IND vs AUS 2020: Claire Polosak becomes 1st woman to officiate in men's Tests, fans react

Australian umpire Claire Polosak has been breaking multiple stereos in world of cricket. woman has alrey achieved several path-breaking feats in her career as an official. 32-year-old who is first female umpire to officiate in a men's One-Day International fixture me history by also becoming first woman to officiate in a men's Test match in format's 144-year history. Polosak is fourth umpire in ongoing India vs Australia 3rd Test match. 

IND vs AUS 2020: Claire Polosak becomes first woman umpire to officiate in men's Test match 

re was a significant buzz ahe of third fixture of Border-Gavaskar trophy at Sydney Cricket Ground. While cricket enthusiasts were hoping to witness a closely fought battle between Australia and India, re was yet ar aspect of game that drew a lot of attention. Having Claire Polosak as fourth umpire for contest is definitely a step taken in right direction. This move is bound to encour a lot of women officials, and could also make room for more such ditions in upcoming matches. 

Claire Polosak and Eloise Sheridan grabbed a lot of eyeballs when y became first women to officiate an Australian domestic game toger. duo acted as on-field officials for a Women's Big Bash match between elaide Strikers and Melbourne Stars in December 2018. Moreover, she also is first female umpire to officiate in Australia's men's domestic encounter back in 2017. 

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She seemed very confident about her job and showed signs of jitters despite grand st of contest. Polosak was also seen reprimanding star Australian opener David Warner ahe of match when he was show batting on wicket during warm-up session. official received immense appreciation from all corners, and her appointment could very well spark a revolution in game. 

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IND vs AUS 2020: India vs Australia 3rd Test 

Tim Paine won toss and elected to bat first. However, hosts did t have an ideal start to ir innings as returning David Warner was dismissed cheaply by Mohammed Siraj. Debutant Will Pucovski blunted Indian bowling attack alongside Marnus Labuschagne, and home team dominated rain-marred day. After Day 1, Australia are 166/2, with Steve Smith (31*) and Marnus Labuschagne (67*) still at crease. 

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India vs Australia live streaming 

Fans in India can tune into  Sony Pictures Sports Network (SONY TEN 1, SONY TEN 3 and SONY SIX) at 5:00 AM (IST) from Thursday, January 7 for live telecast of match. India vs Australia live streaming will also be me available on  SonyLIV app. To follow live scores of game, one can keep tabs on social media accounts of BCCI and Cricket Australia.

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