Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25, IND vs AUS test series:?The Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 is set to deliver an exciting cricketing showdown as India and Australia prepare to face each other in a thrilling five-match Test series. Starting on 22nd November in Perth, this historic event is packed with action, featuring top cricketing stars, iconic venues, and plenty of intense moments. Here＊s a detailed guide to the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024, including its schedule, match timings, teams, venues, and live-streaming options.
India will be aiming to secure their third consecutive Test series win in Australia, while also looking to strengthen their position in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. To directly qualify for the WTC Final 2025, set to take place at Lord＊s in June, India needs a commanding 4-0 series victory.
Australia, having defeated India in both the WTC Final 2023 and the 50-over World Cup final, will be determined to reclaim the Border Gavaskar Trophy. This series also marks the first five-match Test series between the two teams in over 30 years, adding to the excitement of this historic rivalry.
| ? Test Match?? | ? Date?? | ? Venue?? | ? Start Time (IST)?? | ? GMT Time?? | ? Match Result?? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Test | ? 22nd每26th November 2024?? | ? Perth?? | ? 7:50 AM?? | ? 2:20 AM?? | ? India won by?295 runs?? |
| Second Test | ? 6th每10th December 2024?? | ? Adelaide?? | ? 9:30 AM?? | ? 4:00 AM?? | ? TBA?? |
| Third Test | ? 14th每18th December 2024?? | ? Brisbane?? | ? 5:50 AM?? | ? 12:20 AM?? | ? TBA?? |
| Fourth Test | ? 26th每30th December 2024?? | ? Melbourne?? | ? 5:00 AM?? | ? 11:30 PM?? | ? TBA?? |
| Fifth Test | ? 3rd每7th January 2025?? | ? Sydney?? | ? 5:00 AM?? | ? 11:30 PM?? | ? TBA?? |
India achieved their biggest-ever victory in Australia on Wednesday. Under the leadership of Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian team delivered an outstanding performance, defeating the Australians by a massive 295 runs at Perth Stadium. The first Test match between India and Australia (IND vs AUS) was packed with intense drama and tough competition. After being dismissed for just 150 runs, India staged an impressive comeback by bowling out Australia for only 104 runs. India then scored an impressive 487 runs, setting a challenging target of 534 for the Aussies.
This win marked the end of a 47-year-old record for India. The previous record for their largest win in Australia was a 222-run victory in Melbourne on 30 December 1977. Another memorable win took place on 26 December 2018, also in Melbourne, where India secured a 137-run triumph.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| ? Rohit Sharma (C)?? | Batter |
| ? Abhimanyu Easwaran?? | ?Batter?? |
| ? Yashasvi Jaiswal?? | ? Batter?? |
| ? Dhruv Jurel?? | ? Wicketkeeper |
| ? Sarfaraz Khan?? | Batter |
| ? Virat Kohli?? | Batter |
| ? Rishabh Pant?? | ? Wicketkeeper?? |
| ? KL Rahul?? | ? Wicketkeeper?? |
| ? Shubman Gill?? | Batter |
| ? Ravichandran Ashwin?? | Allrounder |
| ? Ravindra Jadeja?? | ? Allrounder?? |
| ? Nitish Kumar Reddy?? | ? Allrounder?? |
| ? Washington Sundar?? | ? Allrounder? ?? |
| ? Jasprit Bumrah (VC)?? | ? Bowler?? |
| ? Akash Deep?? | ? Bowler?? |
| ? Harshit Rana?? | ? Bowler?? |
| ? Mohammed Siraj?? | ? Bowler?? |
| ? Prasidh Krishna?? | ? Bowler?? |
The absence of captain Rohit Sharma and batsman Shubman Gill (due to a fractured finger) for the first Test against Australia has prompted the BCCI to retain top-order batter Devdutt Padikkal as a backup, reported in TOI. Padikkal, who was part of the India A squad for two four-day matches, has been asked to stay on.
In Rohit's absence, vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah will lead the Indian team. Rohit informed the BCCI that he requires additional time with his wife following the birth of their second child earlier this week.
Padikkal will join the 18-member squad as a replacement for Rohit Sharma for the opening Test at the Opus Stadium in Perth.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| ? Alex Carey?? | ? Wicketkeeper? ? |
| ? Travis Head?? | Batter |
| ? Josh Inglis?? | ? Wicketkeeper?? |
| ? Usman Khawaja?? | Batter |
| ? Marnus Labuschagne?? | ? Batter?? |
| ? Steven Smith?? | Batter |
| ? Mitchell Marsh?? | Allrounder |
| ? Nathan McSweeney?? | Allrounder |
| ? Pat Cummins (C)?? | Bowler |
| ? Scott Boland?? | ? Bowler?? |
| ? Josh Hazlewood?? | ? Bowler?? |
| ? Nathan Lyon?? | ? Bowler?? |
| ? Mitchell Starc?? | ? Bowler?? |
Iconic Stadiums Hosting the Series
| Stadium | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Perth Stadium, Perth | 61,266 |
| Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 53,500 |
| The Gabba, Brisbane | 37,000 |
| Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne | 100,024 |
| Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney | 48,000 |
Cricket fans can catch the matches live on TV or online streaming platforms.
Fans across the world can check their regional broadcasters or streaming platforms to enjoy live coverage of the series.
Currently, Australia leads the World Test Championship standings with a PCT (Percentage of Points) of 62.50, while India is in second place with 58.33. This series is crucial for India＊s hopes of reaching the WTC Final 2025. To qualify directly, India needs a dominant series victory, with a 4-0 result being their best chance.
The Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 is shaping up to be a historic series between two cricketing giants. With so much at stake for both teams and matches being held at world-renowned venues, this is a series no cricket fan should miss. Stay tuned for all the action and catch every moment live through your preferred platforms!
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a brilliant century on Day 3, helping India reach 275/1 and build a commanding lead of 321 runs in the first Test of a five-match series at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday. Earlier in the day, Mitchell Starc dismissed KL Rahul for the only Indian wicket to fall.
After gaining a 46-run lead in the first innings on Day 2, Jaiswal and Rahul confidently faced the Australian bowling attack. The pair batted through two full sessions, adding 172 runs in 57 overs. Jaiswal＊s determined batting saw him achieve his first century on Australian soil, while KL Rahul played a steady and composed knock, scoring 62 runs off 153 balls before the day ended.
Their unbeaten opening partnership lasted 57 overs, making it the longest by an Indian pair in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) conditions. India will now aim to bat through another session or even the entire third day to take complete control of the match at the Optus Stadium, a venue where Australia hasn＊t lost in the past six years.
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