The fourth day of the third Test between India and Australia in Brisbane is expected to be heavily influenced by weather conditions, with rain and overcast skies continuing to play a role. India, currently 51/4, find themselves in a precarious position, trailing Australia by 394 runs. The day will test India’s resilience as they aim to make a comeback under both weather and scoreboard pressure.
Rain Likely To Disrupt Play Again?
According to AccuWeather, the day will start with showers, cloudy sky, and high-humidity. The temperature ranges between 29°C. Precipitation probability is 100%, with an expected volume of rainfall at 10.1 mm. 13 km/h wind and gusting 30 km/h shall be blowing, with total cloud cover at 90%.
How Does The Overall Day 4 Look Like?
Showers are expected mainly in the morning, which will cause interruptions and might affect the pitch further. 2.5 hours of rain will add moisture to the surface, helping swing and seam bowlers early in the day. Cloud cover at 88% and strong winds could further help the bowlers.
IND Vs AUS: Impact Of Rain On Pitch Conditions On Day 4
The wet conditions and humidity are likely to leave the pitch damp and slow early in the day. Fast bowlers will find assistance through swing and seam movement, especially with overcast skies. The wet outfield will not only make stroke play difficult but also affect the ball’s behavior, reducing boundary-scoring opportunities and increasing the risk of dismissals.
For India, already struggling at 51/4, the first session will be crucial. Batting will be challenging in the morning due to the conditions, and patience will be key to weather the initial storm. KL Rahul, unbeaten on 33,* and skipper Rohit Sharma, who is yet to get off the mark, hold the key for India’s recovery.