IND vs AUS 4th Test: When will Boxing Day Test start in Melbourne? Session Timings, Breaks - All you need to Know

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IND vs AUS 4th Test Timings: India will be up against Australia in the 4th Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy from Thursday (December 26).

December 26, also known as Boxing Day, generally sees the Australian national team playing at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and India is going to be the visiting team this year.

The five-match Test series is currently poised 1-1 and the next two matches are crucial for both teams' prospective in the World Test Championship Final. Australia has already announced the playing XI for the next match. Youngster Sam Konstas is set to make his debut while Travis Head is also deemed fit for the important encounter.

In terms of the Indian team, captain Rohit Sharma is set to be reinstated at the top of the order while Shubman Gill's position in the team is in jeopardy. Jasprit Bumrah will spearhead the bowling attack, and additionally, Washington Sundar can be slotted in to replace Nitish Reddy.

IND vs AUS Boxing-Day Test Timings

Cricket enthusiasts worldwide eagerly anticipate the Boxing Day Test match, and this year's encounter between India and Australia promises to be a thrilling spectacle. For fans in India and Australia, knowing the session timings is crucial to ensure you don't miss any action. Below is a detailed breakdown of the session timings for the Boxing Day Test.

Session Timings (IST and AEDT)

First Session

IST: 5:00 am to 7:00 am

AEDT: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm

The match begins early for Indian fans, offering an exciting start to the day. Australian fans can enjoy the first session during a mid-morning cricket feast.

Second Session

IST: 7:40 am to 9:40 am

AEDT: 1:10 pm to 3:10 pm

After a brief 40-minute break, the second session resumes, offering uninterrupted cricketing action as the day unfolds.

Third Session

IST: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

AEDT: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Additionally, time can be coupled at the end of the day to facilitate extra overs if they are not completed in the previous day.

IND vs AUS Session Timings and Breaks for 4th Test in Melbourne