The fifth day of the Brisbane Test was unexpectedly thrilling, as the hosts Australia and the visitors India both fought their hearts to make the Test match interesting and memorable. In reply to Australia’s 445 total, India were all out for 260 runs in their first innings, as the hosts got a lead of 185 runs. Later, the Aussie top orders collapsed, triggering the hosts' middle order to play faster to make the game on for them. 

With 89/7, Australian captain Pat Cummins declared their innings and set the fourth innings target of 275 runs for India. Initially, the day had at least 54 overs to be bowled, but the rain god made the game uncertain. 

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Australia recorded third lowest declared total

With 89/7, Australia recorded their third-lowest declared total in their Test cricket history. Interestingly, their first three lowest Test innings declaration has been recorded at the Gabba.

Second lowest declared total against India

Meanwhile, it was the second-lowest declared total for any team against India. The record was 68/0 declared by England during the 1981 Delhi Test. 

Lowest declared total for hosts against India

So, while 89/7 is the new lowest declared total for any hosts against India, the previous record was 129/3 declared by Sri Lanka during the 2010 Colombo (SSC) Test.