It took every last sinew of energy and self-belief, but Australia battled its way to a sorely needed victory over India in an MCG Test that will be forever remembered for its theatre, skill and controversy.

Commentary on the 5th Test is live from Sydney starting Thursday 2nd January from 11pm on 5 Sports Extra and BBC Sounds.

Australia have sealed the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) to gain a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. The visitors were folded for 155 in the final session of the game while chasing 340.

MELBOURNE: The Melbourne Cricket Ground set a new attendance record for a Test match in Australia during the fourth Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test, GeoSuper reported.373,691 fans filled the

Australia defeated India in the fourth match at the MCG to almost guarantee their place in the WTC final after staying second in table

Australia bowl India out for 155 in the fourth Test to take a 2-1 lead in the series with one match remaining.

A row about cheating broke out as Australia beat India in the final session of a gripping and controversial Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, to take a 2-1 lead in the series.

Australia have taken seven wickets in the final session to defeat India by 184 runs in a classic MCG Test and go 2-1 up in the Border-Gavaskar series.