Australia faces pressure in second Test against India as batting struggles continue

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Australia and India are playing the second Test at Adelaide Oval, with Australia needing a win to avoid potential changes to the team. Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith, once reliable scorers, have struggled recently, raising concerns about their performance. Labuschagne scored only five runs in the previous Test in Perth, leading to discussions about his future in the team. Australian cricket legend Kerry O'Keeffe highlighted that the entire batting lineup has underperformed in 2024, with averages below 30. O'Keeffe emphasized the need for significant contributions from the top order in this match. He noted that while a win could allow the team to keep its current lineup, a loss would likely result in changes.


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