Updated On: 28 October, 2024 02:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
In the previous series, India embarked on a challenging tour of Australia amid the pandemic, with a depleted squad following injuries to key players

Virat Kohli (C) celebrates with teammates as they pose with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after winning the Test series between India and Australia (Pic: AFP)
The much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 will see visitors India aiming to defend their title against a competitive Australian side, with players like Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah leading from the front.
In the previous series, India embarked on a challenging tour of Australia amid the pandemic, with a depleted squad following injuries to key players. Despite these adversities, they secured a historic 2-1 series victory, highlighted by a stunning win at the Gabba, where they chased down a target of 328, marking a remarkable comeback after a humiliating loss in the first Test. Young talents like Rishabh Pant and Mohammed Siraj emerged as pivotal figures, demonstrating India’s depth of talent.