Updates:
Australia's 468th Test cricketer and latest debutant Sam Konstas has been outstanding on his maiden international appearance, making even Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj rattled at the raucous Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Pat Cummins won the toss and announced two changes, while India dropped a bombshell by replacing Shubman Gill for Washington Sundar.
Australia playing XI: 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 playing XI: 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.
The much-anticipated Boxing Day Test betweenand , the fourth in their five-match series, is set to begin on December 26 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
With the series level at 1-1, an electrifying contest is expected, with a crowd of around 90,000 fans ready to witness the clash between bat and ball.
has passed the fitness test and declared fit to play. Head sustained a strain injury during the Brisbane Test. Head’s inclusion bolsters the hosts' batting lineup.
Captain Pat Cummins announced two key changes to the Australian side. Rising star Sam Konstas will make his Test debut, replacing Nathan McSweeney, while Boland steps into the playing XI replacing Josh Hazelwood.
India skipper Rohit Sharma faced an injury scare after he was hit on his left knee during a practice session. It was reported that Rohit did continue to bat on for a while longer. As reports states Rohit Sharma is likely to open innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal while KL Rahul will be batting at No.3.
Meanwhile, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that Mohammad Shami will not be considered for the remaining two matches due to knee swelling. Shami had last represented India at the ODI World Cup last year.
As the stage is set for this iconic Boxing Day showdown, both teams will be eager to seize the advantage in the series. With the festive atmosphere and an electrified MCG crowd, cricket fans are in for a thrilling day of Test cricket.
When and Where to watch IND vs AUS 4th test match live in India, US & UK
What time will the toss for the AUS VS IND 4th Test happen?
The toss for the AUS vs IND 4th Test match will take place at 4:30 AM IST.
What time will the AUS vs IND 4th Test match Start?
The AUS vs IND 3rd Test will start at 5:00 AM IST.
Which channel will broadcast the AUS VS IND 4th Test?
The AUS vs IND 4thTest match will be shown live on Star Sports Network.
Where to catch the AUS vs IND 4th Test match Live Streaming in India?
The live streaming of the AUS vs IND 4th Test match will be available on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website.
How To Watch The AUS vs IND 4th Test match in the US?
Fans in the US can watch the AUS vs IND 4th Test match on Willow TV. The match will begin at 6:30 PM ET.
How To Watch AUS vs IND 4th Test match in UK?
Fans in the UK can watch the AUS vs IND 4th Test live telecast on Sky Sports Cricket. The match will begin at 11:30 PM UK Time.
Australia's Playing XI For Boxing Day test
Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Mitch Marsh, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins (capt), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland
India squad: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma (Captain), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Deep, Tanush Kotian, Dhruv Jurel, Washington Sundar, Devdutt Padikkal, Sarfaraz Khan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Prasidh Krishna, Harshit Rana
