The fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia is set to take place from January 3 to January 7, 2024.
India enters this match trailing in the five-match series, with Australia leading 2-1 after a significant victory in the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on December 30, where India lost by 184 runs.
This defeat has placed pressure on India as they aim to level the series at 2-2 and keep their hopes alive for qualification in the World Test Championship final.
In the recent Boxing Day Test, India struggled with their batting, collapsing to just 155 runs while chasing a target of 340. This performance highlighted ongoing issues within their batting lineup, which they will need to address if they hope to succeed in Sydney.
The fifth Test is crucial not only for series standings but also for India’s aspirations in the World Test Championship. A win could revitalize their campaign and provide momentum heading into future series.
What are the dates for the IND vs AUS 5th Test?
The fifth Test between India and Australia is scheduled to take place from January 3 to January 7, 2024.
Where will the IND vs AUS 5th Test be held?
The match will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), a renowned venue known for its historic significance in cricket.
What time will the IND vs AUS 5th Test start?
The fifth Test is set to begin at 5:00 AM IST (Indian Standard Time). The toss will take place at 4:30 AM IST, which is 30 minutes before the match starts.
How to watch the IND vs AUS 5th Test in India?
Indian viewers can watch the match live on the Star Sports Network. Additionally, it will be available for streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website.
Australia Predicted Playing 11
Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland
India Predicted Playing 11
Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep
