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India vs Australia Highlights, 4th Test, Day 5: 'Fortress Brisbane' breached, Pant guides Team India to colossal series

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IND vs AUS 4th Test, Day 5 Highlights: India have beaten Australia in the fourth Test by 3 wickets and have won the series 2-1. Shubman Gill missed his century but Pant guided India to victory. Follow updates of India vs Australia Cricket match.

India's Rishabh Pant carries the trophy as he celebrates with his teammates after defeating Australia by three wickets on the final day of the fourth cricket test at the Gabba, Brisbane, Australia.
India's Rishabh Pant carries the trophy as he celebrates with his teammates after defeating Australia by three wickets on the final day of the fourth cricket test at the Gabba, Brisbane, Australia.

IND vs AUS 4th Test Score, Day 5 Highlights: All the updates from the memorable match.

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Jan 19, 2021, 09:28:58 IST

Aggressive running from India

Rahane hit a backfoot cover drive which did not travel to the boundary. But both Rahane and Pujara managed to run four time between the wickets.

Jan 19, 2021, 09:23:25 IST

Pujara hit on the helmet

Pujara has again been struck on the helmet. It might be the 4-5th time that the ball has hit Pujara's helment today. Physio is again on the field to check on him.

Jan 19, 2021, 09:17:04 IST

Australia lose DRS review

It was like a carbon-copy of an earlier review where Pujara stepped out of his crease off Lyon's bowling and it struck his pads. Paine took a review but the ball was missing the stumps.

Jan 19, 2021, 09:06:10 IST

Pujara injured

Hazlewood's delivery struck Pujara on his fingers and he immediately felt the pain. The physio has come in to check on Pujara. No good for India.

Jan 19, 2021, 09:03:03 IST

WICKET

Shubman Gill has lost his wicket to Nathan Lyon. Lyon managed to get an edge off Gill's bat and it went straight into the hands of Steve Smith. Gill dismissed for 91.

Jan 19, 2021, 08:54:58 IST

100 partnership

Shubman Gill and Cheteshwar Pujara have completed their 100-run partnership. Starc's over cost 19 runs.

Jan 19, 2021, 08:50:12 IST

Gill hits a six

There are cracks opening up in the middle of the pitch and Australia would look to take advantage of that. Meanwhile, Gill has smashed Starc for six with a pullshot.

Jan 19, 2021, 08:39:23 IST

Pujara cutting loose

Pujara had taken more than 100 balls to hit a boundary but now has smashed two of them in a space of 6 deliveries.

Jan 19, 2021, 08:30:44 IST

100 up for India

Pujara has been getting a lot of short-pitched deliveries to his body. But Starc bowled one outside off and Pujara did not waste any time to hit it for boundary. It also brings up the 100 for India.

Jan 19, 2021, 08:28:49 IST

Can Shubman hit a 100?

Shubman Gill has a chance to go on make a hundred on his maiden Test series for Team India. He is batting on 73 and looking good.

Jan 19, 2021, 08:20:04 IST

Starc to Gill: FOUR!

Gill was expecting a short delivery from Starc but it did not bounce much. Gill got on top of it quickly and dispatched it for a four.

Jan 19, 2021, 08:15:03 IST

Second session

Shubman Gill and Cheteshwar Pujara have come out to bat to resume India's innings in the second session of Day 5.

Jan 19, 2021, 07:35:45 IST

LUNCH

Pujara and Gill managed to survive the bouncer barrage from Starc and Cummins. they head to lunch 245 runs behind Australia's target. India 83/1 with Gill batting on 64.

Jan 19, 2021, 07:31:12 IST

SIX

Shubman Gill has smashed Starc for a six over third man. Starc strayed on the off-side with a short delivery and Gill pounced on it quickly.

Jan 19, 2021, 07:19:33 IST

Short deliveries to Pujara

Australian bowlers have started to bowl short to Pujara. They have seen him struggle against bouncers and are looking to take advantage of it.

Jan 19, 2021, 07:12:57 IST

Pujara struck on the head

Shane Warne had said on the commentary that 'Pujara is in his elements now, try and upset him, rip his helmet off.' Australian bowlers have taken it seriously as the ball has struck Pujara's helmet and the physio has been called to check him.

Jan 19, 2021, 07:01:10 IST

That will hurt!

Cummins went for a short delivery but it did not rise up. Pujara tried to duck it but the ball struck his arm.

