Head, Smith flay India despite Bumrah fifer: 3rd Test, Day 2 (Gabba)

Fine centuries from Steve Smith and Travis Head put Australia on top despite a late burst from India's Jasprit Bumrah on day two.

Head (152) and Smith (101) combined for a 241 run partnership putting Australia in command after being put in to bat by Rohit Sharma.

Bumrah had a late burst to salvage something from a tough day for India; the pace spearhead taking three wickets after tea to finish the day with his 12th five-wicket haul.

Australia 405 for 7 (Head 152, Smith 101, Carey 45*, Bumrah 5-72) vs India.

Dec 2024.