Under the captaincy of Ajinkya Rahane, the Indian team will be locking horns with Australia in the series decider despite not being sure of their best playing eleven, hours before the fourth Test begins at the bouncy wicket at The Gabba. Australia needs a win in Brisbane to claim the coveted Border-Gavaskar Trophy while India can retain it even if they manage to eke out a draw at the Gabba.

India has been suffering from a series of injury concerns. A section of fans is wondering if India will be able to field with a competitive playing 11 in Brisbane. However, as India traveled with a mega squad to Australia and they have the luxury of testing the bench strength further.

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The hosts have also been dealing with their own injury concerns, with Marcus Harris replacing Will Pucovski (shoulder) at the top of the batting order. The Aussies haven’t lost a Test match at the storied Brisbane venue since 1988, with Paine confident the pitch will be up to its usual high standard.

Australia will be desperate for the victory, given a win would see Paine’s men retain first place in the ICC World Test Championship, while India in second spot heading into the series finale can move up to numero uno position if they manage can conjure a victory.

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According to AccuWeather, Brisbane is expected to witness intermittent rainfall on the first three days of the Test match. On the last couple of days of the 4th Test, there is a 50 percent chance of rain coming in. The four-match series is currently tied at 1-1 with Australia winning the first Test in Adelaide while India winning the second game in Melbourne.