IND vs AUS, 5th T20I: Pitch report of Gabba, Brisbane

The India vs Australia T20I series has reached its conclusion and the fifth and final T20I will be played at The Gabba in Brisbane. The stadium is known for its electric atmosphere and lively pitch – traditionally offering pace, bounce and plenty of runs. Now both the teams will be focused on winning – India will be aiming to clinch the series, while Australia will be looking forward to level it.

IND vs AUS: Pitch Report

The Gabba pitch is famous for its bounce and consistent pace making it a paradise for batters in the early overs. Fast bowlers will enjoy bowling here especially with the new ball. As the match progresses, the surface usually flattens, this provides batters an opportunity to play their shots freely. There is not much help for the spinners, but they could still be effective if they vary their pace and use the large square boundaries smartly.

The outfield at Gabba remains quick so even the shots that are mistimed can reach the boundary. The venue is high-scoring and fans can expect a great contest with runs flowing as the movement eases.

IND vs AUS: Toss Strategy

Win the toss, bowl first, as rain is forecast for later in the evening and dew can be expected to set in. The pitch here tends to get better under the lights, and over the years, chasing teams have done well. Another point that goes in favour of batting second is that it gives a fair idea about the target and how one needs to pace the innings, especially in case the ball starts to skid if there is moisture on the surface.

A score in the range of 180–190 might be considered competitive, but anything below 170 will indeed be challenging to defend under these conditions. In other words, it will be a very lively start for the pacers, a run-fest after the ball loses its shine, and a tactical toss that could shape the fate of this decisive encounter.