India's Remarkable Test Victories Over Australia Despite Scoring Under 200 Runs In First Innings

In the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Perth, India gained an advantage over Australia despite scoring only 150 in their initial innings. The match took place at Optus Stadium, where India's bowlers shone on day two.

Jasprit Bumrah led India's bowling attack with his 11th five-wicket haul in Tests. Australia was dismissed for 104 by lunch on the second day, giving India a 46-run lead on November 23. This performance put India in a strong position.

India has previously defeated Australia in Tests despite low first innings scores. One notable instance occurred two decades ago when India won after posting just 104 runs.

Bumrah's figures of 5/30 were instrumental, supported by Mohammed Siraj (2/20) and debutant Harshit Rana (3/48). Their efforts restricted Australia to their lowest first innings score against India in Tests.

Australia's batting collapse saw them add only 37 runs to their overnight total of 67/7. Mitchell Starc top-scored with 26 runs for the hosts, highlighting their struggles against India's bowling attack.

Wankhede Test, 2004 - All Out for 104

In the 2004 Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, under Rahul Dravid's leadership, India was bowled out for 104 in the first innings. Despite this, they secured a thrilling victory.

Australia responded with a score of 203, taking a first innings lead. However, India fought back by scoring 205 in their second innings and then dismissed Australia for just 93 to win by 13 runs.

Kanpur Test, 1959 - All Out for 152

The Indian team led by Gulabrai Ramchand posted a modest total of 152 in their first innings against Richie Benaud's Australian side. Australia took a lead by scoring 219 but couldn't maintain it.

Nari Contractor and Ramnath Kenny scored fifties as India posted 291 in their second innings. This set Australia a target of 225, which they failed to reach as they were bowled out for just 105, giving India a victory by 119 runs.

Bengaluru Test, 2017 - All Out for 189

At M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during the Border-Gavaskar series of 2017, KL Rahul stood out as India managed only 189 runs in their first innings. Despite this low score, they emerged victorious.

Australia took a lead by scoring 276 but couldn't withstand India's comeback. Fifties from Rahul and Cheteshwar Pujara helped set a target of 198 for Australia. They faltered and were all out for just 112, resulting in India's win by 75 runs.

These instances highlight India's resilience and ability to turn matches around even after challenging starts against formidable opponents like Australia.