During the previous tour of Australia, the Indian cricket team achieved a historic victory at the Gabba in Brisbane. In the current critical third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the Indian team has opted to bat first following a successful toss. Although rain disrupted play during the first session of the opening day, several former players were present at the Gabba to lend their support to the Indian team.

Former Test bowler Munaf Patel has indicated that the Indian team is a formidable contender for victory in this Test match.