Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed for 84 [Source: @7Cricket/x.com]
The fourth Test at the MCG was already shaping up to be a thriller but Yashasvi Jaiswal’s dismissal in the dying stages of the game added another layer of drama. The Indian opener, who was batting like a rock in the middle, fell for 84 off 208 balls but what grabbed the attention wasn’t just his wicket, it was the way it happened.
Travis Head Runs Wild After Jaiswal Admits To Gloving The Ball
On the fifth ball of the 71st over, Aussie skipper Pat Cummins bowled a sharp short ball aimed around Jaiswal’s leg stump. The field was set perfectly for the trap, and Yashasvi Jaiswal took the bait, attempting a pull shot. The ball grazed his glove and flew to Alex Carey, who dived forward to take a low catch.
The on-field umpire gave it not out, but Cummins was quick to signal for a review. While Pat pondered the decision, Travis Head casually walked past Jaiswal and asked him, “Did you nick it?”
Jaiswal, being the honest lad he is, nodded in agreement. That was all Travis Head needed—he sprinted toward his teammates, pointing excitedly that it was indeed out, celebrating before the umpire even made it official.
AUS vs IND: Drama in the Review
The review wasn’t without its share of suspense. Snicko didn’t immediately show a deflection, leaving a moment of doubt. But closer inspection revealed a faint spike when the ball passed the glove. The decision was overturned, and Jaiswal had to walk back, falling short of what could have been a heroic hundred.
His dismissal was a huge blow to India’s hopes, as he had been the lone warrior in an otherwise abysmal batting lineup. The young opener, who has been India’s standout performer in the series, left the field to a standing ovation for his gritty knock.
India On The Verge Of A Defeat
India, now 143/7, are staring down the barrel with only Washington Sundar and Akash Deep at the crease. The equation is grim—196 runs needed with just 18 overs remaining. For India, the focus is no longer on chasing the target but simply surviving the remaining overs to force a draw and keep the series level at 1-1.
Australia, on the other hand, need just three wickets to seal the game and take a crucial 2-1 lead in the five-match series. With Cummins and the rest of the bowling attack on fire, they’ll be sniffing a win.