Mar 3, 2023
By: Rahul Verma
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The ongoing Test series between India and Australia will add another chapter to the long-standing rivalry between the two nations. During 3rd test, Australia win by nine wickets, a series at 2-1 going into Ahmedabad Test. However, the historical records reveal some intriguing statistics regarding the past and present.
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India scripted history by clinching their maiden Test series triumph in Australia, thanks to an outstanding batting display led by Cheteshwar Pujara.
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Australia set the tone for the series by securing a convincing 333-run win over the hosts in the first Test at Pune. Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin, the spin duo, caused chaos by grabbing 25 and 21 wickets, respectively. Meanwhile, Cheteshwar Pujara was yet again the batting hero for India.
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Australia made a strong start by delivering commanding performances in the first two Tests, overpowering the visitors and taking a 2-0 lead in the series.
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The hosts, India, completely overwhelmed the helpless visitors in one of the most lopsided matches between the two teams, displaying their dominance from the outset. Murali Vijay shone brightly, scoring the most runs.
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Led by the charismatic Michael Clarke, a rampant Australian team completely outclassed the visiting Indian side on home soil. The Indian batting lineup struggled throughout the series, with the Australian pacers wreaking havoc.
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Sachin Tendulkar single-handedly took control of the two-match series, showcasing his mastery by relentlessly thrashing the Australian attack.
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Gautam Gambhir emerged as the leading run-scorer in the series, accumulating 463 runs, followed by Sachin Tendulkar (396) and Michael Hussey (394). Indian bowlers dominated the wicket-takers chart, with Ishant Sharma and Harbhajan Singh both grabbing 15 wickets each.
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The series was plagued by the infamous "Monkeygate" scandal, which overshadowed the on-field proceedings as umpiring mistakes and accusations of racism took center stage. Despite the controversy, the series witnessed some remarkable performances, particularly from Sachin Tendulkar and Anil Kumble.
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Australia once again began their tour of India with a convincing victory in the opening Test. India managed to draw the second Test but was dealt an even more crushing defeat in the third match, ultimately handing Australia the series with one game left to play.
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In a departure from recent trends in the rivalry between the two sides, the series concluded in a rare 1-1 draw.
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