India faced a rare and challenging day in cricket on Sunday, suffering three significant defeats across different formats and levels.
Men’s Team Falls to Australia in Second Test
Australia delivered a commanding 10-wicket win over India in the second Test in Adelaide, leveling the five-match series at 1-1. The game ended within three days, with Australia chasing a modest 19-run target without losing a wicket.
India, batting first, was bowled out for 180 runs, with Nitin Kumar Reddy contributing 42 runs. Australian captain Pat Cummins spearheaded the bowling attack with five wickets.
Australia responded with 337 runs in their first innings, gaining a 157-run lead. India’s second innings faltered at 175, setting a minimal target for Australia, who comfortably secured the victory.
India U19 Team Loses Asia Cup Final
In Dubai, the Bangladesh U19 team clinched the Asia Cup title with a 59-run win over India. Batting first, Bangladesh scored 198 runs in 49.1 overs, with Razzan Hossain leading the charge with 47 runs.
Despite disciplined bowling from India, led by Chetan Sharma and Hardik Raj taking two wickets each, the batting lineup collapsed to 139 runs in 35.2 overs. Captain Mohamed Amaan scored 26, while Iqbal Hussain and Azizul Hakim took three wickets each for Bangladesh.
Women’s Team Outplayed by Australia
The Indian women’s team also faced defeat, losing the second ODI in Brisbane by 122 runs.
Australia set an imposing target of 372 runs, with 371 for eight in 50 overs. India’s batting faltered in response, bowled out for 249 runs in 44.5 overs.
The triple loss marks a tough day for Indian cricket, highlighting challenges across teams.
