Rinku Singh is in for Tilak Verma in the 5th and final T20 cricket match between Australia and India being played at The Gabba in Brisbane on November 8, 2025. The match starts at 6:15 PM local time, which is 1:45 PM in India.
Toss: Australia wins toss and opts to bowl first.
India: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma(w), Washington Sundar, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy and, Jasprit Bumrah.
India Leads the Series
India has already won the series with two strong victories after the first match was washed out, and Australia won the second game. If Australia wins this match, the five-T20 series will end in a tie with 2-2.
With an unbeatable lead, India will look to finish the tour on a high note. Australia, on the other hand, will try to win this match and end the series with pride.
Toss and Weather Conditions
The toss will be important today, especially with the chances of rain later in the evening. The weather in Brisbane has been sunny, but local forecasts suggest possible storms. Still, fans are hopeful that the match will go on without any interruptions.
What a shot! 😲🤩#ShubmanGill sets the tempo for #TeamIndia right from the start. 💪#AUSvIND 👉 5th T20I | LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/KVDenaqq4f pic.twitter.com/3nQSc1UuSS
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 8, 2025
The 5th T20I between Australia and India will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network in India. Fans can tune in to Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, and other regional Star Sports channels depending on language preference.
For those who prefer watching online, the match will be streamed live on Disney+ Hotstar. Viewers can access the stream via the Hotstar mobile app or website. A subscription may be required for premium access, so make sure to log in ahead of time to avoid missing any action.
Time to wrap the series on a winning note! 🇮🇳
While the Australians hunt for a draw, #TeamIndia will look to seal the series in style! ⚡#AUSvIND 👉 5th T20I | SAT, 8 NOV LIVE on Star Sports Network & JioHotstar pic.twitter.com/0h8Wsk1mTo
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 8, 2025
Team News and Key Players
India is expected to play the same team that won the last two matches. Captain Suryakumar Yadav has led the team well, and players like Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Tilak Varma have performed brilliantly.
Australia might make a few changes, with Mitch Owen likely to return to the middle order and Mahli Beardman possibly making his debut.
Pace off from the bowler, POWER ON from #AbhishekSharma! 🧨🤩
Absolutely smashed over the ropes for a flat six! 💪#AUSvIND 👉 5th T20I | LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/KVDenaqq4f pic.twitter.com/aGYxqj5hhP
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) November 8, 2025
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