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'Isliye IPL chhod ke practice karne bola tha' - Twitter reacts as Australia dominate India on Day 1 of WTC final

Australia showed its class on Day 1 of WTC final at the Oval Cricket Ground.

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In a highly anticipated clash at the Oval Cricket Ground, India and Australia battled it out in the first day of the World Test Championship. The stakes were high, and all eyes were on the players as the match unfolded on Wednesday, 7th June. Rohit Sharma, leading the Indian team, won the toss and elected to bowl first, hoping to seize the early advantage.

India's start was promising as they quickly removed Usman Khawaja for a duck, raising the hopes of a strong performance. However, David Warner had other plans as he stepped up to the challenge. Displaying his sheer class and determination, Warner played a brilliant innings, scoring 43 runs off 60 balls. His innings provided stability to the Australian side and took them out of the early misery.

The real standout of the day, though, was Steve Smith. With his impeccable technique and immense focus, Smith showcased his batting prowess and remained unbeaten on a tantalizing 95 runs. His innings was a masterclass in shot selection and timing, as he hit 14 fours to frustrate the Indian bowlers.

While Smith's contribution was remarkable, the hero of the day was Travis Head. With his aggressive strokeplay and solid defense, Head held the Australian innings together. He played a sensational unbeaten knock of 146 runs off just 156 deliveries, including 22 boundaries and a six. Head's innings not only provided the team with momentum but also put them in a commanding position.

At the end of Day 1, Australia reached a formidable total of 327 for the loss of three wickets. They had dominated the proceedings, leaving India searching for answers. The Australian batsmen had shown great resilience and skill, capitalizing on the Indian bowlers' rare lapses.

As the match progressed, it became evident that Australia had gained a significant advantage. India would need a strong response on Day 2 if they were to level the playing field and mount a comeback. The stage was set for a thrilling battle between two cricketing powerhouses, with the WTC title hanging in the balance. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide eagerly awaited the next day's play, hoping for more riveting action in this intense clash of titans.

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