India's Jasprit Bumrah, dealing with back spasms, did not play in Australia's chase on Day 3 of the fifth Test in Sydney. Despite a valiant 61 from Rishabh Pant, India were dismissed for 157. With a 2-1 series lead,

After a poor start with 4 quick wickets, India managed only 161 runs. However, they could still secure victory if they bowl accurately. A win would mark their first batting first at the SCG and the 5th lowest total defended in its history.