Heavy rain cut short Australia's attempt to win the third Test against India in Brisbane, leaving the series tied at 1-1. India were eight for no loss when play was abandoned due to failing light, needing 267 runs for victory. The match will now shift to Melbourne for the traditional 'Boxing Day' Test.
may thank the heavens after rain cut short Australia ’s push for victory on the final day of the third test in Brisbane on Wednesday, raising the stakes for Melbourne where the series shifts for the traditional ‘Boxing Day’ clash.
With a heavy downpour preventing the resumption of play after the break, the match was abandoned and the series remains locked at 1-1.“We head to Melbourne with the confidence that we can try to pull things toward us.” Cummins and fellow pacer Mitchell Starc bowled only 2.1 overs at the Indian openers before play was halted.“Unfortunately a lot of rain, which you can’t do anything about… I’m really proud of how the guys played,” said Cummins.Australia bowled out India for 260 after scoring a first innings 445, with rain blighting the match throughout.
In search of quick runs, Australia crashed to 33 for five as Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah removed the top four for single-digit scores, a day after the pacemen combined in a brave 10th-wicket partnership to ensure India would avoid the follow-on.
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