Rohit Sharma uniquely gestures to a DRS.©Instagram
The opening day of the World Test Championship final witnessed brilliant batting from the Australian team. After Indian pacers gave Australia some early shocks, the Pat Cummins-led side fought back in style with some great counter-attacks from Travis’ lead and some solid support from Steve Smith. Thanks to the duo’s strong performance, Australia will have the upper hand on the second day of competition. While it was serious business on the field, the day also had some humorous moments. One happened courtesy of Indian captain Rohit Sharma. While taking a DRS call, Rohit gestured with his palms behind his back. The gesture amused Mohammed Shami.
Watch: Rohit Sharma’s unique DRS call amuses Mohammed Shami in WTC final
Australia reached 327 for 3 on stumps on the opening day of their World Test Championship Final against India on Wednesday. Travis Head and Steve Smith hit 146 and 95 respectively at the end of the day 1 match as Australia added 157 runs in the final session with 34 overs without losing a single wicket. The duo added 251 runs for the unbroken fourth wicket stand. Earlier, Australia, who had been invited to bat, had scored 97 runs in the post-lunch session in 28 overs for the loss of one wicket. They were 73 for 2 at lunchtime after opener David Warner made 43 off 60 balls. Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj and Shardul Thakur each took a wicket on the day. Short Scores: Australia 1st Innings: 327 for 3 in 85 overs (David Warner 43, Travis Head 146 at bat, Steve Smith 95 at bat; Mohammed Siraj 1/67, Shardul Thakur 1/75, Mohammed Shami 1/77). With PTI inputs
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