Australia's Dominant Performance Leaves India Reeling on Boxing Day

Australia's batsmen put on a show of strength at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with Steve Smith leading the charge with a score of 140. The hosts' total of 474 was a formidable challenge for the Indian team, who were struggling to keep up. At stumps on day two, India were 164 for five, with Yashasvi Jaiswal top-scoring with 82. Virat Kohli, however, could only manage 36. The Australian bowlers, led by Scott Boland, who picked up two wickets, were instrumental in putting pressure on the Indian batsmen. The visitors will need to regroup and come up with a better strategy if they are to make a comeback in the match. The match is evenly poised, with Australia in a strong position, but India still have a chance to turn the tables if they can string together some big partnerships.