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The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is still tied. India won the first and Australia won the second Test, while the third match was drawn. Australia appointed two vice-captains before the Melbourne Test, which increased the suspense over the availability of Travis Head. Head's absence could prove to be a relief for the Indian team.

Vikrant Shekhawat : Dec 21, 2024, 07:00 AM

IND vs AUS Test: After three matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the series is in an exciting situation. India won the first Test, while Australia made a comeback by winning the second Test. The third Test played at the Gaba ended in a thrilling draw. Now all eyes are on the fourth and decisive Test to be played in Melbourne. Both the teams have started preparing for this match, but Australia's recent moves have raised many questions even before the match.

Australia's new strategy: Steve Smith and Travis Head became vice-captains

Australia have made changes to their squad ahead of the fourth Test and appointed two vice-captains. Steve Smith has been made the vice-captain along with Travis Head. However, this decision has raised doubts about the availability of Travis Head.

Travis Head was injured while batting during the second innings of the Gaba Test. He suffered a groin injury. Although Head described his injury as mild, there has been no official confirmation from Australia about his fitness yet.

Head's absence brings relief to India?

The suspense over Head's playing can be a relief for Team India. Head has been the most impressive batsman for Australia in this series. His wicket has proved to be a big challenge for the Indian bowlers so far. If Head is out of the fourth Test, then the Indian bowlers can get a big relief.

Head's performance so far

Travis Head's bat has roared fiercely in this series. He has scored more than 400 runs in three Tests. Head played a brilliant innings of 140 runs in the Adelaide Test, while at the Gabba he scored 152 runs in the first innings. His aggressive batting has kept the Indian bowlers under pressure.

Who will win in Melbourne?

Australia's strategy and Head's position before the Melbourne Test have made the match even more interesting. It will be important for the Indian team to win, while Australia will not want to leave any stone unturned on their home ground.

Will Travis Head play? Will Steve Smith's role change? And will Team India take advantage of this opportunity? These questions will be answered in the fourth Test. One thing is certain that the excitement of cricket will be at its peak in Melbourne.