With India and Australia all set for the New Year Test, the Sydney Cricket Ground is set to host this prestigious clash. Historically, this ground has been an Australian stronghold, but not against India. India has given them a tough fight in the last few tours and managed to secure draws, if not wins. However, as mentioned, everyone is aware of how well the SCG works for Australia, as they understand the ground well. Player Nathan Lyon, who is also one of the highest wicket-taker at this ground, can be quite dangerous. But what happened the last time Australia played here? What does their record say at this ground? Take a look at all the details ahead of the India vs Australia 5th Test.
What happened the last time Australia played Test match in Sydney?
Australia last played against Pakistan at the prestigious Sydney Cricket Ground for the New Year Test, which took place from January 3 and ran till January 6, 2024. Australia won the match by 8 wickets, with captain Pat Cummins taking all 6 wickets and Josh Hazlewood claiming 5 wickets, leading Australia to thump Pakistan.
In the first innings, Pakistan made 313 runs and performed well with the ball, restricting Australia to 299. However, when Pakistan came to bat in their second innings, Australian bowlers created havoc, dismissing them for just 115. Australia successfully chased down the target of 130. Despite the loss, Aamer Jamal of Pakistan was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance.
Australia Test Record at SCG
| Stats | Details |
| Matches | 112 |
| Won | 61 |
| Lost | 28 |
| Drawn | 23 |
| Won Batting First | 28 |
| Won Batting Second | 33 |
| Highest Total | 659/4 Declared vs India in 2012 |
| Lowest Total | 42 All Out vs England in 1888 |
| Highest Individual Score | Michael Clarke – 329* vs India in 2012 |
| Most Runs (Overall) | Ricky Ponting – 1480 runs in 27 innings |
| Most Runs (Current) | Steve Smith – 1059 runs in 17 innings |
| Most 100s | Ricky Ponting – 6 centuries (including one double hundred) |
| Most 50s | Allan Border – 11 fifties |
| Best Bowling Innings | Charlie Turner – 7 for 43 vs England in 1888 |
| Best Bowling Match | Charlie Turner – 12 for 87 vs England in 1888 |
| Most Wickets (Overall) | Shane Warne – 64 wickets in 26 innings |
| Most Wickets (Current) | Nathan Lyon – 48 wickets in 24 innings |
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