In a crucial moment on Day 4 of the WTC Final between India and Australia, Australian skipper Pat Cummins fell victim to Mohammed Shami’s delivery, resulting in the loss of their 8th wicket. Shami bowled a full delivery outside off, tempting Cummins to play a shot. However, Cummins could only manage to slice it off the outside half of his bat, and the substitute fielder Axar Patel comfortably took the catch at cover. Cummins contributed 5 runs to Australia’s total, including a boundary.
With Cummins’ dismissal, Australia made the decision to declare their innings, leaving India with a challenging target of 444 runs if they aim to win the coveted ICC title. Australia’s formidable bowling attack had earlier brought an end to India’s first innings at 296 runs. Now, the pressure is on the Indian batsmen to rise to the occasion and chase down the mammoth total set by Australia.
The target of 444 runs will require a remarkable batting performance from Team India, and they will have 137 overs across the remainder of the Test match to achieve this feat. Australia showed their intent to score quick runs after the lunch break, as Mitchell Starc and Alex Carey formed a crucial partnership. The duo added 93 runs for the seventh wicket in just 120 balls, providing Australia with a significant cushion and strengthening their position in the match.
It remains to be seen whether India can mount a successful chase and clinch the highly anticipated WTC Championship, or if Australia will continue to assert their dominance and emerge as the champions. The stage is set for a thrilling battle as the final innings of the match unfolds.