In a thrilling display of fast bowling, India pacer Prasidh Krishna made headlines during the ongoing Test match against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). His crucial wicket of Alex Carey not only showcased his skill but also shifted the momentum in favour of India. As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 series intensifies, this match has become a battleground of strategy, resilience, and raw talent.

Prasidh Krishna shatters Alex Carey’s stumps on Day 2

On the second day of the Test, Krishna delivered a game-changing performance by dismissing Australian wicketkeeper Carey for 21 runs. This wicket came at a critical juncture when Carey and debutant Beau Webster had constructed a solid partnership of 41 runs for the sixth wicket. The dismissal was significant as it halted Australia’s progress and provided India with a much-needed psychological advantage.

Krishna’s approach was tactical; he bowled round the wicket and unleashed a full delivery that caught Carey off guard. The batter attempted to drive but was beaten by the pace, resulting in the ball sneaking between bat and pad to shatter the middle stump. The Indian players erupted in celebration as Carey trudged back to the pavilion, leaving behind four boundaries from his 36-ball innings.

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Here’s the video:

Prasidh Krishna pulverises Alex Carey’s middle stump! #AUSvIND | #DeliveredWithSpeed | NBN Australia pic.twitter.com/IVwz6wzrsd

— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 4, 2025

Krishna’s journey till Test debut

At 28 years old, Krishna was making his debut in this series after being sidelined for the first four matches. He replaced Akash Deep, who was ruled out due to injury. Krishna’s selection proved to be a masterstroke as he demonstrated his potential on a grand stage. His ability to adapt and find his rhythm after initial struggles highlights his determination and skill as a fast bowler.

Throughout the innings, Krishna’s bowling was characterized by its precision and pace. He ended up taking two wickets in total, including that of Steve Smith, who was on the verge of reaching 10,000 Test runs. His performance not only reinforced his position in the team but also contributed significantly to India’s bowling attack, which thrived in Bumrah’s absence due to injury.

An intriguing battle of wits

The SCG Test has unfolded as an intriguing contest between bat and ball. Australia began their innings with Marnus Labuschagne after the dismissal of Usman Khawaja at the end of previous day but quickly found themselves under pressure from India’s bowlers. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj set the tone early on, claiming key wickets that left Australia reeling at 39/4 within the first hour.

As the day progressed, Smith and Webster attempted to stabilize the innings with a resilient partnership. However, Krishna’s breakthrough against Carey shifted the tide back towards India. The dismissal sparked a collapse in Australia’s batting lineup, leading them to be bowled out for just 181 runs, giving India a slender lead of four runs. Though, the end of the second day’s play did saw a turn around where India bolstered a lead of 145 scoring 141 runs losing six wickets.

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