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In the fourth Test, also known as Boxing Day Test as it began on December 26, Australia captain Pat Cumins won the toss and elected to bat first against at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Australia made two changes in their Playing 11, bringing in Sam Konstas and Scott Boland in place of Nathan McSweeney and injured Josh Hazlewood. Meanwhile, India made two changes in their Playing 11, bringing in Washington Sundar for Shubman Gill.
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India vs Australia playing 11 for 4th test
Australia (Playing XI): Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey(w), Pat Cummins(c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland.
India (Playing XI): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma(c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant(w), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep
Christmas has come early for the Australian cricket team with the news that Travis Head, their star batter, has been declared fit for the Boxing Day Test against India. Adding to the festive cheer, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) hero Scott Boland is also set to return, promising a tantalising clash in the fourth Test of the series. Captain Pat Cummins unveiled the team’s plans, announcing two key changes to the line-up. Rising talent Sam Konstas will make his Test debut, stepping in for Nathan McSweeney, while Boland takes the place of the injured Josh Hazlewood.
Doubts had loomed over Head’s availability after he sustained a quad strain during the Brisbane Test, leaving fans and the team on edge. His recovery is a timely boost for the hosts as they gear up for the iconic Melbourne showdown.
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Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma's batting position remains a question as speculation grows over potential changes in India's Playing 11 for the 4th Test. While the skipper has not confirmed whether he will continue in the middle order, fresh reports suggest a possible return to the top of the batting order, with KL Rahul potentially moving down to No 3.
Additionally, discussions around team composition indicate the likelihood of India fielding two spinners in the next match. This could lead to Washington Sundar replacing Nitish Kumar Reddy or even Shubman Gill, who has struggled to find form after missing the first Test in Perth.
Australia vs India head-to-head in Tests
- Total matches: 110
- Australia won: 46
- India won: 33
- Tied: 1
- India home Test wins vs Australia: 23
- Australia home Test wins vs India: 31
- India away Test wins vs Australia: 10
- Australia away Test wins vs India: 14
Australia vs India Test squads
India squad for Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25: 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 Test squad for Border Gavaskar Trophy: Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wk), Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitch Marsh, Sam Konstas, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster. Check India vs Australia 4th Test full online scorecard here
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When will the IND vs AUS 4th test match take place?
The Australia vs India 4th test match will begin on Thursday, December 26 at The Melbourne Cricket Ground.
At what time will the IND vs AUS 4th test live toss take place on December 26, according to Indian Standard Time (IST)?
The live toss for the India vs Australia 4th test will take place at 4:30 AM IST.
At what time will the live match between Australia and India 4th test start on December 26?
The AUS vs IND 4th test will begin at 5:00 AM IST in Melbourne.
Which TV channels will live telecast the India vs Australia 4th test match in India?
The live telecast of the 4th test match between Australia and India will be available on Star Sports Network in India. Star Sports 1 HD/SD will telecast IND vs AUS 4th Test with English commentary. Check Champions Trophy 2025 latest news updates here
How to watch the live streaming of the India vs Australia 4th test match in India?
The live streaming of the 4th test match between Australia and India will be available on the Disney Plus Hotstar app and website in India.