Rain-Interrupted Brisbane Test Ends in Draw, Series Level at 1-1

Australia’s bold declaration and India’s last-wicket resistance set the stage for a dramatic but inconclusive finish as rain played a major role in the third Test.

The third Test between Australia and India at the Gabba ended in a draw after persistent rain curtailed play across all five days, leaving the series tied 1-1 with two matches remaining.
Australia declared their second innings at 89/7, setting India a target of 275 runs in 54 overs, but only 2.1 overs were possible in India’s chase before bad light and rain halted play.
India’s last-wicket stand between Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep helped them avoid the follow-on, a key moment that buoyed the visitors and reduced Australia’s chances of forcing a result.
Australia’s top-order batting struggles continued, with key players like Usman Khawaja, Nathan McSweeney, and Marnus Labuschagne failing to contribute significantly against Jasprit Bumrah’s dominant bowling.
Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the remaining series due to a calf injury, and his absence adds to Australia’s challenges as the teams head to Melbourne for the Boxing Day Test.