Australia sweep aside Indian batsmen
Australia have eased to a comprehensive 337-run first test victory over India, dismissing the visitors for 161 on the fourth day.
The Australians, who have won 15 successive tests, captured the ten wickets needed for victory with more than a day to spare.
"We played excellent cricket all the way through," said Australia captain Ricky Ponting.
"To walk off the field at the end of day four with a 337-run win against a very good Indian team is obviously very satisfying."
Vangipurappu Laxman top-scored for India with 42 and Saurav Gangly added 40 but the tourists never looked like getting anywhere near the 499 runs needed for victory.
"I wish I knew what went wrong," India captain Anil Kumble said.
The Australians, who were outstanding with the ball and in the field, blasted through any Indian resistance after tea with the capture of three wickets in four balls highlighting their dominance.
The next match in the four-test series, where the Australians will be seeking a world record-equalling 16th successive victory, begins on January 2 in Sydney.
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