3 Players OUT, Harshit Rana IN? India's Likely Playing XI For 5th T20I Against Australia

India's Likely Playing XI for 5th T20I Against Australia

The fifth and final T20I of the ongoing India vs Australia series will be held at The Gabba, Brisbane, on Saturday, November 8. India currently leads the series 2-1 after a 48-run victory in the fourth match at Gold Coast on November 6. A win in this game would secure the series for India with a 3-1 lead.

Team Performance Under Suryakumar Yadav

Since becoming the permanent captain in July 2024, Suryakumar Yadav has led India to several series wins, including:

Possible Changes to the Playing XI

India may make multiple changes for the final match. Jasprit Bumrah, who featured in all four T20Is so far, might be rested due to workload concerns and the upcoming Test series against South Africa. Harshit Rana, who played in the first two T20Is but was benched for the last two, is likely to replace him.

Alongside Rana, all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy could get an opportunity. Sanju Samson, who was dropped after playing the first two matches, may return in place of Shubman Gill.

"Harshit Rana, who played the first two T20Is in Canberra and Melbourne, could be his replacement."
"Sanju Samson played the first two T20Is but was dropped to the bench for the third and fourth matches. He can come in for Shubman Gill."

These changes aim to balance workload management and strengthen the team ahead of crucial fixtures.

Author's Summary: India is expected to tweak its lineup for the final T20I against Australia, with Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy likely to return, while Jasprit Bumrah may be rested considering upcoming commitments.

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