Gabba Test, Australia's powerful trio awaits Indian bowlers: Key stats
The Indian cricket team is preparing for the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at The Gabba, Brisbane, beginning December 14. The venue is particularly special for India as it was here that they achieved a historic victory in 2021, defeating Australia for the first time in 32 years. Despite a recent loss in Adelaide, memories of their previous triumph at The Gabba remain fresh. However, India are in for a challenge against this Australian trio. Here's more.
Travis Head could derail India
India's hopes of a comeback in the next Test will be a severe test in the form of Travis Head. Head was key to Australia's win in the second Test with a brilliant 140-run knock. At The Gabba, the southpaw has an incredible record. As per ESPNcricinfo, Head owns 352 runs from five matches at 50.28. He has one ton and two fifties. Head has managed 955 runs versus India in Tests at 47.75 (100s: 2, 50s: 4).
Smith and Labuschagne add to Australia's batting prowess
Despite his recent struggles, Steve Smith has a phenomenal record against India with 2,061 runs at an average of 60.61. At The Gabba in Brisbane, Smith averages a stellar 54.73 in Tests. He has three tons and three fifties. Marnus Labuschagne made a sound return to form, scoring a fine fifty in the 2nd Test against India. Labuschagne has scored 497 runs at The Gabba, averaging 62.12 (100s: 2, 50s: 2). Versus India in Tests, he has amassed 844 runs.
