India is set to embark on a highly anticipated tour of Australia later this year, where they will face Pat Cummins’ Australian side in a gripping five-Test series. The stakes are high as India aims to secure a historic third consecutive series win Down Under, a feat never before accomplished by any visiting team.
The journey towards this remarkable goal began in 2020/21 when Virat Kohli’s India became the first Asian team to win a Test series on Australian soil. That victory was a defining moment for Indian cricket. The follow-up series two years later was even more dramatic, as an injury-depleted Indian side defied all odds to win 2-1, securing a second consecutive series victory in Australia.
This time, India will be led by Rohit Sharma, who carries both the weight of expectation and the legacy of previous successes. However, the challenge will be formidable. Australian cricket greats, including former captain Ricky Ponting, have expressed doubts about India’s ability to replicate their past performances, suggesting that this series could be their toughest yet.
Australia’s all-rounder Cameron Green recently spoke about the intense rivalry between the two teams. “It’s always an amazing rivalry,” Green said on Star Sports. “I’m sure this series won’t be any less intense.” He emphasized the importance of each match in the World Test Championship (WTC) race, stating, “Every single point is crucial.”
Green also hinted that the series could serve as a potential preview for the next WTC final, adding, “If it is a preview for a World Test Championship final again, we’ll be trying to gather as much information as possible to win.”
Let’s see who wins the BGT?
