The India vs Australia 3rd Test in Brisbane has begun with high stakes as both teams compete to take the lead in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. However, rain played spoilsport on Day 1, allowing only 13.2 overs in the first session before heavy showers halted the game.
India vs Australia: First Session Highlights
Indian captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and chose to field first, aiming to exploit early movement on a lively Gabba pitch.
Australia’s openers, Usman Khawaja and Nathan McSweeney, displayed resilience, reaching 28/0 before rain interrupted play.
Indian pacers, led by Jasprit Bumrah, tested the Australian batters with a disciplined opening spell, but Khawaja and McSweeney handled the pressure well.
Weather Disruptions
With only 13.2 overs bowled in the session, rain forced an early lunch, and forecasts suggest that further interruptions could affect the day’s play. Fans will hope for clear skies as the match holds significant importance for both teams.
Team Changes and Strategies
India: Two changes were made to the playing XI. Ravindra Jadeja and Akash Deep replaced R Ashwin and Harshit Rana, bringing fresh energy to the bowling attack.
Australia: The hosts retained their core lineup, with Pat Cummins leading the team and Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood expected to play crucial roles on the fast Gabba wicket.
Border-Gavaskar Trophy at 1-1
With the series level at 1-1, the Brisbane Test could be decisive in determining the winner of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Additionally, the outcome will impact India’s journey in the World Test Championship, making every session critical.
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Playing XIs
India: Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Jasprit Bumrah, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Virat Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant (WK), Rohit Sharma (C), and KL Rahul
Australia: Alex Carey (WK), Pat Cummins (C), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Nathan McSweeney, Marnus Labuschagne, and Usman Khawaja
Stay tuned for live updates on the India vs Australia 3rd Test as the action resumes at The Gabba. Despite the weather challenges, both teams are determined to make the most of every opportunity in this high-stakes encounter.