“Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland’s Resilience Keeps Australia in Control as India Misses Key Breakthrough on Day 4”
December 29, 2024: The fourth day of the India vs Australia 4th Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) concluded with high drama and mounting frustration for Team India as a no-ball call denied Jasprit Bumrah his fifth wicket and India their final breakthrough. Australia ended the day at 228/9, leading by 333 runs, with Nathan Lyon (41)* and Scott Boland (10)* holding fort.
Day 4 Highlights:
Earlier in the day, Pat Cummins (41) and Marnus Labuschagne (70) contributed crucial runs for Australia, bolstering their second-innings total. For India, Jasprit Bumrah led the bowling attack with four wickets, while Mohammed Siraj supported with three scalps.
However, the defining moment came when Nathan Lyon appeared to have been dismissed by Bumrah, only for the umpire to signal a no-ball. Bumrah had overstepped, nullifying the dismissal and giving Lyon a crucial lifeline.
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Missed Opportunity:
The missed opportunity proved costly as Lyon, alongside Boland, dug in and added valuable runs to extend Australia’s lead.
Key Moments from Day 4:
- No-Ball Drama: Bumrah’s no-ball reprieve allowed Lyon to continue frustrating the Indian bowlers.
- Boundary Brilliance: Lyon played some aggressive shots, including a boundary off Akash Deep, showcasing Australia’s resilience.
- Bumrah’s Spell: Despite the setback, Bumrah ended the day with figures of 4/56 in 24 overs, reflecting his relentless effort.
Match Situation:
At stumps, Australia is in a commanding position, leading by 333 runs. With Lyon and Boland still at the crease, the pressure remains firmly on India as they look to wrap up the innings early on Day 5.
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