Australia's Test record at the Gabba pre- and post-Christmas offers a stunning contrast, which is why the home side's captains in the past have pushed for a match in Brisbane early in the summer rather than in the New Year.
As reported by the Australian Associated Press (AAP), the Aussies have suffered a defeat only seven times in 61 Tests played before Christmas at the Gabba, while they have lost thrice in five Tests played at the venue after Christmas -- two of which have come in the last three years.