Jan 19, 2021, 06:52:06 IST

50 for Gill

Shubman Gill has hit his second Test fifty. This one came off 90 balls as he plays with intent in the fourth innings.

Jan 19, 2021, 06:49:18 IST

Gill moves to 48

Gill used his feet to get over the delivery and hit a cover drive for a four off Nathan Lyon's bowling.

Jan 19, 2021, 06:46:57 IST

Direct hit

Shubman and Pujara tried to go for a quick single. Cummins picked up the ball and landed a direct hit but Pujara had made his crease.

Jan 19, 2021, 06:36:58 IST

Hazlewood into the attack

Josh Hazlewood has been brought into the attack by Tim Paine as Gill and Pujara continue to build a partnership.

Jan 19, 2021, 06:30:53 IST

Boundary

Shubman Gill hits a cracking drive on the backfoot. Starc strayed on the off-side and Gill dispatched the delivery for a four.

Jan 19, 2021, 06:28:01 IST

Banter with batsmen

There is a bit banter going on in the middle with Tim Paine and Nathan Lyon trying to induce the batsmen in playing a rash shot.

Jan 19, 2021, 06:13:25 IST

DRS review

Pujara survives a DRS review for an LBW appeal. Nathan Lyon was convinced, but it was just going over the clips.

Jan 19, 2021, 06:00:43 IST

Green to Shubman - FOUR!

FOUR! Exquisite shot from Shubman Gill and that has been hit for a boundary.

Jan 19, 2021, 05:52:53 IST

21 balls, 0 runs

Pujara is off to a slow start at Gabba as it seems India might be looking at a draw here. 21 balls 0 Runs for Pujara.

Jan 19, 2021, 05:43:41 IST

Hazlewood to Gill - FOUR!

FOUR! First boundary of the day and it comes from Shubman Gill's bat.

Jan 19, 2021, 05:31:04 IST

Stats attack

Rohit Sharma dismissed for 6 by Pat Cummins

· 2nd time Cummins has dismissed Rohit — both in this series.

o Both the times in 4th innings.

· 4th consecutive innings without fifty at Brisbane for Rohit.

Jan 19, 2021, 05:27:47 IST

GONE!

Edged and taken, and Rohit Sharma falls early. Pat Cummins strikes! He has been duped by the length and bounce on the ball. Such a good ball! IND 18/1

Jan 19, 2021, 05:18:27 IST

Cummins vs Gill

Cummins is charging in against Gill, he is trying to force the batsman to play the shot inside or get an edge. But Gill is showing his temparement.

Jan 19, 2021, 05:08:19 IST

Steady start for India

India are off to a steady start with Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma ensuring they do not lose any wickets.

Jan 19, 2021, 05:07:07 IST

India vs Australia 4th Test Day 5 - LIVE!

The openers are out to bat. Shubman Gill will look to play a big inning here. India 4/0. 324 more to win. HERE WE GO!

Jan 19, 2021, 04:56:41 IST

Cummins speaks

Cummins: "These are the days you jump out of bed for, with a Test match on the line and a series on the line. Hopefully a day five wicket plays a few tricks. We'll just do what we do really well: stay disciplined and hang in there with plenty of energy."

Jan 19, 2021, 04:49:01 IST

Historic win

If India breach Fortress Gabba with the inexperienced team, it would be an historic win. Can they do it?

Jan 19, 2021, 04:40:32 IST

Rohit Sharma key

A lot has been spoken about Rohit Sharma's poor shot selection, but if he gets it right today, he can do early damage to Aussie bowlers and win this one for India. Dare to dream.

Jan 19, 2021, 04:34:34 IST

GOOD NEWS!

There was a lot of overnight rain last night, but things are dry at Gabba, and we are set for an on-time start, according to ESPNCricinfo. YAYYYYY!!

Jan 19, 2021, 04:29:40 IST

Go, go, Go Rain Go!

The rain could be the big villain of Day 5, as the storm that hit Gabba last night could delay the start on the final day. We as fans want cricketing fans, so let's sing along - 'GO Rain, go! Go Rain, GO!

Jan 19, 2021, 04:15:07 IST

India vs Australia 4th Test Day 5 - LIVE!

Hello and welcome to our live blog on Day 5 of the 4th Test match between India and Australia. The rain spoilt the final session of Day 2, and then again destroyed final session of Day 4. The overnight rain is expected to cause a delay in start on the final day, but still the stage is set for a cracker of a day. India need 324 more to win. Australia need 10 wickets. Let's go!

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