KL Rahul, in top form, aims for a Boxing Day Test century hat-trick as India and Australia lock horns at the MCG for the pivotal third Test. With the series tied 1-1, Rahul's consistency against the new ball makes him a key player. The Boxing Day Test, set to begin on December 26.
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