Sam Konstas, Australia's young opener, was dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah in the second innings of his Test career on Day 4 of the fourth Test in Melbourne. Australia managed to dismiss the Indian side for 369, taking a 105-run lead. Nitish Kumar Reddy was the last wicket to fall for India, scoring 114. Indian bowlers began their innings with discipline.
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