New Delhi: The age-old rivalry between India and Australia that they share in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy will take centre stage starting from November 22 as India will tour down under for five Tests. The series would also bring forth the exciting player rivalry between Virat Kohli and Mitchell Starc, two of the greats from their respective sides who are known to turn things around with their prowess.
Starc recently reminisced about his on-field battles with Kohli that he has had over the years, something that the hardcore Test cricket fans have admired for quite a long time. The ferocious spells of Starc with the red ball breathe fire on the pitch and if missed, the timber surely goes for a cartwheel. Then comes Kohli, who is well-documented for his power hitting, known to take bowlers like Starc and Josh Hazlewood to the cleaners.
In an exclusive chat with Star Sports, Starc reflected on his rivalry with Kohli saying, “I enjoy my battles with Virat Kohli, it’s because we’ve played a lot of cricket against one another. I always have some good battles. I’ve managed to get him out once or twice and he’s no doubt scored a fair few runs against me so it’s always a good contest and one we both enjoy.”
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Test treat
The anticipation is building for the Men in Blue taking on the Kangaroos in what many consider the most intense rivalry between the two nations. Kohli’s on-field aggression, specially while being a visitor in the nation, has always been the key highlight of the series, whether ending in a losing or winning side. The series promises to be a thrilling contest as the top two nations of the world in Test cricket will be head to head for not one but five games.
The series kicks off on November 22 with the first Test in Perth and will host the upcoming games in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne (Boxing Day Test), and the final Test in Sydney scheduled to conclude on January 7, 2025.
Virat Kohli has been one of the most promising batters for India in their age-old rivalry with Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Mitchell Starc recently reflected on his rivalry with one of the greats. Cricket Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
