Indian captain Rohit Sharma confirmed the team is adjusting to used practice pitches before their final training on fresh surfaces ahead of the fourth Test against Australia. He noted the grass covering on the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch and mentioned weather considerations in deciding whether to play an extra spinner. The series is currently tied at 1-1.
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