The opening Test of the five-match series Australia and India It kicks off on November 22 at Optus Stadium in Perth. Both teams are gearing up for a competitive battle boasting a mix of experience and new talent.
He will lead the Australian team at a high pace Pat Cummins. The team has a strong batting line-up including experienced players like Steve Smith and Osman Khawajaalong with promising talents such as Marnus Labuschagne and Head of Travis. The bowling department is equally huge Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and an off-spinner Nathan Lyon.
India will be missing the services of a regular captain Rohit Sharma in the first Perth Test. stroke order, however, such strong features Virat Kohli and a rising star Yashasvi Jaiswalthe bowling line-up includes seasoned campaigners Ravichandran Ashwin and jasprit bumrah. Depth in both batting and bowling provides India with a balanced approach to the match.
Test statistics and records in Perth
- General Compatibility: 4
- Matches won in first innings: 4
- Matches won in bowling: 0
- Average 1st Innings Score: 456
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 250
- Average 3rd Innings Score: 218
- Average 4th Innings Score: 183
- Most recorded common: 598/4 (152.4 Ovs) vs Australia vs West Indies
- The lowest total recorded was: 89/10 (30.2 Ovs) Australia vs Pakistan
- Lowest score defended: 140/10 (56 Ovs) India vs Australia
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Perth Pitch Report
The pitch report for the Test match between Australia and India at Perth Stadium from November 22 to November 26 shows favorable conditions for fast bowlers. Here’s a summary of what to expect over the next five days:
Day 1 (November 22)
- Condition: Fresh and firm pitch.
- Bowling advantage: Fast bowlers will likely find help with quick pace and bounce.
- Batting Expectations: Batters may struggle initially, but resolve as the day progresses.
Day 2 (November 23)
- Condition: Slightly worn surface.
- Bowling Advantage: Continued support for sailors starting to develop potential for some shifts.
- Batting Expectations: Batters should aim to build partnerships, but early wickets can be crucial.
Day 3 (November 24)
- Condition: It dries, more cracks appear.
- Bowling advantage: As the pitch deteriorates, spinners may start to play a more significant role.
- Batting Expectations: Hitting can become more difficult; teams must adapt their strategies.
Day 4 (November 25)
- Condition: Additional wear and tear with the possibility of uneven bounce.
- Bowling advantage: Spinners can use rough patches while seamers can still be effective.
- Batting Expectations: Teams will need to focus on technique; low-grade batters may struggle.
Day 5 (November 26)
- Condition: Considerably worn, with variable splash.
- Bowling advantage: A bowler’s paradise especially for spinners and movers.
- Batting Expectations: Expected difficult conditions; batting teams must be strong.
Head-to-head record between Australia and India in Test cricket:
- Matches played: 107
- Australia won: 45
- India won: 32
- Draws: 29
- India’s highest total against Australia: 705/7
- India’s lowest total against Australia: 36
- Australia’s highest total against India: 674
- Australia’s lowest total against India: 83
Teams:
Australia: Pat Cummins (c), Nathan McSweeney, Steve Smith, Alex Carey (wk), Travis Bash, Josh Inglis (wk), Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitch Marsh, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Scott Boland
India: Jasprit Bumrah (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, Harshith Rashna, Prasidh Rashna , Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Devdutt Padikkal
Travel supplies: Mukesh Kumar, Navdeep Saini, Khaleel Ahmed
