bravely faced the Indian bowlers who were bowling very hard. Travis Head
(32), who escaped danger early on, failed to make the most of his
opportunity. But the other opener Usman Khawaja (104 not out) who came as
his partner, sky was the limit.This left-hander played the first Test innings while playing defense
against good balls and showing strength against bad balls. Marnus
Labuschagne (3) did not stay at the crease for long. Khawaja also forged
key partnerships with Steve Smith (38) and Pieters Handscomb (17) during
this time. At the end Cameron Green (49 not out) gave him good support as
he bowled fast. In this sequence, he registered his first century on Indian
soil.
Speaking about his century after the match, Khawaja was very happy. ‘There
was a lot of emotion in that century. He visited India twice in the past.
But not a single chance came in eight Tests. So she spent time carrying
drinks. The wicket was very good in this match. Although I strongly thought
that I should not give them my wicket. In a way it’s a big mental battle.
We have to put our ego aside and play’ he said. Khawaja’s brilliant century
also put the Australian team in good shape. At the end of the first day’s
play, they scored 255 runs for the loss of 4 wickets. If Australia performs
like this on the second day too, the Indian bowlers will have to work
harder.