#3 Shortcomings in fielding came to the fore
Catches win matches - the phrase holds significant importance irrespective of the format of the game and rightly so factoring in the happenings of the first Test. With a Test average of 60, Steven Smith is a prolific run scorer in the longest version of the game.
In the second innings, his century turned detrimental in India’s quest of resurrecting their derailed run in the game. He was dropped four times by the close in fielders which not only helped Smith to take Australia to safety, but also dashed the morale of the Indian team.
Had Smith been grabbed in the first attempt, the target wouldn’t have looked as daunting as it did when Smith raised his arms for his 18th Test ton. This wake-up call might be just what India needed to throw light on their fielding.
