In the cricket season of 2024-25, the Indian Cricket Team is gearing up for a crucial Australia tour Down Under the FTP.
India is set to embark on a tour of Australia for a five-match Test series scheduled for December and January. While the specific dates for the series are still pending, according to information from Code Sports, the location for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 has been revealed.
The venues for this eagerly awaited series in Australia have been tentatively revealed, though subject to potential changes. The schedule promises a mix of modern and traditional cricket, featuring one day-night Test and four-day Tests.
The series might kick off with the Perth Test, followed by an exciting day-night clash at Adelaide Oval for the second match. The third battle could take place in Brisbane, a ground that witnessed a historic upset during the 2020-21 series when India secured a remarkable victory, breaking Australia’s 32-year streak at the Gabba with Rishabh Pant’s heroic unbeaten 89* in the final innings.
The fourth Test of the series is expected to grace the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), setting the stage for another intense showdown. To wrap up the proceedings, the fifth Test is scheduled at the renowned Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), showcasing the beauty of Test cricket across various Australian landscapes.
Cricket Australia seems to have almost finalized these esteemed venues, emphasizing the importance of this highly anticipated showdown. The competition is set to be fierce, with the India vs Australia Test series holding significant weight in the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25. This adds an extra level of intensity and importance to every match, heightening the stakes for both teams.
India has displayed remarkable dominance in their recent visits to Australia. In 2018, they secured their maiden series victory down under former captain Virat Kohli, and in the subsequent 2020-21 tour under the captaincy of Ajinkya Rahane with Virat Kohli unavailable, even with a second-string team, they made history. The upcoming series sees an inexperienced squad led by Rohit Sharma, aiming for a third consecutive triumph on Australian soil. The team is eager to etch their names in the records once again, building on the legacy of their previous successes under Rohit’s captaincy.
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