Australia Stretches Lead Over India as Fifth-Test Day Unfolds

The highly anticipated fifth and final Test between India and Australia got underway at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on a chilly morning, with play resuming after the tea interval. The Australians, currently leading the series 2-1, looked to consolidate their position with a dominant performance.

However, the Indian team, determined to level the score and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, were quick to respond in kind. A gritty opening stand between Cheteshwar Pujara and Viraat Kohli set the tone for India's ambitious day.

As the sun beat down in Sydney, the Indian batsmen continued to ply their trade on a pitch that offered ample reward to confident shot-makers. With hundreds still fresh in their minds after successive high-scoring sessions against Australia earlier in the series, several key players - Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli specifically - showed no signs of restraint.

But for India, there was one notable exception: none other than the fearless middle-order icon, Viraat Kohli. The much-inpired captain, who had looked ominously on course as he opened with stalwart Pujara, was seen edging behind by wicket-keeper Alex Carey off pacer Pat Cummins.

The once-dominant batsman will now have to find the resolve and tenacity required in high-pressure cricket if they are to help India level the score. Will it be enough? Can India still write their way into history on this magical final day? Stay tuned for more updates as the match unfolds.

Current Score: Australia - 300/7, India - 102/1 (38.50 overs)