Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Top 5 Memorable Test matches played at the Gabba

The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia's fortress, has seen India's struggles and triumphs. As the next Test looms on December 14, here are the top 5 memorable BGT matches there.

Armaan Patra

Published - Dec 11, 2024, 20:18 IST | Updated - Dec 21, 2024, 18:10 IST

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Top 5 Memorable Test matches played at the Gabba

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The Gabba in Brisbane has long been regarded as Australia's stronghold, a place where the home team has always prevailed. For India, this field has been a source of both frustration and glory, capturing the highs and lows of cricket struggles in Australia, as they had just one but significant victory on Brisbane soil.

As India prepares for their next and crucial third Test match at this legendary venue on December 14, 2024, here are the top five most memorable Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) matches played at the Gabba, Brisbane.

1. 2021, 4th Test: India won by three wickets

The 2021 Indian-Australian showdown at the Gabba was a spectacular, historic match that provided thrilling cricketing entertainment. Australia won the toss and batted first, scoring 369 runs in the opening innings. India responded by scoring 336 runs, with Shardul Thakur leading the way with 67. Consequently, the Aussies were knocked out for 294, setting India a target of 328.

India exhibited incredible resilience. Shubman Gill and Cheteshwar Pujara laid a good foundation, while Rishabh Pant's aggressive performance enhanced India's prospects. Pant's unbeaten 89 runs led India to a historic three-wicket victory on the last day. India won their first and only test match at the Gabba, snapping Australia's 32-year unbeaten streak there.

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