Makeshift opener KL Rahul repaid the faith India have showed in him despite recent struggles, helping to put the touring side in the driving seat against Australia in the first test in Perth on Saturday.

There has been some talk out here and in India that this is now cricket’s greatest rivalry. I disagree. Nothing comes close to the Ashes for the history and heritage. Across almost 150 years the rivalry and hostility between England and Australia runs so deep.

Cricket fans in India can watch this Test series via Star Sports. The cheapest way to watch is via the Disney Plus Hotstar app, but those looking to catch all the action on a device with a larger display will need to sign up for one of its more expensive tier subscriptions.

Australia removed Yashasvi Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal for ducks in a stunning morning session to leave India reeling on 51 for four at lunch on the opening day of the first test in Perth on Friday.The tourists,

Australia will be wary knowing an underdog India have lifted off the canvas before, but they are strong favorites in a series that always captivates the cricket world.

A total of 17 wickets fell on a wild day one in Perth with India holding an 83-run lead at stumps after Jasprit Bumrah starred with 4-17.   10:13 At the time, with Australia on top, Nathan Lyon’s spell of 5-1-23-0 seemed like a minor detail.

India are pushing towards securing a famous Test win after openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal extended their lead over Australia to 130 runs in Perth.