India managed to draw the third Test in Brisbane, keeping the Border Gavaskar Trophy series level at 1-1. Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali believes this gives India a strong chance to win in Melbourne, which offers a favorable pitch. The series will conclude in Sydney, with Australia under pressure to secure their place in the World Test Championship final.
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