As the highly anticipated Test cricket series between Australia and India approaches, cricket fans around the world are gearing up for an intense battle between two cricket powerhouses.
With both teams vying for a spot in the World Test Championship final, the stakes are high and the competition is expected to be fierce.
In this comprehensive guide, we delve into everything you need to know about this summer’s Test series.
When and where are the Test matches?
The upcoming Test series will feature five matches between Australia and India, taking place at various iconic cricket grounds:
- First Test: Perth, Perth Oval — November 22-26
- Second Test: Adelaide, Adelaide Oval — December 6-10
- Third Test: Brisbane, Gabba — December 14-18
- Fourth Test: Melbourne, MCG — December 26-30
- Fifth Test: Sydney, SCG — January 3-7
How can I watch the Test cricket?
The Test series will be broadcast on both free-to-air and pay-television networks.
Channel Seven and Fox Sports will cover all five Tests, with online streaming available through 7Plus and Kayo.
ABC Sport will provide extensive digital and audio coverage of the cricket action this summer.
Stay updated with live ball-by-ball commentary on the ABC Sport live blog, and listen to the matches on ABC Radio or via the ABC listen App.
What are Australia and India playing for?
The Test series between Australia and India is contested for the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Named after two cricketing legends, the trophy symbolizes the competitive spirit and rich history of Test cricket.
Allan Border, a cricketing icon, led Australia in 93 Test matches, transforming the team into a dominant force in international cricket.
With 27 centuries and over 11,000 runs, Border’s legacy in Test cricket is unparalleled.
Sunil Gavaskar, an Indian cricket legend, was a prolific batter known for his consistency and skill at the crease.
Having scored over 10,000 runs in Test cricket, Gavaskar’s contributions to Indian cricket are immeasurable.
When did Australia and India last play a Test against each other?
The last Test match between Australia and India took place in the 2023 World Test Championship final at the Oval in London.
Australia emerged victorious, claiming the title of World Test Champions after a dominant performance against India.
While the women’s teams competed in a Test match last Christmas, this upcoming series marks the first men’s Test encounter between the two nations since the championship final.
Australia’s triumph in the final solidified their status as a cricketing powerhouse, while India’s quest for Test glory continues.
When are the women’s games?
In addition to the men’s Test series, Australia’s women’s team will face off against India in three ODIs next month.
Following the series against India, Australia will take on New Zealand in a series of 50-over games before the highly anticipated Women’s Ashes commences.
When did Australia last defeat India in a Test series?
Australia’s last Test series victory against India was in the summer of 2014-15, when they secured a 2-0 win on home soil.
Despite the challenges and emotional turmoil surrounding the series, Australia’s resilience and determination led them to a historic triumph.
Since then, India has dominated the Test series between the two nations, showcasing their strength and skill on the cricket field.
What are the best moments between Australia and India?
This summer, cricket enthusiasts have the opportunity to relive and celebrate the top moments in Australia’s cricket history against India.
With a poll underway to determine the most memorable moments, fans can engage and reminisce about the iconic clashes between these two cricketing giants.