Team India is preparing for a strong comeback in the five-Test series against Australia starting on Friday. India recently lost the home Test series against New Zealand 0-3, but now with hopes of the World Test Championship final, they would like to leave their previous failure behind.
Meanwhile, former Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Adam Gilchrist has given a positive statement for Indian fans. Speaking to Fox Cricket, he warned Pat Cummins and his team to be careful of India. Gilchrist closely watched the Indian team's training session in Perth and appreciated the courage and preparation of the team.
Gilchrist warns
"They look absolutely excited," Gilchrist said. Looking at their energy and preparation, it seems that they can do wonders this time. Australia has to be cautious. ”
At Perth's WACA ground, India played a three-day intra-squad practice match, which featured a clash between the senior team and India A. The exercise featured big names like Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant and Ravichandran Ashwin.
Rohit Sharma's absence in first Test, Bumrah will take charge
Captain Rohit Sharma will not play in the first Test as he is out of the team due to the birth of his son. In his absence, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will take charge of the team.
Series hat-trick eyes
India would like to forget the previous defeat in this series and make a strong comeback. This series is very important for making a place in the World Test Championship final. The first Test in Perth is a great opportunity for India to find their rhythm and dominate the series.
India's recent performance in Australia has been fantastic. In the last two tours (2018/19 and 2020/21), India made history by winning the series 2–1 consecutively. At the same time, Australia won 2–0 in the captaincy of Michael Clarke in 2014/15.
India will again go down with the intention of repeating their success history and registering another historic win on Australian soil.