India played it safe, Bangalore Test ends in a Draw
Breaking News! The first cricket test match between India and Australia in Bangalore ended in a tame draw, as Indian batsmen played it safe in the second innings. They did not try to win the match; rather they played to salvage a draw.
Earlier in the morning, Australian skipper Ricky Ponting made a brave declaration and set India a victory target of 299 from 82 overs. However, India got themselves on back foot after losing Sehwag and Dravid cheaply. Tendulkar and Laxman played it safe to prevent any further damage. Tendulkar was out for 49, while Laxman made an unbeaten 42.
Sourav Ganguly remained unbeaten on 26. India finished on 177/4 in 73 overs. Zaheer Khan was declared "Man of the Match" for his all-round performance. Although the match ended in a draw, Australia won the heart and India drew flak for failing to live up to the expectations.
Earlier in the morning, Australian skipper Ricky Ponting made a brave declaration and set India a victory target of 299 from 82 overs. However, India got themselves on back foot after losing Sehwag and Dravid cheaply. Tendulkar and Laxman played it safe to prevent any further damage. Tendulkar was out for 49, while Laxman made an unbeaten 42.
Sourav Ganguly remained unbeaten on 26. India finished on 177/4 in 73 overs. Zaheer Khan was declared "Man of the Match" for his all-round performance. Although the match ended in a draw, Australia won the heart and India drew flak for failing to live up to the expectations.
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