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In a high-voltage clash at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Indian team faced a disheartening 184-run defeat against Australia in the Boxing Day test, pushing the hosts ahead 2-1 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 series. The match, watched by thousands in the stadium and millions around the world, showcased a battle of skill, strategy and endurance. Despite moments of hope and individual brilliance, India could not overcome the challenges posed by the Australian team on their own turf.
As the series draws to a close in Sydney, India will reflect on the mistakes they made in the match, carefully analyzing every aspect of their performance. The team should identify key areas where they failed, as this self-reflection is crucial to gaining valuable insights and learning important lessons. If India hopes to avoid suffering a series defeat or end on a positive note with a draw, these lessons will be essential in shaping their approach for the final match and ensuring a strong and competitive performance.
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3 reasons behind Team India’s defeat in the 4th Test against Australia
1. Batting collapse under pressure
India’s batting, already facing heat in the series, crumbled under the pressure of a 340-run chase. Yashasvi JaiswalThe 84th was a bright spark in an otherwise mediocre performance, and the rest of the team was unable to build on this start. The tastes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohliand KL Rahul they failed to convert their starts into significant scores. A lack of partnerships and an inability to effectively counter Australia’s bowling attack led to a batting collapse, underscoring the need for better resilience and strategy when facing a target of this magnitude.
2. Jasprit Bumrah’s Overdependence
India’s bowling attack depended largely on jasprit bumrahwho bowled his heart out, taking 4 wickets in the first innings and followed it up with a five-wicket haul in the second innings. However, the rest of the bowling unit did not provide adequate support. Other players struggled to make an impact, either through inconsistency or being less effective on the Melbourne pitch. This over-reliance on Bumrah meant that when he was rested or not at his best, the team lacked the firepower to dismantle Australia’s batting line-up efficiently. The match highlighted the urgent need for a more balanced and varied bowling attack to complement Bumrah’s prowess.
3. Rohit Sharma’s captaincy mistakes
Rohit’s decisions on the field came under scrutiny after the match. His captaincy was criticized for setting overly defensive fields, allowing the Australian batsmen to settle in and build substantial partnerships. Decisions such as batting first under cloudy skies, which could have been more advantageous for Australia’s seamers, were questioned. Furthermore, his personal contribution with the bat was below par, which added pressure to his leadership role as he scored only 12 runs in the match. The inability to adapt strategies or galvanize the team when the going got tough was a notable aspect of India’s defeat, with fans and pundits alike expressing disappointment in his captaincy in this critical game.
