Tue Dec 17 08:49:59 UTC 2024: ## India Defies Australia in Brisbane Thriller, Series Remains Tied
**Brisbane, Australia –** A last-wicket stand of defiance by Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep has all but secured a draw for India in the third Test against Australia at the Gabba. The thrilling partnership, which saw Deep score a crucial 27 not out, effectively extinguished Australia’s hopes of victory on day four.
Despite being 193 runs behind on first innings, India managed to avoid the follow-on thanks to the resolute batting of their tail-enders. Deep’s aggressive hitting, including a six off Pat Cummins, proved instrumental in pushing India to 252 for nine before stumps were drawn due to fading light. Bumrah provided solid support, finishing on 10 not out.
The 39-run partnership has left Australia with insufficient time to force a win, even if they were to bat again. Their task has been further complicated by a calf injury to fast bowler Josh Hazlewood, who has been ruled out of the remainder of the Test and is expected to miss the rest of the five-match series.
The series is now tied at 1-1, with the fourth Test commencing in Melbourne on December 26th and the final Test in Sydney on January 3rd. The drawn result in Brisbane leaves both teams with a strong chance of winning the series.
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