Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep displayed great resilience in their partnership for the 10th wicket, helping India avoid the follow-on in the third test in Brisbane. This defiant stand not only saved India from immediate defeat but also pushed Australia’s hopes of victory further out of reach. Deep’s boundaries off Pat Cummins brought the visitors relief, with celebrations ringing out at the Gabba.
Deep’s unbeaten 27, alongside Bumrah’s 10, propelled India to 252 for nine, still behind Australia’s first innings total of 445 by 193 runs. The duo’s 39-run partnership has put India in a more secure position, forcing Australia to bat again with limited time to take another 10 wickets.
Adding to Australia’s challenges is the calf injury to fast bowler Josh Hazlewood, who will miss the remainder of the test and likely the rest of the series. The fourth Test is set to begin in Melbourne on December 26, followed by the fifth and final Test in Sydney on January 3. The series currently stands at 1-1.
In a photo from the match, Akash Deep can be seen playing a shot during day four of the Third Test at The Gabba. His contribution with the bat has been crucial in India’s fightback against Australia.
