India vs Australia HIGHLIGHTS, 3rd Test Day 5: Match ended in a draw; series level 1-1

India vs Australia 3rd Test SCORECARD: Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket.

8:36 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: 1 run from the over!

Over Summary: 0 0 0 1 0 0 ; Australia: 15-1 after 6 Overs; McSweeney 4(22); Marnus Labuschagne 1(6)

 

Siraj continues the attack. Good defense from Marnus on the 2nd delivery coming onto the stumps.

 

Marnus gets off the mark with a single towards fine leg.

 

A mild LBW shou by Siraj as the umpire says no.

8:31 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Bumrah concedes 2 runs!

Over Summary: 0 0 1 1b 0 0 ; Australia: 14-1 after 5 Overs; McSweeney 4(20); Marnus Labuschagne 0(3)

 

Bumrah continues the attack. McSweeney blocks the first delivery outside his crease. 

 

Another quick single by him to give Marnus the strike.

 

A bouncer by Bumrah which is not caught by Pant at the back. Single taken.

8:28 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: 1 run from the over!

Over Summary: 0 0 0 0 0 1 ; Australia: 12-1 after 4 Overs; McSweeney 3(15); Marnus Labuschagne 0(2)

 

Siraj continues the attack. McSweeney blocks the first 3 deliveries coming onto the stumps.

 

The opener leaves the next delivery zipping through from outside off stump.

 

He takes a single to end the over towards long on.

8:24 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: India get the breakthrough!

Over Summary: 0 0 1lb W 0 0 ; Australia: 11-1 after 3 Overs; McSweeney 3(9); Marnus Labuschagne 0(2)

 

Bumrah into the attack. A LBW shout by Bumrah on the 3rd ball but Rohit doesn't take a review.

 

Burah gets his first wicket of the day as he clean bowls Khawaja.

 

Marnus Labuschagne comes in to bat and leaves the next delivery. He ends the over with a defense.

8:21 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Bumrah strikes!

Khawaja dismissed by Bumrah as he is clean bowled after an inside edge from his bat.

8:18 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Khawaja off the mark in style!

Over Summary: 4 0 0 4 0 0 ; Australia: 10-0 after 2 Overs; McSweeney 2(6); Khawaja 8(6)

 

Siraj into the attack. Khawaja gets off the mark with a boundary towards point. 

 

Siraj comes back with 2 good length deliveries. One left and the other one blocked by Khawaja.

 

Khawaja goes down the ground for another FOUR. Great timing by the opener.

 

He ends the over with another leave.

8:14 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Bumrah starts the attack!

Over Summary: 0 0 2 0 0 0 ; Australia: 2-0 after 1 Over; McSweeney 2(6); Khawaja 0(0)

 

Bumrah starts the attack. McSweeney leaving the first 2 deliveries going outside off stump.

 

The opener gets off the mark with a couple of runs towards back point. Another good leave by him as it zips past close to the off stump.

 

Another good delivery by Bumrah to end the over.

8:02 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Bumrah & co ready to bowl

Indian pacers are warming up as groundstaff making final preparation for the resumption of the game post lunch on Day 5.

7:42 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Covers are off!

Positive scenes at the gabba as the covers are off now. It will be interesting to see whether the rain will make an appearance now or not. The umpires are currently having a chat with the ground staff as well.

7:33 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Early Lunch taken

Drama unfolds at The Gabba: A thunderstorm looms over the 3rd Test

 

The unthinkable has transpired on the final day of the India vs Australia 3rd Test at The Gabba. As the players and fans braced for an electrifying conclusion to this clash of titans, the unexpected struck—not on the pitch, but in the skies above Brisbane.  

 

In a twist that defies cricketing norms, an early lunch was abruptly called, not due to the familiar pitter-patter of rain, but in anticipation of a brewing thunderstorm. The heavens, though still clear, carried whispers of chaos to come, forcing match officials to act pre-emptively.  

 

The decision left spectators stunned, with the atmosphere heavy with suspense and the looming question: will the tempest spare this epic contest, or will it claim the final act of a saga too close to call? 

7:32 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Lunch is taken!

The play is still isn't possible despite of the rain stopping at the Gabba as lunch is taken early on the day. Let's hope that conditions improve when we get back at 12: 40 PM local time (8:10 AM IST)

7:14 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rain stopped at The Gabba

It stopped raining at The Gabba!! So, the match will start quickly.

It is again going to be a waiting game for the fans despite the rain has been stopped. 

However, the light is not good as dark clouds are also hovering over The Gabba. Having said that, blue skies are also visible.

7:08 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Gabba weather latest news

According to live visuals from YouTube stream by some renowned journalists, the rain has stopped at the Gabba in Brisbane. Blue skies are clearly visible during the live stream. 

Let's hope for the best!!!

6:58 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE WEATHER UPDATES: What if the Gabba Test started from tomorrow?

6:52 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE SCORE UPDATES: How can Australia still go for the win?

If the rain stops and allows the game to resume for atleast one session on the day, Australia could well declare without facing a single delivery and then hope of a batting collapse by India. However, the Aussies will be vary of the likes of Jaiswal and Pant who can stack up runs quickly on the day and might spring an upset if given a chance too!