The fourth Test between India and Australia will be played in Melbourne, starting on December 26. The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is one of the largest cricket stadiums in the world, with a seating capacity of over 100,000. This fourth Test could prove to be a decisive match in the 2024 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and it is also crucial for the World Test Championship (WTC Final). Before the match begins, here are all the details about the India-Australia fourth Test.
Melbourne Pitch Report
The pitch in Melbourne is known for its bounce and pace, which makes batting a little challenging at the start. Fast bowlers generally dominate on the first two days, and movement with the new ball is commonly seen. However, as the pitch enters the third and fourth days, batting becomes easier. Typically, spin bowlers do not get much assistance from the Melbourne pitch.
Where and How to Watch the Live Match?
The India vs Australia Boxing Day Test will be played from December 26 in Melbourne. Indian viewers can watch the match live from 5:00 AM on December 26, with the toss scheduled for 4:30 AM. The match will be available on Star Sports Network on TV and can also be streamed live on Hotstar for mobile/tablet or smart TV users.
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India vs Australia Fourth Test: Likely Playing XI
KL Rahul has suffered a right-hand injury, and if he is not fit in time, he may have to sit out. This could lead to changes in the playing XI as well as the batting order. A recent report suggests that the team management might bench Nitish Kumar Reddy and include Washington Sundar in the playing XI.
Likely Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul/Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma/Sarfaraz Khan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep.
