India will play Australia in the third Test of the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Brisbane's famous Gabba, starting on December 14 (Saturday). With Australia bouncing back from a 295-loss in the Perth Test by winning the pink-ball Test in Adelaide as India dealt with a brutal blow in the series by losing the second Test by 10 wickets, the series is currently levelled at 1-1.
Shubman Gill reveals discussion in team
After suffering a 10-wicket Adelaide thrashing team India would be hoping to make a big comeback in the Gabba Test. Star Indian batter Shubman Gill revealed what was being discussed in the dressing room ahead of the crucial third game.
"The discussion was about firing together as a batting group in the first innings after the Adelaide Test," said Shubman Gill in the pre-match press conference
As the first visiting team to win a Test at the Gabba in 33 years, India now returns to the venue of their historic victory in 2021. Despite major obstacles, including the absence of important players like Mohammed Shami, Ravichandran Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, and Virat Kohli, India managed to register an iconic win. With their prospects of making it to the World Test Championship Final hanging in the balance, India is hoping for a similar outcome this time.
For both teams, the Brisbane Test at the Gabba presents a formidable obstacle. In Adelaide, India's batting order faltered against the Australian pace attack, and Hazlewood's comeback is anticipated to strengthen Australia's squad even more. Hazlewood, who is renowned for his accuracy and ability to take advantage of bounce and seam movement, makes things more difficult for Indian batters trying to make a comeback.
Hazlewood's inclusion gives Cummins a tactical advantage as Australia looks to continue dominating the series. Given that the Gabba pitch is known for helping fast bowlers, Hazlewood's comeback is well-timed. As the visitors get ready for a comeback, Cummins emphasized the significance of keeping up their momentum and applying pressure to India.
On the other hand, India will be hoping to recover from a poor performance in Adelaide. Hazlewood's return, combined with that of Starc and Cummins, prepares the Indian hitters for a difficult challenge. With both teams preparing for a fierce struggle, the Brisbane Test will probably be crucial in determining the series' conclusion as it heats up.
