IND vs AUS Match Prediction- 3rd Test, India tour of Australia 2024-25

High-flying Australia will be looking to take the lead in the series when they lock horns against India in the third Test of the ongoing five-match series. The game is scheduled to be played at the Gabba, Brisbane from Saturday (December 13).

The five-match series is currently locked at 1-1. India won the first Test by 295 runs before Australia won the second Test by 10 wickets to draw level. Australia thoroughly dominated the second Test to return to winning ways.

The stage is now set for a thrilling Test. Both India and Australia will be desperate to win the upcoming game to take the lead in the series and it could lead to another classic Test between the two celebrated rivals. So ahead of the crucial game, here are all the predictions for the IND vs AUS 3rd Test.

IND vs AUS Match Prediction- 3rd Test, India tour of Australia 2024-25:

Pitch Conditions:

The third IND vs AUS Test will be played at the Gabba, a venue known for its pace and bounce. With a forecast of rain and overcast conditions, bowlers will get even more help. It won't be surprising if the upcoming Test turns out to be a low-scoring affair with bowlers completely dominating the proceedings.

Brisbane pitch curator David Sandurski gave an update on the surface ahead of the third Test, saying: "Different times of year definitely makes it different, it can be a slightly different pitch. Pitches later in the season might have a bit more wear and tear while ones early in the season usually are a bit fresher and might have a bit more in them."

India have fond memories of the Gabba, having won a Test at the venue in the 2020-21 series and will be looking to repeat their heroics.

Form and Fitness

Team India have a huge injury concern ahead of the third IND vs AUS Test. Their pace spearhead and vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah is reportedly in a race against time to be fit for the crucial game.

Bumrah had an injury scare in the second Test as he was seen falling on the ground bowling the 81st over of the Australian innings. He had to receive treatment from the physio. He did bowl in the second innings but his pace dropped considerably as he was bowling in 120s. Later, he did not take part in the training session as well.

For Australia, Josh Hazlewood has returned to the playing eleven after missing the second Test owing to a side strain.

Score Prediction

IND vs AUS Players to perform prediction

IND: Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant Nitish Reddy, and Jasprit Bumrah will be the key players for India.

AUS: Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Travis Head, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood will be the key players for Australia.

IND vs AUS Best Batsman Prediction

Who will score the most runs for IND in the match: KL Rahul or Virat Kohli

Who will score the most runs for AUS in the match: Travis Head or Marnus Labuschagne

IND vs AUS Best Bowler Prediction

Who will pick the most wickets for IND in the match: Jasprit Bumrah or Mohammed Siraj

Who will pick the most wickets for AUS in the match: Mitchell Starc or Josh Hazlewood

Conclusion - Who will win the Match?

Australia will start the game as firm favorites and are expected to beat India in the third Test. The form, momentum as well as home advantage are with Australia and they will be looking to make the most of them.

At the same time, it won't be wrong to say that record matters little whenever India and Australia lock horns against each other. Australia had lost the first Test by 295 runs before bouncing back to win the second Test. India will be hoping for a similar turnaround in their fortunes in the upcoming Test.