The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is one of cricket’s most fiercely contested test series. The 2024-25 edition has kept fans on the edge with great talents showcasing their skills and prowess. Let’s look at the most exciting young talents who are lighting up the BGT this time.
1. Yashasvi Jaiswal
In the short career span, Yashasvi Jaiswal has made a name for himself on the International cricket circuit. Before the start of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the 22-year-old opening batsman has amassed 1,407 runs in 14 Tests at a staggering batting average of 56.28. These stats speak volumes about the mental aspect of Jaiswal’s batting. On his first tour Down Under, Jaiswal enters Australia under immense expectations but that’s what the greats do. They thrive under challenging circumstances and etch their names in history.
Nitish Reddy is a fast bowling all-rounder the Indian Cricket Team was always on the lookout for. His batting style has already put him in the spotlight. Now the ICT fans hope he does as well as the ball in hand to give India an edge and could well become a defining player in the BGT 2024-25 series.
Akash Deep has grabbed whatever limited opportunities he has received with both hands. With Mohd Siraj not at his wicket-taking best and Mohammed Shami missing out due to injury, Akash Deep is seen as the fast bowling partner who can ably support Indian bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. His debut series against England at home earlier this year where he claimed wickets on spin-friendly wickets was impressive. Cricket fans hope that Akash adapts to pace-friendly pitches and helps the Indian bowling unit.
Harshit Rana is another fast bowler Indian fans have high hopes from. Harshit Rana is a fiery and exciting fast-bowling prospect who was fast-tracked into the Indian cricket red-ball setup after just ten first-class matches, where he scalped 43 wickets at an average of 24.00. His growth and performance in Kolkata Knight Riders’ IPL 2024 victory gave fans a glimpse of what he can offer. Let’s hope Harshit turns out to be a game-changer on Australia’s pacy and bouncy pitches.
Nathan McSweeney is Australia’s designated opening batsman for BGT 2024-25. With big shoes to fill of legendary opener David Warner, the 25-year-old would be under tremendous pressure to deliver in the high-octane India vs Australia Test series. Prior to the test series, he put on some gritty performances for Australia A against India A, including an unbeaten 88 in a clutch fourth-innings chase.
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Nathan McSweeney Stats
(Stats as of 5 December 2024)
Format
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Bat Average
SR
100
50
Tests
1
10
10
5.00
58.82
0
0
First Class (FC)
35
2,262
127*
37.08
41.98
6
12
List A
22
845
137
42.25
81.95
1
8
T20s
18
428
84
26.75
112.92
0
2
There is a lot of buzz around the new names who are playing the coveted Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first. Which youngster do you think will make his mark?
Named after two legends, India’s Sunil Gavaskar and Australia’s Allan Border, the Border-Gavaskar series is the test-series played between India and Australia. Some of the matches played in this series have become part of the cricket folklore, producing moments that feel like they are out of big Hollywood movie. Indeed, the tales of head-to-head battle between Sachin Tendulkar and Shane Warne feels like the zenith of rivalry, but player such as Hanuma Vihari and Pragyan Ojha also played their part in some historical moments in this series.
History of Border-Gavaskar Series
Though India and Australia played the first test match over a century ago, it was only in 1996-97 when the test series between these two nations was named after the two greats of cricket.
The first-ever test match in the Border-Gavaskar series was played from October 10-14 at the Feroz Shah Kotla Ground in Delhi. Most notably, it was Sachin Tendulkar’s first series as captain and he was off to a flying start as captain as India won the match by seven wickets.
Brief scorecard
Australia 1st Innings: 182 (73 Overs) – Anil Kumble 4/63
India 1st Innings: 361 (131.4 overs) – Nayan Mongia 152
Australia 2nd innings: 234 (108.3 overs) – Anil Kumble 5/67
India 2nd Innings: 58/3 (13.2 overs)
Result: India won by 7 wickets.
