INDIA WIN BY 36 RUNS! India return to winning ways in fine fashion with a brilliant win over Australia, levelling the series 1-1, bowling Australia out for 304. This was clinical from India. Now to say that Australia conceded easily; they fought, and fought hard with Steve Smith leading their chase, but once the stand between him and Labuschagne that had fetched 96 was ended and the set batsmen were dismissed, it was always going to be a tough ask for them. Smith fell 2 short of a well-deserved century, while Labuschagne was sent back for 46. Jadeja got crucial wickets, but Kuldeep's double blow dismantled Australia. The pacers wrapped up proceedings in the end as India picked up a comfortable win, bouncing back from that 10-wicket hammering in Mumbai.

Earlier, KL Rahul's stunning assault forced Australia on a leather hunt, as India scored 91 in the final 10. At one stage, after losing quick wickets, it seemed like India wouldn't get close to 350 that looking more than plausible at one stage. Rahul's 80 gave India the late impetus, but what stood out was their consistent partnerships throughout. Kohli, Dhawan and Rahul scored fifties, while Rohit fell just short with 42. For the visitors, Zampa was the pick with three important wickets and at crucial times, while Cummins also returned good figures. The other three, however, were given a hiding.

The series remains alive heading into the decider in Bangalore. Thank you for your company today. Do join us on Sunday!