Australia lost opener Aaron Finch before reaching 28 at tea on the fourth day as they chase a stiff victory target of 323 against India in first Test on Sunday.
India were earlier all-out for 307 in their second innings with Cheteshwar Pujara (71) and Ajinkya Rahane (70) hitting half-centuries. Nathan Lyon 6 for 122 was the most successful bowler for Australia.
In reply, Ravichandran Ashwin removed Finch at the stroke of lunch.
Brief Scores: India 250 and 307 (Cheteshwar Pujara 71, Ajinkya Rahane 70, Nathan Lyon 6/122)
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