Since the first Border-Gavaskar Series, both nations have played a total of 16 test series – nine in India and seven in Australia, excluding the ongoing five-test match series which India are leading 1-0. Here’s the list of Border-Gavaskar series and winners list:
Season
Host
Tests
India
Australia
Draw
Winner
1996-97
India
1
1
0
0
India
1997-98
India
3
2
1
0
India
1999-2000
Australia
3
0
3
0
Australia
2000-01
India
3
2
1
0
India
2003-04
Australia
4
1
1
2
Drawn
2004-05
India
4
1
2
1
Australia
2007-08
Australia
4
1
2
1
Australia
2008-09
India
4
2
0
2
India
2010-11
India
2
2
0
0
India
2011-12
Australia
4
0
4
0
Australia
2012-13
India
4
4
0
0
India
2014-15
Australia
4
0
2
2
Australia
2016-17
India
4
2
1
1
India
2018-19
Australia
4
2
1
1
India
2020-21
Australia
4
2
1
1
India
2022-23
India
4
2
1
1
India
There’s never a dull moment, and the temperature soars high when these two cricket giants line up to face each other. It’s hard to pick one game over the other when the history is full of heart-wrenching and incredible moments in the India vs Australia matches. But we have listed down games that are part of cricket annals. Now let’s take a look at the Best Border-Gavaskar Matches of All Time.
Arguably the greatest Test match ever played, the Kolkata Test of 2001 redefined Indian cricket forever. India lost the first test match in a one-sided affair and were forced to follow on with a 274-run deficit in the 2nd test match in Kolkata. The great Sachin Tendulkar departed for only 10, leaving India reeling at 115/3. Captain Sourav Ganguly added 117 runs with VVS Laxman for the 5th wicket, but the latter departed after making 48 runs. At that stage, India were still behind by 52 runs. The fact that India also needed to score runs to put up a decent total for Australia, India’s chances looked bleak.
But enter VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid. The duo fought not only against the likes of legendary bowlers such as Glenn McGrath and Shane Warne, but also against insurmountable odds. The duo added 376-run partnership which turned the game on its head.
Laxman scored an unforgettable 281, while Dravid added 180. India declared at 657/7, setting Australia a daunting 384 to win. Harbhajan Singh’s magical off-spin destroyed Australia, and India pulled off an incredible 171-run victory.
2. Perth, 2008
The 2008 Perth Test was more than just a cricket match; it was India’s pride. This match came after the infamous “Monkeygate” incident that marred the Sydney game. India arrived in Perth with a point to prove.
Australia added Shaun Tait, who could bowl at 160 KMPH, to their squad for the Perth test. But the Indian team showed grit and determination.
On a pitch renowned for its pace and bounce, India posted 330 runs in the first innings, thanks to big scores from Rahul Dravid (93) and Sachin Tendulkar (71). India’s bowling unit, consisted of young bowlers such as RP Singh, Irfan Pathan and Ishant Sharma, ripped through Australia’s batting line-up, bowling the hosts out for just 212 runs.
India scored 294 runs in the 2nd innings and set Australia a challenging 413 to win. Despite Michael Clarke’s fighting innings, India recoded a historic 72-run victory. India also broke Australia’s 16-match winning streak for the second time.
3. Brisbane, 2021
The Gabba had been Australia’s fortress for 32 years until the Indian team, ravaged by injuries, recorded an unlikely win. This was the fourth match of the 2020-21 series and a series decided after Australia and India’s win in the first and second test. Third test match, on the other hand, ended in a draw.
Australia batted first and posted 369 runs in the first innings, thanks to a brilliant century from Manus Labuschagne. India were reeling at 186-6 but a 123-run stand between Washington Sundar and Shardul Thakur helped India reach 336 runs in their first innings.
A five-wicket haul from Mohammed Shami and a four-wicket spell from Shardul Thakur rattled the Australian batting unit in the 2nd innings. The hosts were eventually bowled out for 294 runs, giving India a target of 327 runs to win.
India, led by Shubman Gill’s fearless 91 and Rishabh Pant’s scintillating unbeaten 89, achieved the unthinkable as the visitors won the game by three wickets. This victory not only helped India win the series 2-1 but also added a new chapter to India’s cricket history.
4. Chennai, 2001
After a historic win in the Kolkata test, India headed to Chennai for the final test looking to hand Australia a rare series defeat in tests.
However, the Australians, like always, showed grit and showed resilience as they posted 391 runs in the first innings, with Matthew Hayden scoring 203 runs.
But India had all the momentum from the Kolkata Test and it showed in their batting approach as five of the top-six Indian batsmen scored at least a fifty, led by Sachin Tendulkar who scored 126 runs.
In the 2nd Innings, Australia were bowled out for just 264 runs, setting India a 155-run target on a challenging pitch. India’s top-order collapsed as three of the top-six batsmen failed to touch the double-digit mark. But India somehow managed to cross the line and won the game by two wickets.
