IND vs AUS 4th Test Dream11 Prediction, Playing 11, Pitch Report, Stats and Records
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).
IND vs AUS 4th Test Prediction
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.
MCG Pitch Report
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.
Key Stats at MCG
- Total Matches: 117
- Matches won batting first: 57
- Matches won bowling first: 42
- Average 1st innings score: 307
- Highest total: 624/8 (Australia vs Pakistan)
- Lowest total: 36 (South Africa vs Australia)
IND vs AUS 4th Test Dream11 Prediction
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
India vs Australia 4th Test Playing 11
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 vs India Squads for BGT 2024-25
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.
Most Runs in Australia vs India Test Series 2024-25
| Player | Runs | HS | Ave | SR | 100 | 50 | 0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Head (AUS) | 409 | 152 | 81.80 | 94.23 | 2 | 1 | – |
| KL Rahul (IND) | 235 | 84 | 47.00 | 50.00 | – | 2 | – |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal (IND) | 193 | 161 | 38.60 | 55.94 | 1 | – | 2 |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy (IND) | 179 | 42 | 44.75 | 72.17 | – | – | – |
| Alex Carey (AUS) | 162 | 70 | 40.50 | 70.74 | – | 1 | – |
Most Wickets in Australia vs India Test Series 2024-25
| Player | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Best Figures | Bowling Average | Economy | SR | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah (IND) | 88.0 | 229 | 21 | 6/76 | 10.90 | 2.60 | 25.14 | 1 | 2 |
| Mitchell Starc (AUS) | 90.2 | 320 | 14 | 6/48 | 22.85 | 3.54 | 38.71 | – | 1 |
| Pat Cummins (AUS) | 89.4 | 336 | 14 | 5/57 | 24.00 | 3.74 | 38.42 | 1 | 1 |
| Mohammed Siraj (IND) | 83.1 | 311 | 13 | 4/98 | 23.92 | 3.73 | 38.38 | 1 | – |
| Josh Hazlewood (AUS) | 40.0 | 79 | 6 | 4/29 | 13.16 | 1.97 | 40.00 | 1 | – |
Border Gavaskar Trophy Results 2024-25
| Match No. | Match Details | Venue | Date | Time (IST) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India vs Australia, | Perth Stadium, Perth | Nov 22-26 | 7:50 AM | India won by 295 runs |
| 2 | India vs Australia, 2nd Test | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | Dec 06-10 | 9:30 AM | Australia won by 10 wkts |
| 3 | Australia vs India, 3rd Test | The Gabba, Brisbane | Dec 14-18 | 5:50 AM | Match drawn |
| 4 | Australia vs India, 4th Test | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | Dec 26-30 | 5:00 AM | Match starts on Dec 26 |
| 5 | Australia vs India, 5th Test | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney | Jan 03-07 | 5:00 AM | Match starts on Jan 03 |
