Border-Gavaskar Trophy: The much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy is going to start in the world of cricket. This five-match series will start with the first Test match between India and Australia in Perth from November 22. The eyes of the whole world are fixed on the performance of both the teams, especially on the Australian squad, in which the coordination of new and experienced players will be seen. Australia has announced its 13-player squad, in which Pat Cummins has been given the responsibility of captaincy.
Nathan McSweeney's entry, ready to openNathan McSweeney has made his place in the Australian team, who attracted everyone's attention with his brilliant batting against India-A. He can play the role of opening with experienced Usman Khawaja. After the retirement of David Warner, the team was looking for a permanent opener, which now seems to be fulfilled in the form of Nathan McSweeney.
Four fast bowlers selected, will get the advantage of the pitchAustralian pitches are traditionally considered to be favorable to fast bowlers, and keeping this in mind, Australia has included four fast bowlers in its squad. These fast bowlers include captain Pat Cummins along with Scott Boland, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood. All these bowlers are famous for their sharp bowling and are fully prepared to give a tough challenge to the Indian batsmen.
Selection of two experienced wicketkeepersThe presence of experienced batsmen like Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head in the Australian team shows the strength of the team. Two wicketkeepers, Alex Carey and Josh Inglis, have also been included in the team. However, the responsibility of wicketkeeping in the first Test match can be given to Alex Carey, but it will be interesting to see which of the two becomes a part of the final playing XI.
Chief selector George Bailey's statement on Nathan McSweeneyAustralia's chief selector George Bailey said about the selection of Nathan McSweeney that his performance and record in domestic cricket has given him a place in this team. George Bailey says, "Nathan has performed brilliantly for South Australia and Australia A, which shows his ability to get a place in the Test team. He is fully prepared to play at the Test level." Bailey also said that this young batsman has the ability, which can prove to be decisive in the upcoming matches.
Australia's squad - first Test match (22-26 November): PerthThe Australian team's squad includes Pat Cummins (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitch Marsh, Nathan McSweeney, Steve Smith, and Mitchell Starc. All these players are ready to give their best performance in the upcoming Test series.
Upcoming schedule of Border-Gavaskar Trophy- First Test: 22-26 November, Perth
- Second Test: 6-10 December, Adelaide
- Third Test: 14-18 December, Brisbane
- Fourth Test: 26-30 December, Melbourne
- Fifth Test: 3-7 January, Sydney
This time, there will be a tough competition between India and Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Both teams will want to maintain their dominance over this trophy, and it will be interesting to see which team wins.