Tue Dec 17 11:50:07 UTC 2024: ## India Avoids Follow-On in Brisbane Test Thanks to Lower-Order Contributions
**Brisbane, Australia –** KL Rahul’s 84 and crucial contributions from the lower order, particularly Ravindra Jadeja’s 77, helped India avoid a follow-on against Australia in the third Test at the Gabba on Tuesday. Despite losing significant time to rain, India’s resolute batting performance, especially in the final stages, proved pivotal.
Rahul praised the lower-order batsmen Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep, highlighting their crucial partnership and the determination shown in facing the Australian pace attack. He emphasized their contribution in boosting team morale. He also lauded Jadeja’s batting prowess, stating that his consistent performance with the bat often goes unnoticed.
Rahul discussed his own batting strategy, emphasizing the importance of patience and respecting the quality of the Australian bowling attack in overseas conditions. He stressed the need to earn the right to score runs by absorbing pressure in the initial overs before capitalizing on opportunities. The match continues.
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