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The India-Australia Test series is currently tied at 1-1 after the rain-hit third Test in Brisbane ended in a draw. Weather spoiled what could have been an exciting finish between two strong teams.
India had taken an early lead in the series with a dominant 295-run win in the first Test at the Optus Stadium, under stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah. However, Australia made a strong comeback in the second Test, winning by 10 wickets in a day-night game at the Adelaide Oval.
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In the third Test, Australia continued their momentum. Batting first, they posted a massive total of 445, thanks to centuries from Travis Head and Steve Smith.
India, struggling with the bat, seemed headed for defeat, but rain and a gritty effort from the lower-order saved them from going 1-2 down. Now, all eyes are on the fourth Test in Melbourne.
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This match is crucial not only for deciding the series winner but also for India’s chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship final. Both teams will be eager to take the lead in what promises to be another thrilling contest.
Here are the expected lineups, head-to-head records, match predictions and betting odds ahead of the fourth Test at the MCG in Melbourne, starting December 26, 2024.
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AUS vs IND Head-to-head in Tests
The two teams have faced each other in 110 Tests so far where the Aussies have had a considerable edge over India.
| Matches | Australia won | India won | Draw | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | 46 | 33 | 30 | 1 |
AUS vs IND 4th Test: Expected line-ups
Expected India XI: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah
Confirmed Australia XI: Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Mitch Marsh, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland
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AUS vs IND 4th Test, Melbourne: Prediction
Australia is favored to win the fourth Test in Melbourne. Despite India’s strong performance in the first Test, Australia has bounced back with impressive win in the second Test and a dominating performance in the third.
With a solid batting lineup featuring players like Steve Smith, Travis Head, and Usman Khawaja, Australia has the firepower to put up a big total. India, on the other hand, has struggled with consistency in the series.
Given the overall form and the home advantage, Australia is likely to win the 4th Test and take the series lead.
AUS vs IND 4th Test: Latest betting odds
According to odds on Dafabet, Australia are the favourites to win the 4th Test against India in Melbourne.
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| India | 2.70 |
| Australia | 1.49 |
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