India vs Australia: Border-Gavaskar Trophy Begins with First Test in Perth
The much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia is set to begin with the first Test match in Perth. Originally, India planned a warm-up game against India A at the WACA stadium, but the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) decided to cancel it. Instead, the Indian team will focus on training, including net sessions and match simulations.
Steve Smith, an Australian cricketer, mentioned that practicing at the WACA will help prepare for the conditions at Optus Stadium. India had previously played warm-up matches against local teams before their last two tours in Australia.
The Indian squad, led by captain Rohit Sharma and vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah, will depart for Australia after their current Test series against New Zealand. The Border-Gavaskar series will start on November 22 in Perth, followed by Tests in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney.
India A, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, was supposed to play against the senior Indian team but will now focus on their unofficial Tests against Australia A. The Indian squad includes notable players like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant.
| Test Schedule |
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| First Test: November 22, Perth |
| Second Test: December 6-10, Adelaide (Day-Night) |
| Third Test: December 14-18, Brisbane |
| Fourth Test: December 26-30, Melbourne |
| Fifth Test: January 3-7, Sydney |
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Border-Gavaskar Trophy -: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is a series of cricket matches played between India and Australia. It is named after two famous cricketers, Allan Border from Australia and Sunil Gavaskar from India.
Test -: A Test match is a type of cricket game that is played over five days. It is the longest form of cricket and is considered the most challenging.
Perth -: Perth is a city in Australia where the first Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy will be played. It is known for its beautiful beaches and parks.
Warm-up game -: A warm-up game is a practice match that teams play before the main series to get used to the conditions and improve their skills.
Rohit Sharma -: Rohit Sharma is a famous Indian cricketer and the captain of the Indian cricket team for this series. He is known for his excellent batting skills.
Virat Kohli -: Virat Kohli is a well-known Indian cricketer and former captain of the Indian team. He is famous for his aggressive batting style and leadership.
KL Rahul -: KL Rahul is an Indian cricketer who plays as a batsman. He is known for his stylish batting and versatility on the field.
