India vs Australia 2024

The India vs Australia Test series, also known as the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, has become one of the most exciting and fiercely contested cricket series. This trophy has witnessed some legendary performances and unforgettable matches, as both teams bring the best out of each other. The 2024-25 Ind vs Aus Test series promises to be no different, with India touring Australia for five Tests starting Nov 22 with the first Test to be played in Perth.

The first series of Border-Gavaskar Trophy was played in 1996 to commemorate the cricketing legacies of Sunil Gavaskar and Allan Border. Since then, it has grown into a prestigious series that holds a special place in the hearts of cricket fans.

Overview

First series (1996): The first India vs Australia Test series for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy took place in India. India claimed victory, setting the stage for many competitive series to follow.

Historic moments: Memorable series include India’s famous 2001 home win in which they overcame a follow-on to defeat Australia, and the thrilling 2004-05 series where Australia won their last series in India.

Recent dominance by India: In recent years, India has taken the upper hand, winning the last four Border-Gavaskar Trophies, including two historic series victories in Australia (2018-19 and 2020-21). The last time Australia won the trophy was in 2014-15 at home.

Schedule of the 2024-25 Ind vs Aus Test Series

The upcoming Ind vs Aus series consists of five Test matches, each to be played in iconic venues across Australia. Here’s the full schedule with match timings:

1st Test

Dates: November 22-26, 2024
Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth
Timings: 7:50 AM IST

2nd Test (Day-Night)

Dates: December 6-10, 2024
Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Timings: 9:30 AM IST

3rd Test

Dates: December 14-18, 2024
Venue: Brisbane Cricket Ground, Brisbane
Timings: 5:50 AM IST

4th Test (Boxing Day Test)

Dates: December 26-30, 2024
Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
Timings: 5:00 AM IST

5th Test

Dates: January 3-7, 2025
Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
Timings: 5:00 AM IST

This series will be part of the World Test Championship cycle, with both teams aiming to earn crucial points. Each Test venue brings its unique challenges, from the fast-paced pitches in Perth and Brisbane to the traditional spin-friendly surface at the SCG.

Squads for the Ind vs Aus Series Matches

India have announced an 18-member squad for the Australia tour led by Rohit Sharma, who is likely to miss the first Test in Perth because of personal reasons. If he does then Jasprit Bumrah will lead the team. Australia have announced their squad for the first Test.

India Test squad for BGT: Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (wk), KL Rahul (wk), Shubman Gill, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah (vc), Akash Deep, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

Australia 1st Test squad: Alex Carey (wk), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Mitchell Marsh, Nathan McSweeney, Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc

How to follow the India vs Australia Series

Fans can catch every moment of the action with live updates and scorecards across multiple platforms:

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Where to Watch the India vs Australia Series

In India, fans can watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network, with streaming available on Disney+ Hotstar.

India vs Australia: What is at stake?

The Ind vs Aus series would have implications on the World Test Championship standings for both teams. As India and Australia battle it out, each Test match can have a major impact on their rankings, with both sides striving to qualify for the WTC final. The pressure would be high on India after their 3-0 home drubbing at the hands of New Zealand. In order to make it to the WTC finals, India need to win four matches in the series.

Memorable moments in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Over the years, the India vs Australia series has produced some unforgettable moments:

2001 Kolkata Test: India won after following on, with VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid’s record partnership.

2004-05 Series: Australia last won a series in India, clinching it 2-1.

2018-19 and 2020-21 series in Australia: India made history with back-to-back series wins, including a dramatic final Test victory at the Gabba in 2021.

The 2024-25 Ind vs Aus Test series promises to be a thrilling contest, featuring some of the best Test players in world cricket. With high stakes, passionate fan support and historic venues, this India vs Australia series will be a memorable event for cricket enthusiasts. For live coverage, check Crickit for ind vs aus live score updates, detailed live scorecards, and more insights into each India vs Australia match.