What's happened
On the third day of the Test in Perth, India leads Australia by 321 runs, with Yashasvi Jaiswal scoring 141 not out. Jasprit Bumrah's five-wicket haul helped India secure a 46-run lead after a tumultuous first day. The match continues to showcase India's strong performance despite missing key players.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to AP News, India was 275-1 at lunch on the third day, with Jaiswal's impressive innings leading the charge. Bumrah's five-wicket haul was crucial in restricting Australia to a low total, as noted in The Independent. The contrasting performances highlight India's current dominance in the series, especially given their recent history of success in Australia. The Independent also emphasized the challenges faced by Australia, particularly their batting struggles against India's pace attack.
How we got here
India's Test series against Australia has been marked by the absence of skipper Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill due to personal and injury reasons. The team has introduced young players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Harshit Rana, aiming to build on their recent successes in Australia.
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