Published on: Dec 22, 2024 8:00 am IST|Updated on: Dec 21, 2024 4:34 pm IST
The iconic Boxing Day Test between India and Australia promises to be a thrilling spectacle as the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 kicks off on 26 December 2024 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
With the series locked at 1-1 after a drawn third Test in Brisbane, both teams will be eager to seize the advantage in this pivotal encounter. India started the tour with a commanding victory in Perth, showcasing their all-round strength.
However, Australia roared back with a dominant win in Adelaide, leveling the series. The stakes are higher than ever in what has been an enthralling series so far. With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy evenly poised, the Boxing Day Test promises drama, excitement, and high-quality cricket. Fans can expect a gripping contest as both teams aim to take a decisive lead in the series.
The MCG offers a balanced track, ensuring an even contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers are likely to find assistance early in the match, while batters should enjoy favorable conditions for stroke-making as the game progresses. Spinners are expected to come into play later, adding another dimension to the contest.
WK: Rishabh Pant
BAT: Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Yashasvi Jaiswal
ALL: Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja
BOWL: Jasprit Bumrah, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon
Australia Playing 11: Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland
India Playing 11: KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj/Prasidh Krishna/Washington Sundar.
Australia squad: Pat Cummins (c), Sean Abbott, Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Travis Head (vc), Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh, Jhye Richardson, Steve Smith (vc), Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster.
India squad: Rohit Sharma (C), Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (Wk), Sarfaraz Khan, Virat Kohli, Prasidh Krishna, Rishabh Pant (Wk), KL Rahul, Harshit Rana, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Shubman Gill, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Washington Sundar.
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