Brisbane weather forecast for IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Will rain play spoilsport at Gabba? Predicted Indian playing XI
Brisbane has experienced drizzles on the eve of the third Test between India and Australia. There are high chances of rain on the first day at The Gabba.
The rain forecast in Brisbane has become a topic of discussion ahead of the third India vs Australia Test in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). Unlike the first two games in Perth and Adelaide, rain is likely to impact the third Test, possibly on all five days.
The five-match series is currently locked at 1-1, with both teams winning one game each. While India won the Perth Test by 295 runs, Australia bounced back with a 10-wicket victory in Adelaide.
Expectedly, there won't be any wholesome changes in both playing XIs. While Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul are likely to swap their places in the playing XI, there is a possibility that Ravindra Jadeja might get a look in.
On the other hand, Australia will likely bring in Josh Hazlewood in place of Scott Boland if the former gets fit in time.
According to AccuWeather.com, Day 1 (December 14) of the Test match will be mostly cloudy and humid, with a couple of thunderstorms and 65 per cent chances of rain in the morning and afternoon. There is likely to be no respite from rain on Day 2 (December 15) and 3 (December 16) as well.
While there are 59 per cent chances of rain on Day 2 with cloudy and humid weather throughout the day, Day 3 is likely to see a couple of showers in the morning and a partly sunny and humid day with 60 per cent chances of rain. The last two days - December 17 and 18 - are likely to be warm, sunny and humid.
As far as the pitch is concerned, the strip has a green cover on Thursday (December 12), which is likely to be trimmed down by match day.
With overcast conditions, both sides will likely opt for a pace-heavy attack.
For those unfamiliar, the pitch at the Gabba is fresh. Just one Sheffield Shield has been played on it so far this season, and it offers a fair amount of bounce and carry.
Akash Deep vs Harshit Rana
Harshit Rana made a rocking debut in Perth but lost his mojo in Adelaide with the pink ball. The Indian management also has someone like Akash Deep in their ranks. While Rana is a hit-the-deck-hard kind of bowler, Akash Deep relies on his swing to do the talking on the cricket field.
As far as Indian nets are concerned, Akash Deep has bowled well in match simulations. It remains to be seen whether the Indian management will go with Rana or give Akash Deep a chance.
The last time India played at this venue, Washington Sundar played a crucial role in their win against the Australians. Sundar played in Perth but was dropped in Adelaide, making way for Ravichandran Ashwin. Both Sundar and Ashwin are similar kind of bowlers.
Ravindra Jadeja is another option that India can rely on, considering the all-rounder's records overseas. He provides a solid batting option besides his left-arm off-spin.
India's predicted playing XI in 3rd Test: Rohit Sharma (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar/Ravindra Jadeja, Akash Deep/Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah
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First Published:12 Dec 2024, 04:23 PM IST
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