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India-Australia Test Series Heats Up

The ongoing Test series between India and Australia has seen its share of intense moments and significant developments. Following India's 10-wicket loss in the pink-ball Test at Adelaide Oval, the series is now poised at 1-1, setting the stage for a thrilling third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane.

India's batting order has been under scrutiny, particularly after their brittle performance against the moving ball in Adelaide. Captain Rohit Sharma has emphasized the need for the batsmen to dig in and improve their handling of back-of-length deliveries, an area where Cheteshwar Pujara believes they fell short[3].

The series has also seen a brief but notable feud between India's Mohammed Siraj and Australia's Travis Head, which has since been resolved. However, the rivalry is expected to continue in Brisbane, adding an extra layer of tension to the match[3].

In terms of player availability, Australia's Josh Hazlewood is uncertain for the Brisbane Test due to a side strain, while India is considering the inclusion of Mohammed Shami, who has been recovering from a knee injury[3].

Top Performers:
- Mitchell Starc (Australia): Picked up crucial wickets in the Adelaide Test.
- Travis Head (Australia): Played a key role in Australia's victory.
- Cheteshwar Pujara (India): Analyzed India's batting woes and emphasized the need for improvement.

Scores and Results:
- India lost the second Test by 10 wickets at Adelaide Oval.
- The series is currently 1-1.

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