Virat Kohli

India endured a frustrating first day in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia in Perth, slumping to 150 all out by tea.

In a dramatic moment on Day 1 of the first Test between India and Australia in Perth, Rishabh Pant once again showcased his explosive batting skills with a stunning six that left the fans and opposition players in awe.

The Indian cricket team’s decision to bat first in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia in Perth backfired on Friday, as they crawled to a dismal 51 for 4 at lunch on day one.

At just 22 years old, Yashasvi Jaiswal has already scored three centuries and eight half-centuries in 14 Tests, boasting an impressive average of over 56.

India aims for its fifth consecutive Border-Gavaskar Trophy series win, while Australia seeks to reclaim the trophy after a decade. Who will emerge victorious in the first Test?

For India, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series offers an opportunity to not just defend their reputation, but also set the stage for the next generation. For Australia, it’s a chance to avenge recent defeats and reassert their place as one of the world’s top cricketing nations.

As India prepares for the first Test of the 2024 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the team is fine-tuning its lineup, keeping a sharp focus on the pace and bounce that the Optus Stadium pitch in Perth is expected to offer.

Ian Healy suggested the Australian trio of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc should target Virat Kohli's front foot and even resort to "body bashing" with short-pitched deliveries.

ViratKohli, who has been a cornerstone of India's batting for over a decade, has struggled for form in Test cricket recently. In the six matches he's played this year, he has averaged a modest 22.72.

KL Rahul faces a potential setback ahead of India's first Test against Australia after being struck on the elbow during a match simulation, with scans pending.