Tue Dec 17 15:32:13 UTC 2024: ## India Avoid Follow-On, But Still Trail in Brisbane Test
**Brisbane, Australia** – India narrowly avoided a follow-on on day four of the Brisbane Test against Australia, but still face a daunting 193-run deficit heading into the final day. Australia, who had a strong chance of enforcing the follow-on after dismissing Ravindra Jadeja, were thwarted by a late-innings partnership and a powerful six from Akash Deep off Pat Cummins.
The day also saw thrilling victories in other matches. Thunder won a close T20 match by 2 wickets with just 2 balls to spare, while Kuwait secured a comfortable 6-wicket win with 24 balls remaining.
India’s resistance was spearheaded by KL Rahul and Jadeja, who battled to stave off the follow-on. Rahul later commented on the late-innings onslaught by Deep and Mohammed Shami, stating he was prepared to return to the crease. However, the rain predicted for the final day could significantly aid India’s chances of saving the Test.
Adding to Australia’s woes, Josh Hazlewood is likely to miss the remainder of the series due to a calf strain. The final day promises to be a tense battle, with India needing a miracle to avoid defeat.
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