Australia vs India: Bumrah and Deep lead tourists past follow-on
India fought hard to avoid a follow-up match against Australia and looked destined for a draw in the third Test match in Brisbane.
A rain-affected fourth day saw visitor numbers reduced to 213, nine, with Australia needing 33 more to bat again.
However, the final wicket combination of Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep was outstanding, with the latter’s over-cut four helping them get past the subsequent score.
This sparked celebrations among the batsmen as well as the Indian dressing room, where Virat Kohli high-fived his teammates and coaches.
Australia took 3 wickets for 19 runs to create follow-on chances but were left out due to the absence of seamer Josh Hazlewood. May miss remainder of series due to calf injury – Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc were tired.
KL Rahul, who was bowled by Steve Smith on the first ball of the day, scored 84 and Ravindra Jadeja scored 77.
The five-game series is tied 1-1 Australia 10 wins Last week in Adelaide.
India must win at least two of the last three Tests to ensure a place in the final of the World Test Championship at Lord’s in June.
Defending champions Australia will reach the final if they win the remaining two Tests. They will also play another series against Sri Lanka to qualify.
