‘Thoda sledge bhi karenge toh acha rahega’: Pujara urges Pant

During commentary, Cheteshwar Pujara playfully encouraged Rishabh Pant’s on-field banter, suggesting some sledging against the Australian batsmen. Meanwhile, Travis Head’s explosive 146 propelled Australia to 337, giving them a substantial 157-run lead over India’s first innings total of 180. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj took four wickets each but couldn’t prevent Australia’s dominance.