Australia was bowled out for 445 on day three at the Gabba, with Jasprit Bumrah taking a six-wicket haul. India's top order crumbled thereafter, ending the day at 51 for 4, with KL Rahul unbeaten on 30 and Rohit Sharma yet to open his account. Rain and bad light hampered play, leaving India trailing by 394 runs and facing a tough battle to avoid defeat.
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