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As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series between Australia and India heats up, several key developments have emerged. Scott Boland, the Australian pace bowler, has made a strong case to be considered on par with Australia's premier pace trio of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc. Despite being edged out by Hazlewood for the third Test in Brisbane, Boland's recent performance has been impressive. In the second Test in Adelaide, he ended an 18-month Test drought with a five-wicket haul, dismissing all but two of India's top six across both innings.

Captain Pat Cummins has praised Boland, acknowledging his value to the team and hinting at a possible recall for the Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Cummins emphasized that Boland's involvement in the series is not over, given the historical trend of player attrition during Test series.

On the Indian side, the team is grappling with significant first-innings batting woes. In seven Tests this season, India's top seven batters have failed to score any centuries and have recorded 10 ducks. This issue is critical as India prepares for the third Test at the Gabba, a venue where they have fond memories from their previous tour.

India's pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah, is likely to play in the third Test after overcoming a groin injury. Bumrah has been India's standout bowler this summer, taking 12 wickets at an average of 11.25. The team is also considering whether to return captain Rohit Sharma to the top of the order, given his recent form struggles.

Key Points:
- Scott Boland's strong performance in Adelaide.
- Boland's potential recall for the Boxing Day Test.
- India's first-innings batting struggles.
- Jasprit Bumrah's likely return from injury.
- Rohit Sharma's possible return to opening.

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