Although Shardul Thakur (4-61) looked on course for a maiden five-wicket haul, the honours went to Mohammed Siraj (5-73) after Australia were bowled out for 294 in the second innings on Day Four yesterday. India were 4-0 at stumps, chasing a target of 328.  

Thakur needed a partner in crime and on Monday that was Siraj. The best part about Siraj on this tour is that he has demanded the ball. He has not been afraid of the situation and has found another level to rise whenever the match has hung in the balance.