The 3rd Test between Australia and India is one of the most anticipated fixtures of the 2024-25 Test series. Both teams are renowned powerhouses in Test cricket, and their rivalry is one of the fiercest in world cricket. With the series potentially on the line, this match could prove to be a pivotal encounter. Below, we provide a comprehensive analysis, including team form, key players, pitch conditions, and predictions.
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- Series: India tour of Australia, 2024-25
- Match InfoMatch: AUS vs IND, 3rd Test, India tour of Australia, 2024-25
- Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024 – Wednesday, December 18, 2024
- Time: 9:20 AM (Dec 14)
- Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane
- India vs Australia, 1st Test ：India won by 295 runs
- Prime Ministers XI vs India, 2-day Warm-up Match: India won by 6 wkts
- India vs Australia, 2nd Test ：Australia won by 10 wkts
Australia Squad:
- Usman Khawaja, Nathan McSweeney, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland
India Squad:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Rohit Sharma (c), Nitish Reddy, Ravichandran Ashwin, Harshit Rana, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
Most consecutive defeats for an Indian captain
- 6 MAK Pataudi (1967-68)
- 5 Sachin Tendulkar (1999-00)
- 4 Datta Gaekwad (1959)
- 4 MS Dhoni (2011)
- 4 MS Dhoni (2014)
- 4 Virat Kohli (2020-21)
- 4 Rohit Sharma (2024)
Shortest completed Tests in Australia (by balls bowled)
- 656 Aus vs SA Melbourne 1932
- 866 Aus vs SA Brisbane 2022
- 911 Aus vs Eng Sydney 1895
- 1031 Aus vs Ind Adelaide 2024
- 1034 Aus vs Eng Brisbane 1950
Match Prediction: Australia (55%) – India (45%)
Betting Tips and Strategy
- Back the Pacers in Early Wickets Markets: Australian venues offer pace, bounce, and movement, especially with the new ball. Early wickets are a frequent occurrence.
- Live Betting Strategy: If the team batting first loses early wickets, consider betting on “Total Runs Under” as teams often struggle to recover.
- Watch for changes in the pitch condition. As cracks develop, spin bowlers like Ashwin and Lyon become crucial betting picks for wicket markets.
- Top Batsman Market: Consider placing bets on Labuschagne and Kohli. Both players are known for their ability to build long innings.
Australia v India 2024-25 | Second Test Video Highlights
Conclusion:
The 3rd Test between Australia and India is expected to be a fiercely contested match, with both teams bringing world-class talent to the field. Australia holds a slight edge due to home advantage, but India’s past performances in Australia prove they can win in difficult conditions. Key player battles and pitch conditions will play a major role in the outcome.