The complete capitulation in Perth was alarming. The numbers that precipitated this slide were even worse, and hint at a tough period to come for the Australian men's Test team.

India dominated the first Test in Perth, crushing Australia by a massive 295 runs. Chasing a daunting 534, Australia crumbled for 238. This historic w

India make dominant start to Test series, thrashing Australia by 295 runs inside four days in Perth to take 1-0 lead in five-match series; home side dismissed for 238 in second innings after resuming on 12-3;