5. Melbourne, 2020
Heading into the 2nd test of their 2020-21 Border Gavaskar series down under, there weren’t many expectations from Indian team. After all, Kohli’s team was bowled out for only 36 runs in the 2nd innings of the first test match in Adelaide. Indeed, expectations were low, but just like the 2001 Kolkata Test, India defied the odds once again.
India bowled Australia out for 195 runs in the first innings and posted 326 themselves to take a lead of 131 runs going into the 2nd innings. India’s bowlers didn’t let the Aussies breathe again as hosts were bundled out for only 200 runs in the third innings. It was only formalities then as India chased down 70 runs without any difficulty, winning the game by 8 wickets.
This test will always be remembered for Ajinkya Rahane’s magnificent 112-run innings and his superb captaincy that changed India’s fortune in this series.
6. Adelaide, 2003
India cricket team was never a good traveler. Their record in overseas test series was poor to say the least. But in 2023, that tag of being poor travelers changed for good. It was the 2nd test match of the 2003-04 test series in Australia. After conceding 556 in first innings, courtesy of Ricky Ponting’s 242, India responded with a magnificent batting display of their own, posting 523 runs, thanks to superb centuries from Rahul Dravid (233) and VVS Laxman (148).
In the 3rd innings, Ajit Agarkar produced a fiery display of bowling, picking up six wickets as Australia were bundled out for just 196 runs. Dravid top-scored for India once again with 72 runs and India recorded a memorable four-wicket victory.
7. Mohali, 2010
The first Test of the 2010 series in Mohali had everything one can imagine. Big 1st innings totals, batting failure and a close escape. But the match ended in India’s win, in a one-wicket win only. Unlike white-ball cricket, if a test match comes down to a one-wicket, then you can be sure of a script like a Hollywood movie.
Australia made 428 runs in the first innings and India responded with 405 runs. But a batting collapse in the 3rd innings, with Aussies getting bowled out for just 192 runs, gave India a chance to win the match.
It was, however, anything but a straightforward chase. While chasing 216 runs to win, India found themselves reeling at 124/8. Victory seemed out of reach.
However, VVS Laxman, battling back spasms, and Ishant Sharma strung together a 81-run partnership for the 9th wicket. When Sharma departed, India still needed 11 more runs to win. Pragyan Ojha managed to survive and helped India clocked a one-wicket win.
8. Pune, 2017
Indian team struggling against the spin at home is a rare sight. But in 2017, Australia’s Steve O’Keefe made Indian batsmen look like amateur players. It was the first test of the four-match series. Australia batted first and could manage only 260 runs in the first innings. Indeed, India were in a commanding position but it didn’t take long for the Aussies to take command. India were bundled out for just 105 runs in the first innings, with 8 batsmen failing to reach double-digit.
India’s fortune didn’t change in the 2nd innings as Virat Kohli and Co were bowled out for only 107 runs in the 2nd innings. At the centre of India’s massive failure was Steve O’Keefe who took six wickets in each of the two innings. The defeat also ended India’s 19-match unbeaten streak in Tests.
Conclusion
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is not just another test series, but also an emotion and resilience that define Test cricket.
From Harbhajan’s hat-trick and Dravid-Laxman’s epic partnerships, to the incredible series win down under, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy continues to produce moments that remain etched in the hearts of cricket fans worldwide.
If you think we have left out a match that should be part of the conversation, then do let us know in the comments.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia is one of the biggest challenges for the Indian Cricket Team. The Australian Cricket Team boasts an exceptional and proven bowling attack. The likes of Nathan Lyon, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood have been around for years now and their potency on Australian soil is at its peak. Let’s take a look at the most feared Australian bowlers and their extraordinary stats against India, at home and in their careers.
Most Test Wickets for Australian Bowlers against India (in Australia)
Since 1996 – the start of BGT trophy, Stats as of 5 December
Nathan Lyon is the highest wicket-taker for Australia in Tests against India at home, with 62 wickets in 17 matches thus far. The pace trio of Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, and Pat Cummins also feature in the top 10 bowlers with most wickets against India at home. The quartet can pose challenges for Team India in the 2025 edition of BGT and India batters must be wary of them.
