Australia claimed a lead of 105 runs on the first innings and stretched its advantage to 158 at lunch on day four of the fourth cricket test against India.

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.

Nitish Kumar Reddy picked the perfect time to score his maiden century as India fought their way back into the fourth Test against Australia on Saturday. All-rounder Reddy was applauded off the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch at the end of Day 3 following his brilliant unbeaten 105 after rain ended play midway through the final session.

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.

Steve Smith continues his revival in form with a magnificent century to put Australia on top against India on day two of the fourth Test in Melbourne.