It has started to rain and the big screen shows it to be a severe weather.
The final T20I between India and Australia was called off due to heavy rain, with no play possible. The washout meant India clinched the five-match series 2-1, sealing the win after dominating the earlier games. Persistent rain at the venue prevented even a toss, bringing the series to an early conclusion.
IND vs AUS: When and where to watch live?
The India vs Australia, 5th T20I will telecast live on the Star Sports Network while the live streaming will be available on JioHotstar app and website.
IND vs AUS: Head-to-Head record in T20I?
India and Australia have played 36 matches out of which India has won 22 while Australia has just won 12, while two games ended without any result.
Also Read: IND vs AUS, 5th T20I: Pitch report of Gabba, Brisbane – Here’s why toss is very important
IND vs AUS: Pitch Report
The Gabba pitch is famous for its bounce and consistent pace making it a paradise for batters in the early overs. Fast bowlers will enjoy bowling here especially with the new ball. As the match progresses, the surface usually flattens, this provides batters an opportunity to play their shots freely. There is not much help for the spinners, but they could still be effective if they vary their pace and use the large square boundaries smartly.
The outfield at Gabba remains quick so even the shots that are mistimed can reach the boundary. The venue is high-scoring and fans can expect a great contest with runs flowing as the movement eases.
IND vs AUS: Full Squads
India: Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Shubman Gill (vice-captain), Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Sanju Samson, Jitesh Sharma, Rinku Singh, Harshit Rana, Nitish Reddy, Tilak Varma, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakravarthy
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (captain), Xavier Bartlett, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Josh Inglis (wicket-keeper), Josh Philippe,Matthew Kuhnemann, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Mahli Beardman
The weather is extremely severe and lightning delay has forced the play to get halted. An advisory has been shared with the fans to immediately seek shelter and not sit in the open.
The square has been covered and the players have headed back to pavilion.
Abhishek Sharma - 23 off 13 balls
Shubman Gill - 29 off 16 balls
- 1000 runs for Abhishek Sharma in T20Is.
- Play halted
- Match stopped most likely due to lightning and some expected rain
There is no rain at the moment but it looks like there is some lightning. Some rain is also expected!
Abhishek Sharma has become the fastest to score 1000 T20I runs by balls faced.
THE QUICKEST TO 1000 T20I RUNS🚀Fastest to 1000 T20I runs for a country by balls faced⏬🔸528 balls - Abhishek Sharma for IND🔹569 balls - Tim David for AUS🔹573 balls - Suryakumar Yadav for IND🔹599 balls - Phil Salt for ENG pic.twitter.com/JjZv0HgTcx
— Cricket.com (@weRcricket) November 8, 2025
Both Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma are in attacking mode. Gill has smashed four boundaries in Ben Dwarshuis' 3rd over. It has turned out to be very costly over!
Right after getting a lifeline, Abhishek Sharma smashes a FOUR.
It was an absolute sitter but Abhishek Sharma turns out be lucky one as Maxwell drops a crucial catch.
Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill walk in while Ben Dwarshuis gets the first over.
Mitchell Marsh(c), Matthew Short, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Josh Philippe, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa
Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma(w), Washington Sundar, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
Australia wins the toss, opts to bowl first.
The toss will be held at 1:15 PM.
It is still unlikely that Sanju Samson will find a way back in the India's playing XI as Jitesh Sharma is already set in his place.
The Gabba pitch is famous for its bounce and consistent pace making it a paradise for batters in the early overs. Fast bowlers will enjoy bowling here especially with the new ball. As the match progresses, the surface usually flattens, this provides batters an opportunity to play their shots freely. There is not much help for the spinners, but they could still be effective if they vary their pace and use the large square boundaries smartly.
The outfield at Gabba remains quick so even the shots that are mistimed can reach the boundary. The venue is high-scoring and fans can expect a great contest with runs flowing as the movement eases.
Australia has remained unbeaten in Gabba since 2013 and now all eyes will be on Mitchell Marsh and co. if they can continue this streak.
Mitchell Marsh (captain), Xavier Bartlett, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Josh Inglis (wicket-keeper), Josh Philippe,Matthew Kuhnemann, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Mahli Beardman
Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Shubman Gill (vice-captain), Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Sanju Samson, Jitesh Sharma, Rinku Singh, Harshit Rana, Nitish Reddy, Tilak Varma, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakravarthy
According to AccuWeather, rain could play a significant role in the India vs Australia 5th T20I. The forecast predicts a humid, overcast evening with frequent showers likely throughout the match. There is a 79% probability of rain, humidity hovering around 90%, and cloud cover expected to reach 99%. Additionally, thunderstorms are possible, which could further interrupt play.
The match will be starting at 1:45 PM IST and the toss will be held at 1:15 PM IST.
Hello and welcome to the live blog of India vs Australia 5th T20I which will be played at The Gabba in Brisbane. The match is a must-win for India as the team will be aiming to clinch the series and Australia will be aiming to make a comeback by levelling the series.











