The third day of the third test between India and Australia was interrupted by rain, halting India's batting at a precarious 48 for four. Skipper Pat Cummins took the prized wicket of Rishabh Pant after lunch, while Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood took three wickets in the morning session. With the series tied at 1-1, the rain interruptions have added to the challenges for both teams in this highly anticipated test match.
India-Australia Test Series Stalled by Rain, India's Batting Falters
The highly anticipated third test match between India and Australia at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore was disrupted by rain on the third day of play. India's batting was halted at a precarious 48 for four, leaving the match hanging in the balance.
Background
The India-Australia Border-Gavaskar Trophy is a four-match test series that began in 1996. The series is named after two former cricket legends, Sunil Gavaskar from India and Allan Border from Australia. India won the first test of the current series in Nagpur, while Australia leveled the series in the second test in Delhi.
Current Match Situation
After winning the toss and electing to bat, India lost their first three wickets in quick succession. Mitchell Starc dismissed Rohit Sharma for 12, while Josh Hazlewood accounted for Shubman Gill (6) and Cheteshwar Pujara (1). The onus fell on Rishabh Pant to steady the innings, but he was dismissed by Pat Cummins for 23 after lunch. Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer were unbeaten on 17 and 8 runs, respectively, when rain forced an early end to play.
Weather Forecast and Impact
The weather forecast for the remaining two days of the test is uncertain. Rain is expected to continue to play a role, further disrupting the match and making it difficult for both teams to plan their strategies.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. When will the match resume?
The match will resume on the fourth day of play, subject to weather conditions.
2. What is the current score?
India is 48 for four at the end of the third day.
3. Who are the top performers for India and Australia?
For India, Shreyas Iyer (8*) and Virat Kohli (17*) are the leading scorers. For Australia, Pat Cummins (2/23), Mitchell Starc (1/15), and Josh Hazlewood (1/15) have taken wickets.
4. What is the significance of this match?
This match is crucial for both teams as it could potentially decide the outcome of the series. A win for India would give them a commanding 2-1 lead, while a win for Australia would level the series and set up a thrilling finale.
5. What is the history of India-Australia test matches?
India and Australia have played 144 test matches against each other, with India winning 35 and Australia winning 49. The remaining 60 matches have been drawn.
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