The much awaited first Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 between Australia and India Kick off on 22 November 2024 at Optus Stadium in Perth. This marks the start of a historic five-match series between these two cricketing giants for the first time since 1991-92.
led Pat CumminsAustralia enter this Test with a strong line-up, despite lacking all-rounders Cameron Green due to injury. The team has experienced players Steve Smith and Osman Khawajaalong with beginners Nathan McSweeneywho is expected to open the batting. Australia’s bowling attack will rely heavily on it Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewoodand Cummins to take advantage of the conditions in Perth, which have traditionally favored pace bowlers.
Will be captained by India jasprit bumrah in his absence Rohit Sharmaunavailable due to personal reasons. There are stars in the team Virat Kohli and Rishabh pantsbut they also face problems with injuries; Shubman GillHis health remains uncertain after injuring his thumb during practice. The Indian bowling team will perform Muhammad Siraj and Ravindra Jadejawill have to do well against the formidable Australian batting order.
India is facing a tough test
India currently holds the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after winning the last four series against Australia. However, they came into this match with disappointment as they lost 3-0 New Zealand at home. On the contrary, they have recent success against Australia India major tournaments, including victories in both World Test Championship and ODI World Cup final last year.
Australia India tour 2024, 1st Test:
- Date and time: November 22, 02:20 GMT/ 10:20 Local/ 07:50 IST
- Location: Optus Stadium, Perth.
Optus Stadium Pitch Report:
For the first Test between Australia and India, the pitch at Optus Stadium in Perth is expected to offer good pace and bounce reminiscent of a traditional WACA pitch. With 8-10mm of grass remaining, fast bowlers are likely to find help early on, especially on Day 1. As the match progresses, the surface will wear and potentially allow for some turns and variable bounces, especially by Day 3. An uneven bounce on days 4 and 5 can make hitting difficult and force players to adjust their technique. Overall, the pitch promises an interesting contest between bat and ball, favoring the fast bowlers initially, but demanding firmness from the batsmen as the conditions develop.
AUS vs IND Dream11 Prediction Options:
- Goalkeepers: KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant
- Pastries: Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Usman Khawaja, Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Comprehensive: Ravindra Jadeja, Mitchell Marsh
- Bowler: Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Jasprit Bumrah
AUS vs IND Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Option 1: Jasprit Bumrah (c), Mitchell Starc (vc)
Option 2: Yashasvi Jaiswal (c), Pat Cummins (vc)
AUS vs IND Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Travis Head, Ravichandran Ashwin, Marnus Labuschagne, Mohammed Siraj
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AUS vs IND Dream11 Team for today’s match (November 22, 02:20 GMT):
Teams:
Australia: Pat Cummins (c), Alex Carey (wk), Usman Khawaja, Nathan McSweeney, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis, Scott Boland
India: Jasprit Bumrah (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Devdutt Padikkal, Virat Kohli, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Reddy, Ravichandran Ashwin, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Sarfaraz Khan, Prasidh Krishna, Harfaraz Khan, Prasidh Krishna , Ravindra Jadeja , Washington Sundar, Abhimanyu Easwaran
