The final match of the five-match T20 series between India and Australia is set to take place on Saturday at the Gabba in Brisbane. However, there’s bad news for fans rain threatens to play spoilsport. According to the weather forecast, heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected in Brisbane on match evening, putting the game in serious doubt
.India Lead 2-1, Rain Could Seal the Series
Team India currently lead the series 2-1. If the fifth T20 gets washed out due to rain, India will clinch the series 2-1. The first match of the series was abandoned because of rain, while Australia won the second game. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, bounced back strongly to win the third and fourth T20s in style.
Brisbane Weather Forecast
As per AccuWeather, cloudy skies will dominate Brisbane throughout Saturday. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 32°C, while the minimum will hover around 21°C. Strong winds are likely in the afternoon, followed by thunderstorms and rain later in the evening.
Rain Probability by Time:
5:00 PM: 47% chance of rain
6:00 PM: Thunderstorms likely
The toss is scheduled for 5:45 PM local time, and the match is set to start at 6:15 PM — precisely when rain is most likely to hit.
The Gabba has one of the best drainage systems in the world, which could help resume play quickly after light showers. However, persistent heavy rain could still force the match to be abandoned.
Crucial Game for Both Teams
Team India will hope the match goes ahead so they can seal the series with a win, while Australia will be determined to level things up. Ultimately, the fate of the final T20 now depends on Brisbane’s weather if the skies clear, fans can expect an exciting finish; if not, India will lift the trophy without a ball being bowled.
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