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.

11:48 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Will Ashwin play in the remaining Tests?

Ravichandran Ashwin won't be playing the remaining Tests in the Border Gavaskar Trophy and will be flying back home tomorrow as told by his skipper Rohit Sharma in the post-match press conference.

11:43 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: 'Our attitude made me proud'

Knowing pretty well that team India were playing catch up after a bad 1st Innings performance, Rohit said that despite of feeling that they were behind in the game, the players' attitude till the very last ball made the skipper proud of the team.

11:40 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rohit ahead of Boxing Day Test!

'We'll be travelling tomorrow and see how the ground is and how the pitch will behave as well.' said Rohit ahead of the Boxing Day Test.

'We will fight for the win again' Rohit expressed his optimism ahead of the 4th Test in Melbourne.

11:37 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: 'Ajinkya and Pujara haven't retired guys!!'

Rohit Sharma shares a laugh with the media as they make him talk about Ajinkya and Pujara alongside Ashwin. He stopped and reminded everyone that both Rahane and Pujara haven't retired yet and so they should don't make him talk about them to get him in trouble. 'They still have a chance of playing in the future for Team India' he added.

11:35 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: 'It's a little victory for us'

Rohit Sharma said that watching Akash and Bumrah bat on to avoid the follow-on was a little victory for India as they saw two guys fighting for Team India and celebrated when they came out on top in the end.

11:33 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rohit Sharma on Mohd Shami's return!

'It's high-time someone comes from the NCA and talks about him' Rohit said about Shami's possible return to Team India. 'He has had problems with his knee. As soon as the guys at NCA confirm his fitness, we would be happy to have him.'

11:31 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rohit on Brisbane Test!

'It is quite frustrating', says Rohit when asked about the test in Brisbane. He feels it was eaully frustrating for both the batters and bowlers as mentally you're prepared to play for 2 hours. But it wasn't the case here. He also said that you really can't control these things and have to try and adjust to what the situation is.

11:29 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rohit about India's batting performance!

Rohit Sharma tlaked about his and his team's batting performance. He admitted that his batting hasn't been upto the mark. The skipper is looking forward to the rest of the series and he backs himself to do well in the rest of the matches.

'I'm feeling good about myself. The runs are not indicating that for now, but inside my mind I'm feeling well which matters the most for me'

11:26 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rohit speaks about Ashwin's character!

Rohit recollected his memories of playing with Ashwin at the Under-17 level after which he had disappeared for a while only to come back and take fifers for tamil Nadu.

'A true match winner India has ever seen. His records speak for itself' says Rohit about the veteran spinner.

11:24 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: 'We respect Ashwin's decision'

Rohit Sharma said that he and his teammates will respect his decision to reitre in between the series. He says that he did request him to keep his decision with himself until the Pink ball Test in Adelaide.

11:22 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rohit explains Ashwin's decision!

Rohit explains Ashwin's decision to retire as he says that it's a personal decision and he had heard about it when he arrived at Perth as well.

11:19 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Ashwin announces retirement from international cricket!

Indian veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket at the post match press conference. He ends his career as the 2nd highest test wicket taker for India.

11:17 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Cummins looking forward to Boxing Day Test!

Aussie skipper Pat Cummins can't wait for the Boxing Day Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground which is scheduled to start from December 26. It is expected to be a full house that day with Australia hoping to get o top as quickly as possible with the home support.

11:13 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rohit looking forward to Melbourne!

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma talked about the match in the post match presentation and feels India have done well in terms of the situation they were in and hopes that his side takes the lead going into the Melbourne Test.

11:11 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Travis Head Player of the match!

Travis Head gets the player of the match because of his performance with the bat. His 152 runs in the 1st innings paved the way for the Aussies to post a good total.

11:06 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Match drawn!

The 3rd Test has officially ended as a draw with the rain not allowing the match to be resumed. A good result for India who failed to make a mark with the bat in the 1st innings.

10:56 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Virat Kohli hugging Ashwin raises questions!

As the live visuals showed Virat Kohli hugging R Ashwin in the dressing room, everyone is asking questions about the veteran spinner's retirement on social media. Still no confirmation on the same but it will be interesting to know whether he will announce his retirement or not.

10:43 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Rain looking to wash out Aussie hopes!

The rain has been persistent for now as the Aussies will feel it was a chance missed in terms of getting the win. However, it's debatable whether or not India could have batted and chased down the total if conditions had allowed them on the day.

10:33 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Lengthy rain spell at the Gabba!

The 3rd and final session of the day is set to be washed out as a lengthy spell of heavy rain is expected at the Gabba now with the covers nailed down on the square.

10:31 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Brisbane weather latest updates

Bad news is pouring in from Brisbane!!

Heavy rain has been lashing the The Gabba in Brisbane. The chance of India's win is getting bleak now. We are heading for a dull draw if the rain clouds don't go away quickly.

