Image: The Indian team met Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese / © Sportstar
India, under the leadership of stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah, secured a remarkable 295-run victory in Perth to take a 1-0 lead in the series. The bowlers, led by Bumrah himself, dismissed Australia for 238 in the final session of Day 4, showcasing their dominance on a pitch that offered something for everyone.
Ahead of their second Test in Adelaide, the team took a well-deserved rest day in Canberra. During this break, the players had the unique opportunity to meet and interact with Prime Minister Albanese. In a candid conversation, the Prime Minister chatted with Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah, appreciating their efforts in maintaining the spirit of the game while delivering exceptional performances. In the tweet by the Prime Minister of Australia, he said:
Big challenge ahead for the PM’s XI at Manuka Oval this week against an amazing Indian side. But as I said to PM @narendramodi, I’m backing the Aussies to get the job done.
confidence after its dominant start to the series. The players will now shift focus to their pink-ball practice match against the Prime Minister’s XI, scheduled at Manuka Oval, as they prepare for the second Test under lights starting December 6.