WATCH, BGT 2024 | Australia’s overhyped Perth pitch claims become the town’s latest comedy routine

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ByDebayan Sinha, SportsCafe Editor

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Confidence can be crucial, but overconfidence often leads to setbacks. Before the first Test, Australia boasted that the pace-friendly Perth pitch would challenge India's batting, yet by Day 2, the Indian openers proved them wrong, dominating the conditions with a solid partnership.

‌The Border-Gavaskar Trophy has always been a big event in the cricketing world, with numerous headlines leading up to it. Before the first Test, the Australian team made some bold claims during an interview when asked about the Perth pitch, stating it was pace and bounce-friendly. The Aussies were confident that the Indian batsmen would struggle, as they predicted a tough time for the visitors on the fast Perth track.

However, as the second day unfolded, the tables turned dramatically. India finished with a dominating 172/0 at stumps, leading by a massive 218 runs. On the other hand, Australia’s batters couldn’t handle India’s pace attack, getting bowled out for a mere 104 runs. Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, and Mohammed Siraj produced a clinical performance, exposing Australia’s vulnerability. The Indian pacers showcased their skill, while the Australian batting line-up failed to get going. The overconfidence from the Australian team quickly turned into embarrassment, as their earlier statements were proven wrong.

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