The Gabba has offered sterner welcomes over the years, particularly in the days when the game was played on uncovered tracks. England resorted to inverting their batting line-up - Alec Bedser moved from No.

The weather forecast predicts a 25% chance of rain on Day 1, which could increase by 15% later on. Days 2 and 3 also have a predicted 25% chance of precipitation. The forecast predicts cloudy skies with "medium chances of showers" during the course of the match. However, incessant rain and thunderstorms are unlikely to prevail.

Australia and India prepare for the third Test at the Gabba, with Australia's Josh Hazlewood potentially returning. India seek to repeat their historic 2021 victory at the Gabba, while Australia aim to solidify their World Test Championship final chances.

The 42,000-capacity stadium has witnessed some of cricket’s most dramatic moments, including India’s historic victory here during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which sealed their 2-1 series triumph.

Rohit Sharma-led India have arrived in Brisbane, where they recorded one of their most famous Test wins of all time in 2021.

Rain is likely to be a significant factor as India and Australia look to take a lead in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. As per the forecast, there is ran predicted on all five days of the Test match.

India’s skipper Rohit Sharma has been struggling with the bat as the right-hand batter has scored only 142 runs in his last 12 innings with one half-century (52).

The Indian cricket team has arrived in Brisbane for the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, starting December 14th at the Gabba. The series is currently tied 1-1. The Gabba pitch is expected to offer its traditional pace and bounce,