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Most Test Wickets for Australia at Home since 2000
Virat Kohli is one of the most prolific batsmen in cricket history. He is referred to as a run machine for his knack of scoring runs day in and out, and shattering run-scoring records all day. Since his International debut, consistency across all formats has been one of the hallmarks of Virat Kohli’s batting. Over the years, there have been many memorable Virat Kohli innings in Australia that have entertained cricket fans. Without any further ado, let’s look at Virat Kohli’s Stats in Australia across all formats.
Virat Kohli Test Stats in Australia
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Batting Average
100s
Overall
119
9145
254*
48.13
30
In Australia
14
1457
169
56.03
7
Virat Kohli’s Test Match-by-Match List in Australia
We are in the midst of the fiercely contested Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-24. Over the years, BGT has redefined the meaning of “TEST Cricket”. India’s Down Under tours have been full of challenges and moments of glory.
Here’s looking at the moments of sheer brilliance and celebrating the most memorable performances by Indian cricketers in Australia.
Cheteshwar Pujara (2018-19)
Cheteshwar Pujara’s Player of the Series (POTS) performance in 2018-19 is one of the most celebrated performances by an Indian batter in Australia. Match after match, Pujara stood as a wall for India to blunt the Australian bowling attack. He scored 521 runs at an impressive 74.42 batting average, studded with three centuries.
Anil Kumble – 8/141 (2004)
Anil Kumble produced a magical bowling spell in Sydney (2004) to claim 8 wickets for 141 runs. In the contest for the ages where a win was out of reach, Jumbo pushed Aussie back to secure a hard-fought draw for India.
Fast bowling wizard Jasprit Bumrah produced a dream spell in 2018 during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. The young and raw Bumrah was too much for the Aussies to handle and set up a historic test series triumph down under.
Rishabh Pant – 89 in Brisbane (2021)
The most recent performance in this list is Rishabh Pant’s 89 in Brisbane which is fresh in cricket fans’ memories. Rishabh Pant broke the Australian spirit, chasing down a 300+ total in the fourth inning at the Aussie fortress and etched his name as the greatest Indian wicket-keeper batsman in test cricket.
The legendary Sachin Tendulkar displayed incredible discipline for a long period of time. Before this marathon knock of 241 in Sydney (2004), Tendulkar was having trouble playing off-side deliveries and getting out in a similar fashion. The master blaster refrained from playing off drives throughout and anchored India’s response to Australia’s total to help secure a draw. It is the highest Test score by an Indian batsman in Australia.
Rahul Dravid – 233 in Adelaide (2003)
Rahul Dravid is regarded as one of India’s best batsmen in test format. His knock of 233 in Adelaide helped set up a rare India win on Australian shores and is regarded as one of the best-ever performances in Australia.
Virat Kohli – 115 & 141 in Adelaide (2014)
Virat Kohli, the run machine, was at his very best in Adelaide 2014 test against Australia. King Kohli slammed twin centuries, shrugging pressure off one on his captaincy debut, and almost guided India to win.
Ajit Agarkar – 6/41 (2003)
Ajit Agarkar produced one of the best bowling spells by an Indian fast bowler in Australia. The match-winning 6-wicket haul in Adelaide stunned Aussies and the match ended in a memorable win for India.
Hard work never goes unrewarded. This old adage never fails to inspire, and it reminds us that perseverance always pays off. India’s young heartthrob Yashasvi Jaiswal is one such example that every ounce of hard work brings us closer to our dreams and success. His success didn’t come overnight but was the result of years of relentless dedication, countless hours of practice, and an unwavering belief in his cricket dreams and abilities. Let’s discuss about Yashasvi Jaiswal’s journey, his IPL 2025 Price, Cricket stats and much more.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Biography: What Makes Him So Special?
Other sports in India can learn a lot from cricket. India’s favorite pastime has created a robust ecosystem where quality players keep emerging. When Sunil Gavaskar retired, Indian cricket fans were worried about who would replace him, but then came Sachin Tendulkar. Everyone thought more or less the same when Sachin retired, but we found Virat Kohli. And now, Yashasvi Jaiswal looks like the player who is ready to take over the reins from Kohli himself, as the next superstar batsman for Team India in all formats.
What makes Yashavi Jaiswal a special player is not only his supreme cricket skills, but also his humble background. His success is built on overcoming countless struggles and challenges. Despite from a very poor family, Jaiswal was determined to become a cricketer, a dream he cherished from a very young age.
