The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with both teams eager to prove their dominance. Aussie opener Travis Head has acknowledged the formidable challenge posed by the Rohit Sharma-led Indian side, but remains confident in his team’s abilities.
India has emerged as a formidable force in the series, having won the last four encounters against Australia, including two victories on Australian soil. This has shifted the balance of power in India’s favor, with the team winning the BGT 10 times compared to Australia’s five.
Head, however, is not ready to label India as favorites. He believes that the Aussies have played against them enough to understand their strengths and weaknesses. The 30-year-old has been in impressive form in recent years and is eager to contribute to his team’s success.
“I don’t feel like they’re my favorite. I just feel like we play them enough, play them lots. And, I guess the last couple of years I’ve been in nice form. So yeah, being able to, to play well, it’s always nice. It’s not hard to get up for the contest. It’s hugely competitive. Yeah, it’s easier to get up for the game. So I wouldn’t say they’re my favorites,” Head said.
Despite acknowledging India’s strength, Head remains optimistic about Australia’s chances. He believes that the team has the potential to perform well and is looking forward to a successful summer.
“They’re extremely difficult but it’s been nice to play well in a couple of games and looking forward to preparing well and being ready to go and…hope hopefully I can contribute to what’s a successful summer for us,” he added.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy will commence on November 22 with the first Test at Perth. The series will feature a day-night Test at Adelaide Oval, a traditional Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, and a thrilling finale at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
