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Steve Smith, Pat Cummins Eye Massive Milestones In Boxing Day Test vs India

Big milestones are available for Australian stars Steve Smith and captain Pat Cummins to hunt during the Boxing Day Test against India, the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with the superstars aiming to continue their brilliant run in the much-anticipated match. With the series level at 1-1, both teams will be playing the highly-anticipated Boxing Day Test from December 26 onwards, with an aim to secure an all-important lead and an edge ahead of the final Test at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

Watch: Define BCCI, ICC, Indian Cricket In One Word Each: Steve Smith, Travis Head Give Epic Reply

Australian cricket might have dominated ICC events, winning the most trophies, but Indian cricket is arguably considered the breadwinner for the sport. Over the last two decades, Indian cricket has grown leaps and bounds, challenging the Aussies and other top nations on every front. The Board of Control for Cricket In India (BCCI) has played a big role in Indian cricket's rise. In the form of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the BCCI has also given the cricket world a top franchise-based T20 league. Hence, even when Australian cricketers were asked about their views on the India board, they only had good things to say.

On Virat Kohli's Retirement Timing, India's Most Controversial Coach's Sharp 'Dignity' Verdict

Former Australia cricketer Greg Chappell, whose stint as Indian cricket team coach was controversial, believes that for the modern greats of cricket like Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, and Joe Root, the end will come, but not when others tell them, but when they know. Chappell also reflected on the inevitable decline of elite batsmen and how it manifests in the careers of modern greats like Kohli, Smith, and Root. Chappell examines the phenomenon he calls "Elite Performance Decline Syndrome" (EPDS), offering a rare glimpse into the mental and physical battles faced by cricketers in the twilight of their careers.

KL Rahul Floors Cricket World, Experts Bow Down To India Star's Gabba Show

Making the most of his elevated batting role in the Indian team, KL Rahul hit 84 runs off 139 balls to lay the foundation of India's fightback against Australia at the Gabba. While others like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Yashasvi Jaiswal gave away their wickets for cheap, Rahul showed the right mindset and attitude to deal with Australia's pace attack. Eventually, it was a heroic catch by Steve Smith, on the bowling of spinner Nathan Lyon that forced Rahul to head back to the pavilion.

Watch: Steve Smith Redeems Himself In Style, Takes A Stunner To Remove KL Rahul

The third Test between India and Australia was brutally marred with rain. Within three days, the match was halted multiple times due to the heavy rain Brisbane. However, the Australian always had an edge over India right from the very beginning. Asked to bat first, Australia posted 445 with Travis Head scoring 152. Later, India were reduced to 51/4 at stumps on Day 3. Later on Day 4, the fans witnessed a heroic redemption from Australian batter Steve Smith.

Rain To Ruin Action-Packed Day 5 Of India vs Australia 3rd Test In Brisbane? Report Says...

Australia's Bureau of Meteorology has said there is a "high chance of showers" on the last day of the Gabba Test being played between India and Australia, according to ESPNcricinfo. It was a day of some fightback for Team India on the fourth day of the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Tasked with the challenge of avoiding a follow-on and a potential innings defeat, half-centuries from KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja, along with a 39-run stand between Bumrah and Akash Deep, helped India end day four at 252/9, giving them a fighting chance. India are trailing by 193 runs. Australia's Bureau of Meteorology said there are "high" chances of rain during late morning and afternoon in Brisbane on Wednesday. They added that the chances of a thunderstorm are possibly severe.

3rd Test: Australia Face Major Blow As Star Pacer Taken For Scans

Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood's further participation in the ongoing third Test is in doubt after going off the field with calf soreness in the first session on Day 4. Hazlewood arrived late on the field at the start of play and appeared to struggle when he began his spell, rarely exceeding 131 kmph. His first delivery was a wide long hop, which KL Rahul cut away with ease. During the drinks break following that over, Hazlewood engaged in an extended discussion with Pat Cummins, Steven Smith, and physio Nick Jones before leaving the field.

India vs Australia: Amid Criticism, Virat Kohli's Heads-Turning Act Amazes Harbhajan Singh

Out after only contributing 3 runs to Team India's first innings score in the third Test against Australia, Virat Kohli put in the hard work to redeem himself in the remainder of the contest. Kohli continued his poor form with the bat, as he was removed by Josh Hazlewood on Day 3 of the Brisbane Test. However, on Day 4 of the match, Kohli was spotting hitting the nets, putting extra effort to rediscover his form and contribute better in the second innings.

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Steve Smith, Pat Cummins Eye Massive Milestones In Boxing Day Test vs India

Watch: Define BCCI, ICC, Indian Cricket In One Word Each: Steve Smith, Travis Head Give Epic Reply

On Virat Kohli's Retirement Timing, India's Most Controversial Coach's Sharp 'Dignity' Verdict

KL Rahul Floors Cricket World, Experts Bow Down To India Star's Gabba Show

Watch: Steve Smith Redeems Himself In Style, Takes A Stunner To Remove KL Rahul

Rain To Ruin Action-Packed Day 5 Of India vs Australia 3rd Test In Brisbane? Report Says...

3rd Test: Australia Face Major Blow As Star Pacer Taken For Scans

India vs Australia: Amid Criticism, Virat Kohli's Heads-Turning Act Amazes Harbhajan Singh