As India and Australia continue their crucial third Test at Brisbane’s historic Gabba Cricket Ground, the weather is expected to play a pivotal role. With the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 final on the line, Team India has been closely monitoring the forecast, hoping that rain will intervene on Day 5 to increase their chances of a draw. The weather forecast for December 18 depicts a high probability of rain, which might alter the final results of this intense battle.
Weather Report for Day 5 of the India vs Australia Test
According to AccuWeather, Brisbane is bracing for heavy rainfall throughout December 18, Day 5 of the ongoing third Test between India and Australia. The forecast predicts a 90% chance of rain all day, with thunderstorms expected to hit at a 54% probability. Given these conditions, it is highly likely that the match could see minimal play, with only a few overs possible if the rain persists.
What Happens if Rain Delays Play on Day 5?
If Day 5 is washed away, the third Test of India vs. Australia would end as a draw. At this point, the series will remain at 1-1 with the fourth Test still scheduled to take place in Sydney. India’s entry ticket into the WTC final would continue to rely on the outcome of remaining matches. A 3-1 series win would seal India’s position in the WTC final, and at least one more win would guarantee them the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
India’s Battle to Avoid the Follow-On
In the Test being played, Australia scored a strong total of 445, led by centuries from Travis Head and Steve Smith. India’s response was hampered by a middle-order collapse, but notable contributions from KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja offered some resistance. Despite a late rally from Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah, who ensured India reached 252/9 by the close of Day 4, their hopes of avoiding the follow-on remain fragile. The play was called off early due to bad light, leaving India with a slim chance to push for a comeback on Day 5.
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