Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland’s unbroken 38-run partnership helped Australia reach 96/3 in 27 overs at the end of day one of the pink-ball Test against India. After dismissing India for 198, Australia faced a challenging session under lights, losing early wickets.
Debutant pacer Sayali Satghare made crucial breakthroughs by removing Alyssa Healy and Georgia Voll, but Ellyse and Annabel stabilized Australia’s innings with confident batting against the Indian bowlers.
Ellyse Perry played a composed innings, scoring an unbeaten 43 off 62 balls with seven boundaries, while Annabel Sutherland contributed 20 not out off 29 balls. India will need a strong performance on the following day to prevent Australia from taking a significant lead.
Australia’s bowlers dominated the final session, restricting India’s boundaries and taking key wickets. Despite early setbacks, Australia’s strong position leaves India needing to regroup for the upcoming play.
