Record breaking double centuries to Gautam Gambhir and Laxman gave india a huge total of 613 for seven.
Gambhir and Laxman's twin double centuries _ the first time two Indian batsmen have scored double centuries in the same test innings.
Laxman, who finished unbeaten on 200, Laxman said "Its a huge task for the Australians," "One or two quick wickets will definitely put a lot of pressure on them, and getting 600 and defending for the next three days will be a Herculean task."
Gambhir's career-best score including 26 fours and one six _ helped India to 435-4 when he departed.
Once Laxman reached double hundred Anil Kumble's declared amd left Australia with 15 overs to survive until stumps Thursday on the second day of the match.
Simon Katich was 29 not out and Matthew Hayden was unbeaten on 16.
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