IND vs AUS 5th T20I: Australia Aim to Defend Gabba Fortress as India Chase Series Win in Brisbane

The stage is set for a thrilling finale as India and Australia lock horns in the fifth and final T20I of the series at the iconic Gabba Stadium in Brisbane. While India aim to seal the series, Australia will look to defend their fortress, where they have an enviable record.

The Gabba has traditionally been a happy hunting ground for the hosts — Australia have won seven out of eight T20Is played here, losing just once. Teams batting first have held a distinct advantage at this venue, with eight of the last eleven matches won by the side setting the target.

🏏 Gabba — A Fortress for Australia

Out of the eight T20Is played at the Gabba, Australia have won five matches while batting first and two while chasing. The pitch at Brisbane generally offers true bounce and pace, assisting fast bowlers early before settling down for stroke play.

📜 IND vs AUS at The Gabba — 2018 Recap

The only previous T20I meeting between India and Australia at The Gabba was on November 21, 2018. That encounter turned out to be a close contest, decided via the Duckworth-Lewis method due to rain interruptions.

• Australia’s score: 158 (batting first)
• India’s revised target: 174 in 17 overs
• India’s score: 169/7

Australia won narrowly, with Adam Zampa taking the key wickets of KL Rahul (13) and Virat Kohli (4) to earn the Player of the Match award. For India, Kuldeep Yadav stood out with his spin on a surface usually known for pace, proving that variety can work even at the Gabba.

🇮🇳 India’s Current Form and Team Update

In the ongoing series, India have displayed strong performances to gain a lead heading into the decider. Spinner Washington Sundar replaced Kuldeep Yadav after the second T20I, and given India’s recent success, a change in the playing XI for the final match appears unlikely.

⚔️ India vs Australia — T20I Head-to-Head Record

Across formats, India hold the upper hand in T20Is against Australia. Out of 32 matches, India have won 20, Australia have won 11, while one ended without a result.

🕒 Match Details

• Match: India vs Australia, 5th T20I
• Date: Saturday, November 8
• Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane
• Time: 1:45 PM IST (Toss at 1:15 PM)
• TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
• Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar
• Free Telecast: DD Sports