At an age when most children are busy making demands from their parents – whether it’s for buying new shoes or expensive mobile – Jaiswal had just one wish: to go to Mumbai and play cricket. He was only 10 years old at the time when he moved to Mumbai and in this journey, his father stood firmly by his side.
During an interview with BBC’s Test Match Special IPL Podacst, Jasiwal said –
“I just really wanted to play cricket but in India, in a village, it’s not easy to get an opportunity”.
“My seniors, they were telling me if you want to play cricket just go to Mumbai.
“That one thing stuck in my head – whenever I went to sleep or when talking to my mum, I told her I wanted to go to Mumbai.”
He moved to Mumbai where his only contact was an uncle whose who lived in Worli. But it was the start of his struggle. He took a job in a daily shop, but was fired after only two months for preferring cricket over the job.
To support himself, Jaiswal then found work with the owner of a roadside pani puri stall. He also played corporate matches to earn extra money. He often put a bet on his wicket, offering INR 100 to anyone who could dismiss him, and would get the same amount if they couldn’t.
Fate Intervened
Jaiswal wasn’t finding any success and so, his father decided to take his son back. But fate had other intentions.
On that fateful day, Jaiswal was playing at Mumbai’s famous Azaad Maidan. Jwala Singh, who runs a cricket academy in Mumbai, was present at the maidan that day, scouting for talent he could take back to his academy. Jwala Singh could see the immense talent in Jaiswal and asked the young boy to join his academy. That day marked a turning point in Jaiswal’s life, altering his fate forever.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Biography: Cricket Journey
Rise of Yashasvi Jaiswal - Youth Level
Jaiswal rose to prominence in 2015 when he smashed 319 not out and took 13/99 in a Giles Shield match. His performance didn’t go unnoticed as he earned a place in Mumbai under-16 squad and later the India national under-19 cricket team.
The young left-hander racked up 318 runs at the 2018 U-19 Asia Cup and was awarded with the player of the tournament. Jaiswal’s stature as a young prodigy continued rise as he scored 173 in a Youth Test match against South Africa U-19 team. Jaiswal was also selected for the U-19 Tri-Series in England and smashed four half centuries in only seven innings.
After scoring heavily at the youth level, Jaiswal earned a place in India’s U-19 squad for the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup. Unsurprisingly, Jaiswal led the scoring charts, including a superb century against arch-rival Pakistan in the semifinal, and won Player of the tournament.
Next Step - Senior Level
Jaiswal didn’t find any difficulty in playing against the big boys in the big tournaments. He made his first-class debut for Mumbai in 2018-19 Ranji Trophy season and also his List A debut in the 2019–20 Vijay Hazare Trophy on September 28, 2019.
On October 16, 2019, Jaiswal carved out his name in the history books. He became the youngest double centurion in List A cricket at just 17 years and 292 days after scoring 203 runs off 154 balls in a Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Jharkhand. He was deservedly named in India B squad for the 2019–20 Deodhar Trophy.
Level
Debut Date
For
Against
First Class →
January 07, 2019
Mumbai
Chhattisgarh
Domestic T20 →
September 22, 2020
Rajasthan Royals
Chennai Super Kings
List A →
September 20, 2019
India U-23
Bangladesh U-23
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s IPL Journey
Yashasvi Jaiswal never played a T20 game and yet Rajasthan Royals bought 17-year-old Yashasvi Jaiswal for INR 2.4 crore, which was 12 times his base price, at the IPL 2020 auction. He played only 3 matches in his debut IPL 2020 season, but has become a mainstay in Rajasthan Royals team since then. In IPL 2023, he led the scoring charts for the Royals, amassing 625 runs, hitting one century and five half centuries in 14 innings.
Yashasvi Jaiswal's IPL Stats (As of IPL 2024 Season)
Season
Match
Runs
AVG
HS
Ball-Faced
SR
100s
50s
4s/6s
2024
15
435
31.07
104*
279
155.91
1
1
54/16
2023
14
625
48.08
124
382
163.61
1
5
82/26
2022
10
258
25.80
68
194
132.99
0
2
28/10
2021
10
249
24.90
50
168
148.21
0
1
32/10
2020
3
40
13.33
34
44
90.90
0
0
02/02
Total
52
1607
32.14
124
1067
150.61
2
9
198/64
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s International Cricket Journey
Test Match
Yashasvi Jaiswal is yet to play an ODI match for Team India, but the young Indian batter has represented his nation in 15 Test matches and 23 T20Is.
