The biggest of all rivalries in cricket is between India and Australia in Test cricket. Over the years, we have witnessed some unforgettable matches. More so, the competition has been fierce in the 21st Century. Since we are amid a Border-Gavaskar Trophy that has lived up to the hype every single time, let’s take a look at the top 5 India vs Australia test matches in the 21^st century. 

1. Kolkata Test, 2001

The 2001 Kolkata Test is often called the greatest test match in cricket history. Some cricket pundits also refer to it as ‘The Miracle at Eden Gardens’ 

India were battered and bruised and up against the strongest Australian side ever. After the loss in the first match of the 2001 IND vs AUS test series, India were reeling and staring at a humiliating defeat after being asked to follow on. 

India found two heroes in VVS Laxman (281) and Rahul Dravid (180) who forged a legendary 376-run partnership to turn the game on its head. 

India needed another miracle with the ball. Cometh the hour cometh the man – Harbhajan Singh! Harbhajan Singh took a historic hat-trick to crush Aussie to seal a sensational 171-run victory. What a great comeback it was! 

2. Gabba Test, 2021

This is the most recent and one of India’s greatest overseas wins in test cricket. Gabba Stadium in Birsbane has been an impregnable fortress for the Australian Cricket Team for a long time, and before this test, they had not lost here for 32 years.

In the fourth innings, India were facing an uphill task of chasing down a mammoth 328. Rishabh Pant (89 not out) and Cheteshwar Pujara led the charge for India. After a long resistance and hard-fought day 5, India managed to do the unthinkable and breach the Gabba fortress. 

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3. Mohali Test, 2010

The Mohali test in 2010 is remembered by cricket fans for a nervy, nail-biting finish. It was one of the rare tests where the tailenders and lower-order batting helped India win the match.

In the fourth Innings, India were reeling at 124/8 in pursuit of a 216-run target. VVS Laxman, renowned as Very Very Special Laxman for a reason among the Australian cricket fraternity, stood between Aussies and their rare chance of victory on Indian soil. 

VVS battled with injury and guided the likes of Ishant Sharma (31 off 92 balls) and Pragyan Ojha, farming strike and eventually winning the match for Team India.

4. Perth Test, 2008

Perth Test 2008 is another fairytale win for the Indian cricket team. Against all odds and at WACA, Perth—a venue where Aussie had not lost in over a decade – India scripted history with a spirited performance.

At the start of the test match, India were 0-2 down in the series. Also, there was the outbreak of the infamous Monkeygate scandal before the match that made Indian cricketers villains by the Australian media.

The match-winning contributions from Irfan Pathan and a swing-bowling masterclass by RP Singh helped India to a memorable victory.

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5. Adelaide Test, 2020

India faced a humiliating defeat at the hands of Australia and were bowled out for their lowest team total in Test cricket of 36. The turnaround after is what makes the Adelaide Test the most cherishing.

With Virat Kohli not available for the match and injury-hit squad, India had to make several changes. It looked like that another embarrassing defeat was a certainty. 

India coach Ravi Shastri gathered the team and said: ‘Wear this 36 like a badge on your sleeves and you will be a great team’. And, the rest is history!

Ajinkya Rahane led India to a famous win with exceptional performances from debutants like Shubman Gill and Mohammed Siraj. 

What a dream test series it was for the Indian cricket team fans!

India vs Australia Test Results in 21st Century

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