In the elevated Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), AustraliaVice captain Steve Smith he showed his special skills by beating the fish to kill him India's Nitish Kumar Reddy for one run only. The moment not only highlighted Smith's brilliance but also emphasized the importance of playing Test cricket, especially in key matches in the tournament. Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.
Steve Smith takes a spectacular catch to remove Nitish Reddy
On a day full of stress and hope, it was a late offering from Nathan Lyon which led to Smith's remarkable catch. The ball was pitched outside the off stump, and Reddy, trying to defend it, rounded it to fall. Smith, who stood at first, showed his quickness and agility by diving down to his left. With both hands outstretched, he completed a fine catch, sending Reddy back to the dugout and shifting the momentum in Australia's favour.
The wicket came at a crucial time, as India looked to build a strong innings to collect after Australia had set a fine target of 340 runs. Reddy's dismissal turned the tide, as it increased the pressure on the Indian bowlers who were struggling for early wickets.
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Australia won the Boxing Day Test
The ongoing matches were tied 1-1, making the game very important for both teams. A win for Australia would give them a place in the final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, where India would have to climb to keep their hopes alive in the series. The stakes are high, and every run counts as both teams strive to be at the top of cricket's biggest competition. India on the final day of the MCG Test were on the verge of defeat, and Washington Sundar and Mohammed Siraj at the crease to defend for a draw but ultimately failed and lost the match by 184 runs. With the win Australia took a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.