Australia takes 333-run lead against India on Day 4 of fourth Test

New Delhi: Australia tightened their grip on the fourth Test, ending Day 4 with a commanding 333-run lead in their second innings against India. The hosts were 228 for 9 at stumps, with Marnus Labuschagne leading the charge with a resilient 70 off 139 balls. Captain Pat Cummins contributed a gritty 41 off 90 deliveries.

India’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah, who claimed four wickets for 56 runs, reaching a milestone of 200 Test wickets. Mohammed Siraj supported with figures of 3 for 66.

Earlier in the day, India’s first innings ended at 369, with Nitish Kumar Reddy scoring a valiant 114 before falling to Nathan Lyon.

Brief scores:

Australia: 474 & 228/9 (82 overs)

India: 369 (1st innings)