Steve Smith’s stylish century powered Australia to a strong position against India at lunch on the second day of the fourth test of the five-match series.

India has a new batting hero after 21-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy showed the poise of a veteran to score his maiden century, leading his team’s comeback against Australia on day three of the fourth test.

To make up for the lost time on Day 3 due to rain, the proceedings on Day 4 will beginan hour earlier than usual, starting at 4:30 AM IST (10 AM local time).

All the action from the third day of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Australia’s fiery pace attack destroyed India’s top order on Friday to put them in the driving seat of the fourth test after they set a daunting first-innings target on the back of Steve Smith’s 34th test century.

IND vs AUS 4th Test Day 2 Highlights, India vs Australia Test Score Online: Australian skipper Pat Cummins have picked up two wickets to reduce India for 51/2 at the Tea break; Rohit Sharma and KL Rah

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) plays host in the customary 'Boxing Day' Test as Australia play India in the penultimate Test of the five-match series.

Melbourne: The second day of the fourth Test between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground saw the hosts tighten their grip on the match. India's batting woes continued as they lost wickets at regular intervals,