Australia bank on Gabba record as India eye series win

Australia have a strong T20I record at the Gabba, having lost only once in eight matches at the venue since 2006. They will rely on that history as they aim to level the five-match series after India took an unassailable lead with two convincing wins.

India have bounced back impressively after an initial washout and a heavy defeat at the MCG, reinforcing their status as the world's top T20I side. A series victory here would further cement their credentials as favourites for the upcoming home World Cup, especially with a squad that is not yet at full strength.

When: November 8, 2025, 18:15 Local Time, 19:15 AEDT, 13:45 IST

Where: The Gabba, Brisbane

What to expect: A fine summer day is forecast, though storms are possible later. The pitch is expected to offer typical Gabba bounce and carry, favouring smooth strokeplay compared to the two-paced Gold Coast surface.

Josh Philippe missed a key chance in the previous match, which could open the door for Mitch Owen's return. Mahli Beardman remains a potential debutant.

Australia Probable XI: Mitch Marsh (c), Matt Short, Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Tim David, Marcus Stoinis, Mitch Owen/Josh Philippe, Nathan Ellis, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa, Mahli Beardman/Ben Dwarshius

India, despite missing Hardik Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav, have settled on a balanced unit. Their spin trio has complemented Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh well, with Shivam Dube providing crucial breakthroughs.

India Probable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Shivam Dube, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah