India overcame some anxious moments early in the innings to force a draw in the first Test against Australia in Bangalore.

The famed middle order batsmen survived long enough on a tricky fifth day track to ensure that the first cricket Test against Australia ended in a draw.

Set an improbable victory target of 299, the Indians were in doldrums at 24 for two at one stage but recovered to reach 177 for four before play was called off with 10 overs still remaining to be bowled.