Australia Struggles in Test Against India

Australia's cricket team faces a daunting challenge in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Test against India after a dismal performance on Day 2, where they were bowled out for just 104 runs. India capitalized on this, finishing Day 2 at 0-172 in their second innings, leading by 218 runs. Former Test player Greg Blewett criticized Australia's lack of energy and body language during the match, calling it 'unacceptable', a sentiment not echoed by coach Andrew McDonald. With three days remaining, Australia must improve significantly to avoid defeat at Perth's Optus Stadium. In a separate sporting event, Australia's hopes of reaching another Davis Cup final were dashed after losses by Alex de Minaur and Thanasi Kokkinakis against Italy. Lleyton Hewitt expressed frustration over the team's continuous matches in Europe instead of Australia, advocating for the country to host future finals.