The Gabba Test between Australia and India is set for a dramatic finish, weather permitting. India avoided the follow-on, thanks to Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah's efforts. Still trailing by 193 runs at 252/9, Australia might consider bold options, including forfeiting their second innings. Under MCC Law 15.2, captains can forfeit an innings to push for a result. However, Australia is unlikely to risk giving India a modest target. Cummins' team will aim to wrap up India early on Day 5, build a quick lead, and put India under pressure, setting up a thrilling conclusion to the match.

India ended Day 4 of the 3rd Test at the Gabba on 252/9, trailing by 193 runs. KL Rahul (84) and Ravindra Jadeja (77) led the resistance with vital fifties. Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep's unbeaten 39-run partnership for the final wicket ensured India avoided the follow-on, frustrating Australia. Rain interruptions and resilient batting from India left the Aussies searching for breakthroughs. Pat Cummins claimed 4/80, while Nathan Lyon took 1/54. Australia's bowling effort was hindered by Josh Hazlewood's injury. With rain forecasted for Day 5, the match appears poised for a draw.

Fans have criticized Gautam Gambhir's decision to exclude Ravindra Jadeja from the first two Tests of India's series against Australia, after the all-rounder’s impactful performance in the third Test. Jadeja scored a gritty fifty at Gabba, showcasing his crucial batting skills. Despite being the world’s No. 1 all-rounder, Jadeja’s exclusion raised eyebrows, especially after his performance outshone those of other all-rounders like Washington Sundar and Ravichandran Ashwin. Jadeja’s batting average in Australia is now higher than that of Indian legends Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma, reinforcing his significance in the team.

After winning the FIDE World Chess Championship, 18-year-old Gukesh D celebrated his historic victory in style by attempting his first-ever bungee jump in Singapore. Following a dramatic win over China’s Ding Liren, Gukesh shared a video of himself preparing for the bungee jump at the Sentosa Skypark, expressing both excitement and nervousness. Gukesh became the youngest chess world champion and the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to achieve this feat. He also played a pivotal role in India’s Olympiad gold earlier this year. The young grandmaster’s victory has catapulted him to stardom in India and worldwide.

India captain Rohit Sharma continued his poor form, scoring just 10 runs in the 1st innings of the 3rd Test against Australia in Brisbane. Battling Pat Cummins' out-swinging delivery, Rohit was caught behind after adding minimal runs on Day 4. Fans expressed their frustration on social media, creating memes and criticizing his repeated failures. While Sharma, Kohli, and Jaiswal struggled on the tricky Gabba pitch, KL Rahul stood out, anchoring India’s innings with resilience. This pink-ball Test has exposed batting weaknesses in India’s lineup as Australia maintains pressure. Rohit's form remains a major concern for the Indian team.

Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) has plunged into the ‘severe’ category, with 26 out of 37 monitoring stations recording levels above 400. Jahangirpuri (466), Anand Vihar (465), and Bawana (465) were the worst-hit areas. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has reinstated GRAP-IV restrictions, banning non-essential truck entry and halting construction activities. Schools and colleges have shifted to online classes, and odd-even vehicle restrictions are under consideration. Meteorological conditions, including low wind speeds and high humidity, are likely to keep pollution levels elevated. The Supreme Court has urged a nationwide approach to tackle this "pan-India" issue.

India trailed by 265 runs at 180/6 in the 3rd Test against Australia as rain disrupted Day 4 at the Gabba. Ravindra Jadeja, playing his first innings of the series, scored a resilient 50, partnering with Nitish Kumar Reddy to stabilize the innings. Earlier, KL Rahul fell for 84, despite a strong partnership with Jadeja. Steve Smith redeemed himself with a stunning catch after dropping Rahul. Australia remains in control with a mammoth first-innings total of 445, aided by India’s top-order collapse. Rain continues to frustrate both teams, delaying sessions and curbing India’s recovery.

D Gukesh made history by becoming the World Chess Champion at just 18. The Indian grandmaster defeated Diren Ling and earned ₹11 crore in prize money. However, Gukesh will have to pay a significant tax of ₹4.67 crore, as he falls under the 30% tax bracket in India. Fans jokingly congratulated the Income Tax Department and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on the windfall. Gukesh’s net worth has risen to ₹21 crore after his victory. The grandmaster expressed his joy, saying, "I've been dreaming about this moment since I was six or seven."

Matthew Hayden has given Rohit Sharma advice to regain his form in Test cricket. The Australian legend believes Rohit’s natural game is built on free-flowing, aggressive batting, but he has been struggling with form lately. Hayden emphasized the importance of playing with energy and intent, advising Rohit not to focus on defending the ball. "Energy and intent" were suggested as key "trigger words" to help Rohit rediscover his rhythm. Rohit has struggled in recent matches, scoring just 142 runs in his last 12 innings, with only one half-century.

India's batting collapsed once again in the third Test against Australia, with reckless shots sealing their fate. Jasprit Bumrah, after picking up six wickets, said, "Maybe you should start pointing fingers. Maybe that will spur them into showing greater discipline." Despite a strong bowling effort, India's batsmen struggled to respect the conditions, with Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli falling to careless strokes. Gill played a poor drive to Starc, while Kohli wafted at a wide Hazlewood delivery. "The plan should have been to be watchful," Bumrah added, as India ended the day at 51 for 4, trailing Australia’s 445.