Persistent rain in Brisbane thwarted a decisive result in the third Test between Australia and India, ending in a draw. India, chasing 275, were 8/0 when the weather intervened. Australia declared their second innings at 89/7 after India were bowled out for 260. The series remains level at 1-1, with both teams earning four World Test Championship points.
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