India achieved a landmark victory in Perth, narrowly missing out on their largest-ever Test win by runs outside Asia. The match showcased India’s resilience, determination, and dominance in all departments, culminating in a commanding 295-run victory over the hosts.
Match Highlights
- First Innings Struggles: India were bowled out for just 150, but a stellar five-wicket haul by stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah ensured a slim 46-run lead.
- Second Innings Masterclass: India declared at 487-6 after batting for 134.3 overs. Yashasvi Jaiswal led the charge with a scintillating 150+, supported by KL Rahul and a long-awaited century from Virat Kohli.
- Defending the Target: On day three, India reduced Australia to 12-3 at stumps, eventually bowling them out for 238, sealing a 295-run victory.
This triumph marks India’s second-largest Test win by runs outside Asia (excluding innings victories), further solidifying their dominance on the global stage.
India’s Largest Test Wins Outside Asia
Here’s a look at India’s most emphatic Test victories outside Asia, showcasing their historical dominance:
| Victory Margin | Opposition | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Inns & 141 runs | West Indies | 12 Jul 2023 |
| Inns & 92 runs | West Indies | 21 Jul 2016 |
| Inns & 90 runs | Zimbabwe | 13 Sep 2005 |
| Inns & 46 runs | England | 22 Aug 2002 |
| Inns & 2 runs | Australia | 7 Jan 1978 |
| 318 runs | West Indies | 22 Aug 2019 |
| 295 runs | Australia | 22 Nov 2024 |
| 279 runs | England | 19 Jun 1986 |
| 272 runs | New Zealand | 7 Mar 1968 |
| 257 runs | West Indies | 30 Aug 2019 |
| 237 runs | West Indies | 9 Aug 2016 |
| 222 runs | Australia | 30 Dec 1977 |
| 203 runs | England | 18 Aug 2018 |
| 157 runs | England | 2 Sep 2021 |
| 151 runs | England | 12 Aug 2021 |
| 137 runs | Australia | 26 Dec 2018 |
Significance of the Perth Victory
- Historic Context: The 295-run win is only the second time in 38 years that India has achieved a victory by over 250 runs outside Asia.
- In Australia: This is India’s largest Test win in Australia when batting twice, surpassing the 222-run win in Melbourne (1977).
The win puts India in commanding position of playing its third World Test Championship Final in Lord’s next year.
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