Jasprit Bumrah provided a crucial breakthrough for India on the first day of the fourth Test against Australia by dismissing Usman Khawaja for 57. Australia's strong start was led by debutant Sam Konstas' quickfire 60, with Khawaja and Labuschagne adding 65 for the second wicket. Bumrah's timely wicket left Australia at 154 for 2.
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