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5th T20I: Rinku replaces rested Tilak for India as Australia elect to bowl first

IANS | November 08, 2025 01:56 PM

BRISBANE: Rinku Singh has come into the playing eleven in place of a rested Tilak Varma as Australia won the toss and elected to bowl first in the fifth and final T20I at The Gabba on Saturday.

Though Australia are 2-1 behind, they do have the chance to level and sign off on a high. India, meanwhile, have the opportunity to get a 3-1 win and maintain their record of never losing a T20I series in Australia.

After winning the toss, Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh said his side is unchanged. “Looks a good surface, always great to come here and play at this great stadium. Certainly a chance to draw the series. Lots to play for. Both teams have played some great cricket. Was bit of an indifferent surface. India bowled superbly. Different conditions tonight, ” he said.

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