India vs Australia 3rd Test: A Crucial Encounter in Indore

 India vs Australia 3rd Test: Live Cricket Score Updates from Indore

The third Test match between India and Australia is currently underway in Indore, India. After a thrilling opening two matches, both teams will be looking to gain an advantage in this crucial encounter. India currently leads the four-match series 1-0, while Australia will be hoping to level the series with a win.

The pitch in Indore is expected to provide a fair contest between bat and ball, with a bit of assistance for the spinners later in the match. India has opted to bat first after winning the toss, and their opening pair of KL Rahul and Murali Vijay got off to a steady start, putting on a solid opening stand of 50 runs.

However, Australia struck back with two quick wickets, dismissing Rahul and Cheteshwar Pujara in quick succession. Skipper Virat Kohli and Vijay then steadied the ship, putting on a partnership of over 50 runs to take India to a position of strength.

Australia's bowlers have been impressive in this series so far, with Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon leading the way. They will be hoping to continue their good form and restrict India to a modest total in the first innings.

India, on the other hand, will be relying on their strong batting line-up, which includes the likes of Kohli, Vijay, Pujara, and Ajinkya Rahane, to post a competitive total on the board. The Indian spinners, led by Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, will be looking to exploit the conditions on offer and pick up wickets in the second innings.

The outcome of this match will have a significant impact on the series, with both teams aware of the importance of gaining the upper hand. India will be looking to maintain their momentum and take an unassailable lead, while Australia will be looking to bounce back and level the series.

In recent years, India has been dominant at home, winning 13 out of their last 14 Test series. However, Australia has a strong record in India, winning four out of their last six Test series in the country. This makes for an exciting contest, with both teams capable of winning on their day.

As the match progresses, it will be interesting to see how both teams approach the game. Will India's batsmen dominate the Australian bowling attack, or will Australia's bowlers continue to trouble the Indian batsmen? Will Australia's batsmen be able to cope with the Indian spinners, or will India's spinners run through the Australian batting line-up?

One thing is for sure; this match promises to be an exciting contest between two top-class teams. Keep an eye on the live score updates from Indore to stay up-to-date with all the action.

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