The fourth Test between India and Australia begins on December 26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). With the series tied 1-1, both teams are eager to take the lead. India, having won the last two Boxing Day Tests in Melbourne, will look to continue its winning streak.

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• Boxing Day Test to begin on December 26 at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
• Series tied 1-1 after rain-affected draw in the third Test at Brisbane.
• India has won the last two Boxing Day Tests in Melbourne (2018, 2020).
• Jasprit Bumrah key for India; 15 wickets in two MCG Tests.
• India’s record in Boxing Day Tests: Played 18, Won 4, Lost 11, Drawn 3.
• Last Boxing Day Test result: Loss to South Africa in Centurion, 2023.
• Top batting score: 195 by Virender Sehwag vs Australia, Melbourne 2003.
• Best bowling figure: 6 for 33 by Jasprit Bumrah vs Australia, Melbourne 2018.
• High-stakes match with a chance to take a crucial 2-1 lead in the series.