10:20 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: When the post-tea session begins?

The post-tea session in Brisbane is scheduled to begin at 2.58 PM local time (10:24 AM IST). However, the dark clouds are still hangs over the Gabba. 

Let's hope for the best as we wait for the clock to go past 10:24 AM here in India.

10:12 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Australia second inning full scorecard

  

Australia 2nd Inning
89-7 (18 ov) CRR:4.94
Batter	Dismissals	R	B	4s	6s	SR
Nathan McSweeney	c R Pant b A Deep	4	25	0	0	16
Usman Khawaja	b J Bumrah	8	7	2	0	114.29
Marnus Labuschagne	c R Pant b J Bumrah	1	9	0	0	11.11
Mitchell Marsh	c R Pant b A Deep	2	13	0	0	15.38
Travis Head	c R Pant b M Siraj	17	19	2	0	89.47
Steven Smith	c R Pant b M Siraj	4	5	1	0	80
Alex Carey (WK)	Not out	20	20	2	0	100
Pat Cummins (C)	c KL Rahul b J Bumrah	22	10	2	2	220
Mitchell Starc	Not out	2	2	0	0	100
Extras	9 (b 1, Ib 6, w 0, nb 2, p 0)
Total	89 (7 wkts, 18 Ov)
Bowler	O	M	R	W	NB	ECO
Jasprit Bumrah	6	1	18	3	2	3
Mohammed Siraj	7	0	36	2	0	5.14
Akash Deep	5	1	28	2	0	5.6

 

 

10:12 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: It is not raining yet!!

The umpires, bound by the unrelenting force of bad light, have called for an early tea break, leaving the players and fans on edge. Yet, as the cameras pan across The Gabba, an eerie calm hangs over the iconic ground—no rain falls, but the air crackles with anticipation.

 

Above, ominous clouds swirl menacingly, cloaking the stadium in their dark embrace. Their presence looms heavy, a silent promise of chaos, threatening to unleash their fury at any moment. The stage is set, but the storm holds all the cards.

We are here to provide latest from the Brisbane. 

We will start losing overs after 20 minutes of tea break. Fingers crossed.

10:04 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Play interrupted due to bad light!

Dark clouds are making their way above the stadium as the umpires instruct the players to go inside due to bad light. Tea is taken early in what is a good decision at the moment.

10:02 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Cummins concedes 4 runs!

Over Summary: 1 0 0 0 3 0; India: 7-0 after 2 Overs; Yashasvi Jaiswal 4(6); KL Rahul 3(6)

 

Cummins begins the attack. Jaiswal takes a single towards point.

 

Rahul beaten by Cummins as it zips really close to the off stump.

 

The opener blocks the next delivery coming into the stumps. A LBW shout by the Aussies as it hits Rahul's left pad but the umpires is not interested.

 

Rahul goes down the ground for another 3 runs. Jaiswal ends the over with a hit towards mid-wicket. Straight to the fielder.

9:57 AM

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

Over Summary: 0 0 0 3 0 0; India: 3-0 after 1 Over; Yashasvi Jaiswal 3(4); KL Rahul 0(2)

 

Starc begins the attack. Jaiswal blocks the first delivery coming into him. Good leave by the opener on the next delivery as it zips away from him outside off stump.

 

Another delivery beautifully played by Jaiswal who looks prepared for Starc today. No run.

 

Three runs collected by Jaiswal towards mid-wicket. Rahul leaves the next 2 deliveries zipping close to his off stump. The visuals show dark clouds incoming towards the stadium again.

9:43 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: India need 275 runs to win the 3rd Test!

Australia have decided to declare their innings at 89/7 in the end. Australia lead by 274 runs and have ample of time to bowl to the Indians now. 275 the target for Rohit and co.

9:41 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: 4 runs from the over!

Over Summary: W 1 1 1 0 1 ; Australia: 89-7 after 18 Overs; Starc 2(2); Carey 20(20)

 

Bumrah continues the attack. He takes the wicket of Aussie skipper Cummins on the first delivery as he is caught at short cover.

 

Starc gets off the mark with a single. Carey takes a single again towards mid-wicket. 

 

Starc hits it straight for a single. Another single to end the over.

9:37 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Cummins departs!

Pat Cummins' brief yet entertaining knock comes to an end as Bumrah gets his third wicket of the day.

9:35 AM

3rd Test Day 5 | IND vs AUS LIVE UPDATES: Cummins hitting aggressively in the middle!

Over Summary: 1 0 4 6 1 0 ; Australia: 85-6 after 17 Overs; Cummins 22(9); Carey 18(17)

 

Siraj continues the attack. Carey takes a single after a miscue towards mid-wicket.

 

Cummins scores a one bounce FOUR down the ground again. Slower ball hit once again by Cummins as he gets a SIX towards cover.

 

Another single by Cummins to change the strike.