Shardul Thakur joins Indian butterfingers list as Cameron Green gets BIG reprieve: WATCH

India's fielding in  ongoing Australian tour has been disappointing, to say least. Formats changed but Indian fielding has remained sloppy throughout. India's fielding woes were once again on display during Day 1 of  India vs Australia 4th Test on Friday as y put down a number of chances and made life easy for Australian batsmen.

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Shardul Thakur's sloppy fielding gives Cameron Green lifeline

One such chance went begging during final session of Day 1. In 80th over of day bowled by Shardul Thakur, Australian all-rounder Cameron Green struck a half-volley right back at bowler. Thakur, who was in his followthrough should have pouched catch but failed to get hold of it as India let yet ar chance go in vain. Green n wet on to survive day and is batting on 28(70) at Stumps on Day 1.

Here are highlights of Day 1 of India vs Australia 4th Test

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India vs Australia live score update

Meanwhile, having won toss in Brisbane, Australia opted to bat first again.  hosts got off to a dismal start as ir opener David Warner was dismissed for 1 in  first over itself off Mohammed Siraj's bowling. Warner's opening partner Marcus Harris, who is playing his first game of series, soon followed as his wicket was claimed by Shardul Thakur for 5. Smith and Marnus Labuschagne n steadied ship with a 70-run partnership before Smith got out for 36, leaving Australia at 87/3 after 34.1 overs.

Matw Wade was next one to fall for 45 as T Natarajan claimed his maiden wicket in Tests. Natarajan struck once more in his next over by removing Labuschagne for 108. Green and skipper Tim Paine ensured that hosts were unscad till end of dya's play. At Stumps on Day 1, Australia scored 274-5 in 87 overs with Green batting on 28 and Paine unbeaten on 38.

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India vs Australia 4th Test live streaming details

For India vs Australia 4th Test live telecast in India, fans can tune into  Sony Pictures Sports Network (SONY TEN 1, SONY TEN 3 and SONY SIX) at 5:30 AM (IST). For India vs Australia live scores, one can visit official website and social media ps of BCCI and Cricket Australia.  live streaming of India vs Australia 4th Test will be available for fans on  SonyLIV app.

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