India and Australia Set for Intense Border-Gavaskar Trophy Opener in Perth
Jasprit Bumrah leads India in Rohit Sharma's absence, as both teams prepare for a highly anticipated five-match Test series.
- Jasprit Bumrah will captain India for the first Test in Perth, with Rohit Sharma on leave after the birth of his second child.
- Australia's Pat Cummins aims to end a decade-long series drought against India, emphasizing the significance of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for his team.
- India seeks redemption following a 0-3 series defeat to New Zealand, while Australia looks to solidify their dominance at home after recent successes in other formats.
- Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal expressed excitement for his first tour of Australia, drawing inspiration from Virat Kohli and preparing for challenging conditions.
- Uncapped Australian opener Nathan McSweeney will debut, replacing retired David Warner, with Cummins advising him to focus on his own playing style.























































