India will face Australia in the Boxing Day Test, the fourth match of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) from December 26 to December 30, 2024. With the series currently tied at 1-1 after a rain-affected draw in the previous match, this encounter is crucial for both teams as they vie for vital World Test Championship points.

Match Information

Date: December 26-30, 2024
Time: 5:00 AM IST
Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne

AUS vs IND Live Streaming Details for Pakistan

Television Broadcast:In Pakistan, cricket fans can watch the match live on:

Ten Sports

It will provide comprehensive coverage of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia.

Online Streaming:For online streaming options in Pakistan, fans can tune in via:

Tapmad, which offers a streaming service for cricket matches.

Weather & Pitch Report

The temperature is expected to soar close to 40 degrees Celsius on the opening day, which may lead to extra pace and bounce on the pitch. The conditions are anticipated to favor seamers early in the match, with optimal batting conditions likely emerging on Days 2 and 3. This setup promises a challenging contest between bat and ball, with both teams' pace attacks expected to play a significant role.

Preview of Australia vs India

Both teams enter this decisive Test with high stakes. Australia has named their playing XI, featuring debutant Sam Konstas, who is eager to make an impact. Despite Josh Hazlewood's absence, Australia boasts a formidable bowling lineup led by Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc. They will need to address their batting inconsistencies to secure a series lead.

On the other hand, India aims to rebound with key players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma looking to deliver strong performances. The younger talents such as Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill will also be pivotal as India seeks to clinch victory in this tightly contested series. This match not only holds significance for national pride but also plays a crucial role in determining standings for the World Test Championship final.

Australia vs India Full Squads

India:

Rohit Sharma (C), Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Sarfaraz Khan, Virat Kohli, Prasidh Krishna, Tanush Kotian, Rishabh Pant (wk), KL Rahul, Harshit Rana, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Shubman Gill, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Washington Sundar

Australia:

Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wk), Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh, Sam Konstas, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster

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