New Delhi. The bad news for Australia in the Brisbane Test has come as an opportunity for India. Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood appeared troubled by injury on the fourth day of the third Test. His bowling did not show the speed for which he is known. As soon as there was a break in the match, he was taken for a scan. If Hazlewood does not bowl further in the match, then it can prove to be an advantage for the Indian batsmen.
The third Test between India and Australia is being played at the Gabba Stadium in Brisbane. India was under immense pressure till the third day of the match. After scoring 445 runs, Australia had taken 4 wickets for 51 runs. On the fourth day of the match, India completed its 100 runs after losing the wicket of Rohit. India’s first target now is to reach 246 runs, so that it can avoid the follow-on. When India crossed the 100-run mark, KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja were at the crease.
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Good news came for India, who were struggling to save the match, when it was revealed that Joe Hazlewood is suffering from a muscle strain. He was bowling before the break due to rain, but was not in his rhythm. On the fourth day, it rained about an hour after the start of play. During this break of approximately 15 minutes, Hazlewood was taken for a scan. When the game started after the break, Hazlewood did not come on the field.
Harbhajan Singh and Cheteshwar Pujara, while commenting on Star Sports, said that Hazlewood’s injury is not good news for Australia, but India can take advantage of it. Hazlewood could be the most dangerous bowler on this wicket of Brisbane. If they do not play, Nathan Lyon and Mitchell Marsh will have to bowl more. Travis Head may also have to bowl. Bowling pressure will also increase on Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : December 17, 2024, 07:26 IST