: India vs Australia: Crucial 3rd Test at The Gabba

:India and Australia are set to face off in the third Test of their ongoing series at The Gabba in Brisbane, with the series currently tied 1-1. The match is crucial for both teams as they look to gain an upper hand in the series.

India will be hoping to draw inspiration from their past heroics at The Gabba, particularly from Rishabh Pant, who has a history of delivering under pressure. In January 2021, Pant played a crucial role in breaking Australia's 32-year undefeated streak at the ground with an unbeaten 89 off 138 balls. However, Pant's recent form has been inconsistent, and he will need to recapture his balance and strike rate to make a significant impact in this match.

Captain Rohit Sharma is under pressure following India's fourth consecutive Test loss under his captaincy. Former Australia batter Simon Katich has criticized Rohit for his bowling changes during the Pink-Ball Test in Adelaide, suggesting that he needs to be more proactive with his quicks. Katich praised Jasprit Bumrah's superior captaincy and bowling strategy in the first Test, which resulted in a 295-run win for India.

The pitch at The Gabba is expected to be fresh and lively, with curator David Sandurski indicating that it will have more life and bounce compared to later in the season. This could favor Australia, who have a better record in Tests played in mid-December at The Gabba. However, India has the option of sending Ravindra Jadeja into the mix to bolster their batting lineup, which has struggled to put runs on the board.

The series has been marked by inconsistent performances from key players like KL Rahul, who has struggled to maintain his form throughout the series. The Indian team will need to find a winning combination quickly to stay in contention.

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