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Aus vs Ind: Match and Live Streaming Details
Tournament Name: Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25
Match Number: 3rd Test
Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane
Date: 14 Dec, 2024
Time: 5:30 AM IST
Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+hotstar
Pitch Report of The Gabba Stadium for Aus vs Ind
The Gabba has always been a haven for fast bowlers, offering good pace and bounce. A similar surface is expected for the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025, ensuring an exciting contest between bat and ball.
While the lively nature of the pitch aids pacers, batters who can adapt to the bounce and settle in have the opportunity to score freely. With a drop-in pitch now in place, the game’s dynamics might shift slightly, making adaptability the key for both teams in this crucial encounter.
Test Match Records and Key Stats at The Gabba
- Total Matches: 68
- Matches won batting first: 26
- Matches won bowling first: 27
- Average 1st innings Score: 327
- Highest Total Recorded: 645/10 (158.6 Ov) by Australia vs England
- Lowest Total Recorded: 58/10 (21.3 Ov) by India vs Australia
AUS vs IND: Test Cricket Head-to-Head Records
- Total Tests Played: 109
- Australia Wins: 46
- India Wins: 33
- Draws: 29
- Australia’s Highest Total: 674
- Australia’s Lowest Total: 83
- India’s Highest Total: 705/7
Aus vs India, 3rd Test Match Preview
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025 is at a thrilling juncture as India and Australia prepare to clash in the third Test at The Gabba, Brisbane. With the series tied at 1-1, both teams are eager to take the lead and gain a psychological edge in this heated rivalry.
India’s Challenge
India has a lot to address after a disappointing performance in Adelaide. The batting order, heavily reliant on the top three, needs to step up as a unit. Skipper Rohit Sharma’s role in the middle order becomes even more critical, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul must set the tone at the top.
Jasprit Bumrah has been the standout performer on the bowling front, but others like Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep need better support.
Australia’s Momentum
Australia, riding high after a dominant win in Adelaide, will look to replicate their performance. Marnus Labuschagne and Travis Head have shown good form, while Steve Smith and Usman Khawaja will aim to bounce back.
The bowling attack, led by Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, thrives on the Gabba’s pace and bounce, making them a formidable force.
Gabba’s Legacy
The Gabba has been Australia’s fortress, but India’s historic win here in 2021 proves they can conquer it. With the series on the line, expect another riveting contest.
Aus vs Ind, Predicted XI for the Gabba Test
Australia’s Predicted XI: Usman Khawaja, Nathan McSweeney, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland.
It seems probable that Australia will play the same team that played in the Adelaide Test match.
India’s Predicted XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Rohit Sharma (c), Nitish Reddy, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.
India might try to get Washington Sundar back and give Akash Deep a chance in the starting lineup.
Dream 11 Fantasy Top Picks from Aus vs Ind
Australia
- Travis Head: With 240 runs in the series, Head has consistently troubled India’s bowlers. A must-pick for your Dream11 team.
- Mitchell Starc: The left-arm pacer has been lethal, taking 11 wickets so far at an average of 21.18, proving his value in the Adelaide Test.
- Pat Cummins: The Australian captain thrives on the Gabba’s bounce. His 5-wicket haul in Adelaide shows he’s back to his best.
India
- Jasprit Bumrah: The standout bowler of the series, Bumrah’s 12 wickets at a stunning average of 11.25 make him a key player for fantasy teams.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: The young opener impressed everyone with a stunning 161 in the first Test and remains a key player for India’s batting lineup.
- Virat Kohli: Fresh off a century in the series opener and with a stellar record in Australia, Kohli is a must-have for his class and experience.
Aus vs Ind, C/VC Picks for the Dream 11 Fantasy Teams
Small Leagues: Travis Head, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mitchell Starc, Shubman Gill
Grand Leagues: Jasprit Bumrah
Dream 11 Fantasy Team for Aus vs Ind
Wicketkeepers: Rishabh Pant
Batters: Steve Smith, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill
All-rounders: Nitish Kumar Reddy
Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins
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