Gabba Escape Act May Not be Enough: India Heads into Boxing Day Test on the Backfoot

India's narrow escape at the Gabba may have provided a temporary sigh of relief for the team and its fans, but the real test lies ahead. With the Boxing Day Test Match looming, India is expected to face a plethora of challenges that could potentially derail their momentum.

One of the primary concerns for India is the fitness of their ace bowlers. The team's bowling attack, which has been its strength throughout the series, faces a major setback with several key players nursing injuries. The absence of these bowlers could severely impact India's chances of winning the match.

Another issue that India needs to address is the form of their batsmen. Despite the team's narrow escape at the Gabba, the batsmen failed to fire on all cylinders. With the exception of a few players, the team's batting line-up looks fragile, and the opposition will look to capitalize on this weakness.

To add to India's woes, the opposition is looking stronger than ever. Their bowlers are in top form, and the batsmen are firing on all cylinders. This could spell trouble for India, who will need to regroup and come up with a new strategy if they hope to win the match.

Furthermore, the pitch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), where the Boxing Day Test Match will be played, is expected to be a batting paradise. This could work in favor of the opposition, who have a strong batting line-up. India, on the other hand, will need to be at the top of their game to make an impact on the pitch.

India's coach and captain will need to sit down and come up with a new game plan if they hope to overcome these challenges. The team's strategy will need to be tweaked to accommodate the absence of key players and the opposition's strengths. Only time will tell if India can overcome these hurdles and emerge victorious.