After losing the second Test match, Rohit Sharma-led Team India are in Brisbane preparing for the upcoming second Test match which will take place at the iconic Gabba stadium from December 14. With the series level at 1-1, both teams will look to win the upcoming clash to shift the momentum of the series on their side. Australia who lost the last two series against India on their home soil will look for a bounce back. On the other hand, last edition's World Test Championship (WTC) finalists India has not yet confirmed their spot for the upcoming WTC final. The Men in Blue need to win the ongoing series against to seal their berth for the marquee Test set to take place in England next year.
India and Australia Test stats in Gabba
India have played seven Test matches in Gabba where they just managed to win a single game and one match ended as a draw. On the other hand, Austalia who became lethal in Gabba has played 35 matches since 1988 where they have just registered two losses. The Baggy Greens registered 26 wins at the venue and seven matches ended as a draw.
Will rain play spoilsport in Brisbane?
According to the weather forecast, there are heavy chances of rain in Gabba during the third Test match between India and Australia. The most rain is predicted on Day 1, which is Saturday, December 14. As per AccuWeather, there is an 88 per cent probability of rain during the day. This could well interfere with a lot of play on Day 1. Thunderstorms are also forecast. However, the rain is expected to lessen after December 14 but there is a morning shower predicted on Day 2 as well which will likely delay the proceedings of the third Test match of the ongoing five Test match series. While there is little to no rain predicted on Day 3 and Day 5, an afternoon shower is on the cards on Day 4.
Here are the details when and where to watch the third Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 between India and Australia:
When will Australia vs India 3rd Test match take place?
The Australia vs India 3rd Test match will take place from December 14, Friday to December 18, Tuesday.
Where will the Australia vs India 3rd Test match take place?
The Australia vs India 3rd Test match will take place at The Gabba in Brisbane.
What time will Australia vs India 3rd Test match start?
The Australia vs India 3rd Test match will start at 05:50 AM (IST) and the toss will take place at 5:20 AM (IST) on Friday.
Where will Australia vs India 3rd Test match be broadcast?
The Australia vs India 3rd Test match will be telecast on the Star Sports Network channel.
Where to watch the live-streaming of Australia vs India 3rd Test match?
The Australia vs India 3rd Test match will be streamed live on the hotstar app and website.
What are the session timings for Australia vs India 3rd Test match?
First Session: 5:50am - 7:50am IST (10:20am - 12:20pm local time)
Lunch: 7:50am - 8:30am IST (12:20pm - 1pm local time)
Second Session: 8:30am - 10:30am IST (1pm - 3pm local time)
Tea: 10:30am - 10:50am IST (3pm - 3:20pm local time)
Third Session: 10:50am - 12:50pm IST (3:20pm - 5:20pm local time).
India's WTC qualification scenario
Rohit Sharma-led India need to win all three remaining matches of the ongoing five Test match series against Australia to qualify for WTC final. If the third Test match between India and Australia washed out then the Men in Blue will stand third in the points table tally. For their third consecutive WTC final qualification, they will be in a must-win situation.
