The fourth Test match of the series between India and
Australia has been brought alive by attacking play by both sides on the fourth
day. The Aussies scored 251 for 6 in only 40 overs, giving their bowlers a good
platform to attack on the final day.
Whirlwind Batting by
the Aussies on the fourth day
They now lead by 348 runs with 4 second innings’ wickets
intact. It was entertaining cricket at its best and Indian bowlers were meted
out a good hiding. It is a good enough lead already as no side has scored more
than 350 in the fourth innings to win a Test match in Sydney.
Early declaration on
Day 5
Expect Australia to bat for a maximum of another 30 minutes
and declare with a target of around 370-380 for India to chase. The Aussies
would want India to go for the target as that would maximise their chances of getting
wickets. The Sydney track is still pretty good for batting, and India under the
aggressive Virat Kohli may look to go for the target to get a Test win in Australia
after a long time.
Virat Kohli would shine
again
The Indian chase would depend to a big degree upon Virat
Kohli as he is one batsman capable of tearing apart any bowling attack on his
day. And he seems to relish the pressure of a big stage. Expect a good show
from him again on the final day.
Lyon will get a
good old thrashing
One of the biggest failures of Indian batsmen has been how
they have tackled Nathan Lyon in this series. They have failed to attack him
enough and have allowed him to settle down way too often. Expect that to change
tomorrow as the young guns would go after him and take him to corners of the
ground.
Prediction
India would give Australia a run for their money on this
flat Sydney track and the last day will have its share of excitements and hopes
for both the sides. At the moment it is 60-40 in favour of Australia. However if
Virat Kohli produces one of his best Test knocks of his young career, India
might surprise Australia to win this one. Whatever happens, it is must watch
Test match cricket on the final day.
Australia Test Cricket Records Vs India
Australia Test Cricket Records Vs India
