India vs Australia 2024-25: Border-Gavaskar Trophy – Complete Guide
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is back, with India touring Australia for a high-stakes five-match Test series. This time, the series has added significance as both teams aim to secure a spot in the ICC World Test Championship Final (2023-25). Here’s a detailed breakdown of the schedule, venues, squads, and where to watch the action live.
Series Overview
- Start Date: November 22, 2024
- End Date: January 7, 2025
- Venues: Iconic stadiums across Australia
- Trophy at Stake: Border-Gavaskar Trophy
- Teams: India (led by Jasprit Bumrah for the 1st Test) vs. Australia (led by Pat Cummins)
Complete Schedule
Tests Schedule
| Match | Date | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | Nov 22-26, 2024 | 7:50 AM | Perth Stadium, Perth |
| 2nd Test (D/N) | Dec 6-10, 2024 | 9:30 AM | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| 3rd Test | Dec 14-18, 2024 | 5:50 AM | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| 4th Test (Boxing Day) | Dec 26-30, 2024 | 5:00 AM | MCG, Melbourne |
| 5th Test (New Year) | Jan 3-7, 2025 | 5:00 AM | SCG, Sydney |
Warm-up Match
- Prime Minister’s XI vs India A:
Date: Nov 30 – Dec 1, 2024
Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra
Squads
India
- Key Players: Jasprit Bumrah (C), Ravindra Jadeja, Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj, Rishabh Pant
- Unavailable: Rohit Sharma (1st Test), Shubman Gill (Injury)
Australia
- Key Players: Pat Cummins (C), Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Starc, Travis Head
Where to Watch: Live Streaming and Telecast
TV Channels
- India: Star Sports 1 HD/SD, Star Sports 2 HD/SD (English), Star Sports Hindi HD/SD (Hindi commentary)
- Australia: Fox Sports
Live Streaming
- India: Disney+ Hotstar
- Australia: Kayo Sports, Foxtel
Timings
- Toss Timing: 30 minutes before play begins
- Match Start Timing:
- Perth Test: 7:50 AM IST
- Adelaide Test: 9:30 AM IST
- Brisbane Test: 5:50 AM IST
- Melbourne & Sydney Tests: 5:00 AM IST
Key Storylines to Watch
- India seeks its third consecutive Test series win in Australia.
- Challenges for India: Missing key players, including Rohit Sharma for the opener.
- Australia’s top order looks inexperienced; the pressure is on their middle-order stars like Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne.
- Pink Ball Test at Adelaide to test India’s adaptability in D/N conditions.
Conclusion
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 is shaping up to be a thrilling contest, with both teams hungry for victory. Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready for some world-class cricket action!