India's dominant victory in the Perth Test match resulted in a humiliating defeat for Australia, prompting discussions about the Australian team's performance and potential changes. The podcast analyzes Australia's underwhelming batting, bowling, and fielding, while also highlighting India's exceptional performance led by Jasprit Bumrah. Ultimately, the speakers believe Australia needs a shift in mentality to bounce back and avoid further losses.
India's Dominant Win
• 00:00:00 India's 295-run win in Perth is considered one of their greatest victories in Australia, a stark contrast to Australia's humiliating defeat. The win is viewed as a significant achievement, especially considering India's psychological recovery from a previous loss to New Zealand.
Australia's Underperformance
• 00:01:31 Australia's performance in the Perth test was widely criticized, with discussions focusing on the team's apparent fatigue, underpreparedness, and lackluster batting. The speakers question whether Australia will adopt a different approach or remain with their current, 'measured' strategy in the upcoming matches.
Australia's Potential Changes
• 00:12:54 With the next test match in Adelaide just 11 days away, calls for sweeping changes to the Australian team are widespread, with discussions revolving around potential changes to the batting order and team composition. Despite the calls for changes, the speakers believe Australia will likely retain the same team for the upcoming match, seeing it as too early for significant changes.
Josh Hazelwood's Comments
• 00:06:24 Josh Hazelwood's comments after the match, suggesting he was relaxing and focusing on the next match, sparked debate regarding a potential divide within the Australian team. The speakers discuss whether his comments were appropriate, suggesting that perhaps Australia needs more 'heart and passion' within the team.
Jasprit Bumrah's Performance
• 00:16:16 Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional performance was highlighted throughout the podcast, with speakers praising his bowling skill and impact on the Australian team. They believe Bumrah's bowling, both in terms of quality and the impact on Australia's confidence, will be pivotal in the rest of the series.