India lose despite Tendulkar ton

A remarkable innings of 175 in 140 balls by Sachin Tendulkar proved in vain as Australia took a 3-2 lead in the series with a thrilling three-run win over India in the fifth one-dayer on Thursday.Chasing 351 for victory, the home team were bowled out for 347 with two balls left after the brilliant Tendulkar went past 17,000 ODI runs.He and Suresh Raina (59) put on 137 for the fifth wicket but debutant Clint McKay struck the all-important blow for Australia when he had Tendulkar caught by Nathan Hauritz.Earlier, a maiden century by Shaun Marsh (112) and 93 from fellow opener Shane Watson helped the visitors compile an imposing total of 350 for four. The sixth and penultimate match of the series is in Guwahati on Sunday.