Former India head coach Ravi Shastri is confident that Team India will secure a hat-trick of series wins against Australia in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). The highly anticipated five-match Test series will commence in November.
Shastri’s Prediction
- Historic Success: Shastri believes India will continue their winning streak, having triumphed in their last two tours of Australia.
- Key Factors: He suggests that India’s success will hinge on strong performances from the batters and maintaining fitness among the bowlers.
Previous Success
- 2021 Achievement: Under Shastri’s coaching, India made history by winning at the Gabba in 2021, a victory that marked a significant moment in Indian cricket.
Upcoming Series Details
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy series will follow this schedule:
- 1st Test: November 22-26, Perth Stadium, Perth
- 2nd Test: December 6-10, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
- 3rd Test: December 14-18, The Gabba, Brisbane
- 4th Test: December 26-30, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
- 5th Test: January 3-7, Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
Challenges and Anticipations
- Australian Revenge: Shastri acknowledges that Australia will be eager to reclaim the trophy, given their strong bowling attack and all-round capabilities.
- Battle of Strengths: He emphasizes that the series will feature a clash between India’s batting prowess and Australia’s formidable fast bowlers.