Thu Dec 26 01:50:00 UTC 2024: ## India Drops Gill, Rohit Returns to Top Order as Australia Wins Toss in Melbourne Test
**Melbourne, Australia** – The fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia is underway at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The series is currently tied 1-1. Australian captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first, handing the bowling advantage to India.
A major surprise in the Indian camp saw the dropping of Shubman Gill, replaced by all-rounder Washington Sundar. Captain Rohit Sharma, however, confirmed his return to the opening batting position. Sharma stated that he would have chosen to bat first as well, highlighting the importance of the match in the context of the tied series.
Australia also made changes to their lineup, with 19-year-old explosive opener Sam Koutses making his Test debut, replacing Nathan McSwiney. Scott Boland is in for the injured Josh Hazlewood.
The match is expected to face extreme heat, with meteorologists predicting temperatures as high as 39°C (102°F), potentially reaching record highs for a Boxing Day Test on the first day.
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