Legendary cricketer Adam Gilchrist has made his prediction for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 between India and Australia. He anticipates a closely contested series, highlighting the fierce rivalry between the two cricketing powerhouses.
Adam Gilchrist-Ricky Ponting's prediction for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy
India currently holds the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, having dominated Australia in recent years. Despite playing on Australian soil, India has managed to secure victories in their last two tours, showcasing their dominance in the longest format of the game. The five-match Test series is set to begin in Perth on November 22. A day-night Test match will then follow in Adelaide. The series will continue in Brisbane and Melbourne before concluding with the traditional New Year's Test in Sydney, starting on January 7.
Adam Gilchrist believes that India's formidable bowling attack will make the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series highly competitive. He noted that the Indian bowlers will thrive in Australian conditions. While Gilchrist acknowledged India's strength, he expressed his hope for a close contest with Australia ultimately emerging victorious.
“It is going to be another tough series for both teams. Onus is on Australia to prove they are the dominant force at home. India knows how to go away and win overseas. Their fast bowling line-up at the moment is up there, on a par with most around the world. They are going to enjoy the conditions here. Besides, they have a terrifically talented batting line-up. It is going to be very, very even," Adam Gilchrist was quoted saying by TOI via News18.
“Naturally, I am going to say Australia; I hope they get there. But it is too close to call. It will be a close tussle,” Adam Gilchrist added.
India's Comeback Victory in the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Australia dominated the opening Test match of the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar series, securing an eight-wicket victory in Adelaide. India's lowest-ever Test score of 36 runs in the series opener seemed to foreshadow a one-sided contest. However, under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane, the Indian team staged a remarkable comeback.
Despite facing numerous injuries, India managed to win the series 2-1, demonstrating their resilience and determination. The series victory showcased India's ability to overcome adversity and compete at the highest level.
I’m obviously going to tip Australia to win: Ricky Ponting
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes the Australian team is eager to redeem themselves against India after losing the last two home series. He predicted a 3-1 victory for Australia in the upcoming series, highlighting their strong chances of success on home soil.
“I’m obviously going to tip Australia to win, and I’m never going to tip against Australia. So I’m going to say 3-1 to Australia,” Ponting said on the ICC Review via ESPNCricinfo.
Head-to-Head record
Australia hold a clear advantage in the head-to-head record against India in Test cricket. The Men in Yellow have won 45 out of 107 Test matches, while India has secured victories in 32. The remaining 29 matches have ended in draws. Notably, India's dominance over Australia in Test cricket began with their historic series win in the 2018-19 tour, breaking a long streak of unsuccessful attempts on Australian soil.
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