IND vs AUS / Big update on Starc playing in Sydney Test, fellow player said this about the injury

IND vs AUS: The last and decisive Test match of the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia will be played in Sydney from January 3, 2025. The Australian team will enter this match with a 2-1 lead and their eyes will be on capturing the trophy as well as securing a place in the final of the World Test Championship. But the fitness of Australia's fast bowler Mitchell Starc remains a big question for the team.

Doubt over Mitchell Starc's fitness

Mitchell Starc appeared troubled by pain in the ribs during the Boxing Day Test. However, he continued bowling with the help of the team physio and showed his strength. Despite this, his condition remains a cause of concern for the Australian team management.

Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Alex Carey has given assurances about Starc's fitness. Carey said, "I have seen Mitchell play for a long time. He is a combative player. I am confident that he will be ready by the fifth Test." Importance of Starc for Australia

Mitchell Starc is counted among the best fast bowlers in the world. He has taken 373 wickets in 93 Test matches so far and has led Australia to victory in many matches with his lethal bowling.

Australia has a golden opportunity to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time since 2014-15. Also, they need just one win to reach the final of the World Test Championship. In such a situation, Starc playing in the Sydney Test is very important for the team.

Win is necessary for the Indian team

On the other hand, this match is in a do or die situation for the Indian team. To end the series on a draw and stay in the race for the World Test Championship, India will have to win the Sydney Test at all costs.

Starc's absence can be a big advantage for India. If Starc is unable to play, the Australian team may have to play Jhay Richardson in his place, who has not played any Test match since December 2021. This will be a good opportunity for the Indian batsmen.

Eyes on the strategies of Sydney Test

All eyes will be on the strategy of both the teams in this decisive match. While Australia will try to draw or win the match with the help of its deadly bowlers, India will try to win on the strength of its batsmen and spinners.

Will history repeat itself?

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy has always been exciting. In 2021, India won the series by registering a historic win at Gabba. Will India be able to do the same miracle in Sydney this time? Or will Australia be successful in stopping the trophy at home? These questions will be answered by the result of the Sydney Test.

The excitement among cricket fans is at its peak for this decisive match. Both the teams are busy in their preparations, and the Sydney ground is ready to witness another historic match.