India vs Australia, 1st Test: 5 reasons for Virat Kohli and Co's historic win

India vs Australia, 1st Test: 5 reasons for Virat Kohli and Co’s historic win

The Australian batsmen showed a better application in the final innings as they hung in against a potent Indian attack. It was a close contest and India eked out a 31-run win to take a 1-0 lead in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Here are five major reasons for India’s triumph in Adelaide

Virat Kohli and Co beat hosts Australia by 31 runs at the Adelaide Oval
Virat Kohli and Co beat hosts Australia by 31 runs at the Adelaide Oval

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