Pat Cummins and his team faced significant scrutiny from both the Australian media and the public following a substantial 295-run loss to India in Perth. Reports emerged suggesting discord within the squad, with senior players such as Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith feeling the pressure. Nevertheless, the Australian side managed to silence the external criticism by executing a remarkable turnaround in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide, thereby equalizing the five-match series.

As anticipated, the Australian media has intensified its commentary on India's defeat, ensuring that the visitors are reminded of their ten-wicket loss at the Adelaide Oval.

The Advertiser characterized Australia's triumph as "sweet revenge." The publication also highlighted the intense confrontation between Travis Head and Mohammed Siraj on Day 2 of the pink-ball Test. Accompanying an image of Travis Head catching Mohammed Siraj, the article stated, "Sweet revenge for the hometown hero as he dismisses the Indian paceman who labelled him a liar."

Additionally, the publication praised Mitchell Starc's performance in the first innings, where he claimed six wickets. In a possible reference to an earlier incident in Perth where Yashasvi Jaiswal playfully remarked that Starc was “bowling slow,” the Advertiser noted, “A Starc Reminder.”

For those unfamiliar, Mitchell Starc dismissed Yashasvi Jaiswal with the very first ball of the Adelaide Test.

‘Heat on Sharma’

India's captain Rohit Sharma delivered a disappointing performance in the Test match, managing scores of merely 3 and 6. Although he missed the Perth Test, he made his return in Adelaide, yet both his batting and leadership abilities are now under scrutiny.

A headline in the Sports section of The Advertiser stated, “Heat on Sharma as series hots up.”

India's batting lineup struggled significantly in both innings in Adelaide, posting scores of 180 and 175. In terms of bowling, Jasprit Bumrah received little assistance from his fellow pacers, Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana, resulting in Australia establishing a lead exceeding 150 runs.

Travis Head particularly targeted Harshit Rana, consistently finding ways to score against him. While Bumrah was able to exert some pressure, the lack of support from the other bowlers allowed Head and the Australian team to seize control of the match.

The third Test between India and Australia is set to take place at Gabba, Brisbane, starting on December 14.

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