The Indian cricket team’s hopes of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final have taken a significant hit following an “unusual” scene in Brisbane ahead of the third Test against Australia. The iconic Gabba will host the decisive match starting Saturday, with the series currently locked at 1-11.
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After a tough 10-wicket defeat in the second Test in Adelaide, the Indian team spent an extra day practicing at the Oval before arriving in Brisbane on Wednesday. However, they were greeted by gloomy and wet skies, with Brisbane experiencing its second-heaviest day of rainfall for 20241. This unexpected weather has raised concerns about the impact it might have on the upcoming Test match.
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According to Weatherzone, the rain is “unusual” for December, and Brisbane has become the wettest place in the state. There is a 50% chance of rain with a possible thunderstorm on the opening day of the match, December 141. The chances of rain will decrease slightly over the next few days but will rise again to 60% on the final day, December 18. This unpredictable weather could affect the seam-friendly pitch at the Gabba, making the match even more challenging for the Indian team1.
India’s coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma are under immense pressure as the team’s chances of making the WTC final hang in the balance. A washout in Brisbane would result in both teams sharing six points each for the drawn Test, making India’s path to the final even tougher1. In such a scenario, India would need to win the remaining two matches in the series to secure their place in the WTC final.
The Indian team’s performance in Brisbane will be crucial, not only for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy but also for their aspirations of playing in the WTC final at Lord’s next year. The team will need to overcome the challenges posed by the weather and the pitch to deliver a strong performance and keep their WTC final hopes alive1.
As the match approaches, fans and experts alike are eagerly awaiting the outcome and hoping for a thrilling contest between India and Australia. The Brisbane Test promises to be a nail-biting encounter, with both teams vying for supremacy and a place in the prestigious WTC final.
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