India coach Gautam Gambhir has confirmed that pacer Akash Deep is ruled out of the fifth and final Test against Australia, starting Friday in Sydney, due to a stiff back. Akash had claimed five wickets in the first two Tests in Brisbane and Melbou e. He was somewhat unlucky not to take more wickets, as several catches were dropped off his bowling during those matches. 'Akash Deep is out with a back issue,' India coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed during the pre-match press conference.

Meanwhile, Australia confirmed that all-rounder Mitchell Marsh will play no part in the series decider due to poor form. Tasmania all-rounder Beau Webster is set to make his Test debut, as announced by Australian captain Pat Cummins during the pre-match press conference.