Team India Spend Christmas on the Field Ahead of MCG Test

Indian fans watched from close quarters as Indian team spent their Christmas with a lot of practice ahead of the MCG Test (All images AFP).

Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni takes a moment out for a drink during a tough training session. India trail 2-0 in the series and face the prospect of another series whitewash.

Coach Duncan Fletcher and star batsman Virat Kohli look on during India's training session in MCG.

The spotlight is on Suresh Raina! He could be in the playing XI ahead of Rohit Sharma in MCG.

Team director Ravi Shastri and Dhoni take stock of the events during the practice session.