasion, stitching a solid 127-run partnership for the eighth wicket. The resilient stand between Reddy and Sundar not only steadied India's innings but also kept their hopes alive in IND vs AUS 4th Test match.