There hasn't been a more disputed No.1 team in Test cricket than Team India. Experts have always questioned the ability of Team India to take 20 wickets. But, yet again, India have silenced their critics with a clinical performance on the last day. The test hung critically in balance on the start of the last day. But, the Indian pace bowlers did well to bowl the tale out quickly. It was a good performance by the seamers as the Australian tale is probably one of the most meanest tales in world cricket.
Chasing a total of 207 on the last day wasn't an easy task as the pitch was deteriorating. But, the Indian batsmen didn't leave any work for the tale to do this time. Sending Cheteshwar Pujara at No.3 was a great tactical move by Dhoni. It gave the youngster to make up for his unfortunate dismissal in the first innings. He played with a clear and uncluttered mind and kept the Australians at bay as India chipped away to victory. This innings will give Pujara lot of confidence.
India also has found a solution to the spot for the second spinner. Pragyan Ojha has been one of the most impressive bowlers in this series. He has a great control over his line and length. His discipline and perseverance made it difficult for the Australians to score runs quickly. It was also good for Team India to have their leading bowlers back in action. It is a wise move to rest them for the ODI series as there is a lot of cricket coming up this season which will be followed by the Cricket World Cup.
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