Australia’s captain, Pat Cummins, has emphasized the importance of neutralizing India’s pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah, in order to secure victory in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Cummins acknowledged Bumrah’s exceptional bowling skills and recognized that silencing him would significantly enhance Australia’s chances of winning the series.
Cummins also expressed confidence in Australia’s ability to draw inspiration from their recent triumphs in the World Test Championship and ODI World Cup finals against India. He believes that these victories will provide a psychological edge for the Australian team.
Despite India’s dominance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy over the past decade, Cummins remains optimistic about Australia’s prospects. He highlighted the absence of Cheteshwar Pujara, India’s former No. 3 batter, as a potential advantage for Australia. Cummins described Pujara as a “real Test cricketer” whose stoic resistance had been a formidable challenge in previous encounters.
Cummins also acknowledged the growing rivalry between India and Australia, comparing it to the iconic Ashes series. He noted that the expansion of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to a five-Test format further intensifies the competition.
Cummins praised India’s reputation for winning away from home, recognizing their exceptional ability to adapt to different conditions. He emphasized that defeating India in their own backyard would be a significant achievement for Australia.
