Yashasvi Jaiswal's promising innings was cut short and expensive to mix with Virat Kohli on Day 2 of the Melbourne Test, which resulted in a late finish that spoiled the important tie and gave up. India struggle with Australia. This breakdown in communication between the two batsmen proved costly, especially considering that Jaiswal had already made an impact in the game.
A dangerous combination between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli
On the last ball of the 41st over, Scott Boland gave it all Jaiswal cut it hard to the middle. Immediately, he called for one, but Kohli hesitated and refused to take part in the run. Jaiswal, on the verge of going down, continued to push the single despite Kohli's reluctance.
The tension between the two meant that Jaiswal was left out, Cummins tossing it calmly, accurately from mid-on to Carey, who completed the finish. Jaiswal's knock of 82, built on confidence and aggression, ended in disappointment, highlighting the importance of clear communication and the right pace between the wickets. This termination not only violated the promising agreement but also left India in a difficult position.
Here's how fans responded:
The most important moment in the game. Jaiswal is making progress. He called a quick single. Kohli was looking at the ball. Who is at fault here? #BorderGavaskarTrophy #ViratKohli #YashasviJaiswal #HONESTvsIND
– Aayush Mahajan (@CricGlance) December 27, 2024
Virat Kohli – Why are you watching the ball on Brother Jaiswal's call?
Hadh yr 😢#INDVAUS #HONESTvsIND– Cricketwood (@thecricketwood) December 27, 2024
Kohli just sacrificed Jaiswal….🙄🙄🙄#INDvsAUS
– CHECKERED FLAG 🏁 (@cfmagindia) December 27, 2024
Jaiswal missed a well worth 100. Idk what that mix was. You don't usually rush to hit the middle and the middle. It reminds me of the Rahane-Kohli run in the last BGT.
– Teerth Upadhyay (@TeerthUpadhyay) December 27, 2024
An evil smile from Kohli aka chokli after getting Jaiswal out. 💔 https://t.co/PwtXauJhbo pic.twitter.com/QVTOtLCWU2
– ً (@Ro45Goat) December 27, 2024
I have never seen a brain moment like this before & Virat Kohli has no problem this time, only Yashasvi Jaiswal is to blame for this ending!! pic.twitter.com/GUS7cDoSJs
– Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) December 27, 2024
What a pathetic dismissal by Jaiswal and Kohli again at the crime scene. So today this will be what we will discuss and Rohit sharma will also escape from criticism 🤣🤣🤣
– Archer (@poserarcher) December 27, 2024
People love to criticize Virat Kohli.
But Yashasvi Jaiswal's demise was not Kohli's fault.
— Pakchikpak Raja Babu (@HaramiParindey) December 27, 2024
Another suicide by Kohli! Both Jaiswal and Kohli were doing very well and all of a sudden they are gone without forcing the Australians to do something amazing. #BoxingDayTest #BGT2025
— Nehaa Guupta (@nehagupta06) December 27, 2024
I almost thought Kohli had dropped Jaiswal when Cummins hit the stumps. Had Kohli accepted Jaiswal's call he would have been dismissed instead.
— “(@KohlifiedGal) December 27, 2024
Yashasvi's death disturbed the prison. This finish was mainly Kohli's fault.
📸 @CricSubhayan #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/eqV454eIOU
– Trisha Ghosal (@TrishaGhosal) December 27, 2024
Kohli is about to retire from cricket. Hit them if they are on the opposing team, causing them to end up as teammates
– Ra_Bies 3.0 (@Ra_Bies) December 27, 2024
This is how I remember Kohli.
Intentionally assaulting a 19-year-old.
To chase his team's best football.
Coming out later.Thank you Virat.
— Tom O'Neil (@thomasjameoneil) December 27, 2024
There is nothing sweeter, than seeing Kohli chase down India's best batsman, only to get himself out later.
Sweet treats!#HONESTvsIND
— Jack (@jak77b) December 27, 2024
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Australia's complete dominance over India in the Melbourne Test
Meanwhile, Australia extended their dominance, finishing on 474, thanks to a stellar start. Steve Smithwho scored 140 from 197 balls. The partnership of 100 runs for the 7th wicket is Pat Cummins showed Australia's bravery and smart play. Jasprit Bumrah he continued his impressive form, taking 4 wickets for 99 runs. His efforts were crucial in reducing Australia's total and giving India the lead. Ravindra Jadeja's spin was effective, taking 3 wickets for 78 runs. His ability to contain the batsmen and break the tie was a must for India.
In reply, India managed 164/5 in their first innings, trailing by 310 runs. Jaiswal emerged with 82 runs, showing determination amid Australia's bowling threat. The wickets of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Kohli early ruined India's chances to recover. However, Jaiswal and Kohli's 100-run partnership provided resistance, even as Australia continued to dominate with good bowling.