Australia vs India Test Series Schedule Unveiled: Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-2025
Cricket Australia has revealed the schedule for the highly anticipated Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-2025 Test series between Australia and Team India. This edition will witness a historic shift as five matches will be played instead of the usual four, marking the first time since 1991.
Historic 5-Match Series After 32 Years
After a gap of 32 years, the Border Gavaskar Trophy will feature a five-match Test series, offering fans an extended and thrilling contest between two cricketing giants. The last time such a series occurred was in the 1991-1992 season, with Australia emerging victorious with a commanding 4-1 lead.
Tour Details and Day-Night Encounter
Team India’s tour of Australia is scheduled from November 2024 to January 2025. The series opener is set to take place in Perth, with one of the matches designated as a day-night fixture. Ticket sales for these exciting encounters are slated to commence from June 4, allowing fans to secure their spots well in advance.
Australia vs India Test Series Schedule Of Border Gavaskar Trophy
Here’s a breakdown of the schedule for the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-2025 Test series:
| Match | Dates | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | November 22-26 | Perth |
| 2nd Test | December 6-10 (Day-Night) | Adelaide Oval |
| 3rd Test | December 14-18 | Gabba |
| 4th Test | December 26-30 | Melbourne |
| 5th Test | January 3-7 | Sydney |
Series Dominance and Legacy
Named after cricketing legends Alan Border and Sunil Gavaskar, the Border Gavaskar Trophy has seen 16 editions to date, with Team India emerging as the dominant force with 10 victories. The upcoming series promises to uphold the legacy of thrilling encounters and fierce competition between Australia and Team India.
As anticipation builds for this historic Test series, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the announcement of the respective team line-ups, expected to be disclosed in the coming months. With Team India currently leading the World Test Championship 2023-2025 points table, the stage is set for an enthralling battle Down Under
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