Jaiswal’s first match for India came in the longest format when he was selected for India’s tour of West Indies in 2023. He scored a century in his debut match, scoring 171 runs as India won the match by an innings and 141 runs. He was also awarded with the man-of-the-match award. In addition, he also became only the third Indian batter to score a century in his debut match.
As of December 4, 2024, Jaiswal has played 15 test matches for team India and has scored 1568 runs at an average of 58.07. The 22-year-old has also scored 8 half centuries and 4 centuries, including one double-hundred in 28 innings.
Yashasvi Jaiswal's Test Stats (As of December 4, 2024)
Match
Innings
NO
Runs
HS
AVG
SR
100s
50s
4s/6s
15
28
1
1568
214*
58.07
67.84
4
8
178/38
T20I Match
Yashasvi Jaiswal made his T20I debut for India on August 08, 2023 in the 3rd match of India’s tour of West Indies. He scored only one run in his debut T20I match but smashed an unbeaten 84 runs off 51 balls in the very next match. In May 2024, he was named in India’s squad for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
Yashasvi Jaiswal's T20I Stats (As of December 4, 2024)
Match
Innings
Runs
HS
AVG
BF
SR
100
50s
4s/6s
23
22
723
100
36.15
440
164.31
01
05
82/38
Yashavi Jaiswal’s Personal Info – Age, GF, Family
The full name of this dynamic player is Yashasvi Bhupendra Kumar Jaiswal, lovingly called “Monty” at home. Yashasvi Jaiswal was born on December 28, 2001, in Suriyawan, Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh. His mother’s name is Kanchan Jaiswal, and his father, Bhupendra Jaiswal, hails from Bhadohi, a district in Uttar Pradesh.
Bhadohi is famously known as the “Carpet City” because it is a major hub for hand-woven carpet industries in South Asia. Yashasvi’s father used to run a hardware shop, while his mother is a homemaker.
Though Yashasvi Jaiswal remains tight lipped about his relationship, but he has been frequently seen with Maddie Hamilton, a UK based student. Maddie’s frequent appearances at India’s matches and public outings with the cricketer have added fuel to rumors about their relationship, sparking widespread speculation among fans and media alike.
As per many reports, Jaiswal and Maddie have been dating for more than three years. Both were also seen at Chennai airport after Rajasthan Royals’ exit from the Indian Premier League 2024.
What is Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Net Worth?
From a boy who lived in a tent house to a star cricketer who owns a five-bedroom apartment in Mumbai, Yashasvi Jaiswal’s life is nothing short of a Hollywood movie. As of 2024, Yashasvi Jaiswal’s net worth is around $2 Million, amounting to around 16 crores Indian rupees. Jaiswal is has a Grade B contract with BCCI, and earns around INR 3 crores annually.
However, his net worth will soar to new heights as he was retained by Rajasthan Royals for a massive INR 18 crores before IPL 2025 mega auction. Jaiswal also earns through endorsement deals and is rumored to be earning around INR 35 Lakhs per annum.
Yashasvi Jaisswal’s Social Media Followers
Yashasvi Jaiswal is still new to the cricket world, but his fan following keep increasing. As of December 2024, he has 4.3 million followers on Instagram and around 1,40,000 followers on twitter.
India vs Australia Test series was renamed to Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in 1996 after legendary cricketers – Sunil Gavaskar and Alan Border. The test series is now the most watched and most fiercely contested cricketing event.
Thus far, BGT has seen 16 thrilling editions. India has come out as the winning side on ten occasions, while Australia have secured five editions.
Let’s unfold the rivalry and look at all its records, stats, and numbers.
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 21st 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!
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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.
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.
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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.
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!
Jasprit Bumrah is a generational player who has carved out a special place in the annals of Indian cricket. That’s some saying considering he is still playing. It’s not normal for a player to be considered a legend when he is just 31. For context, Michael Hussey, Australia’s legendary cricketer who earned the nickname “Mr. Cricket,” didn’t play Test cricket for Australia until he was 30. Cricketers are typically considered to reach their peak performance around the age of 30. With Bumrah only 31, it spells trouble for batsmen worldwide, as he’s only going to get more dangerous.
But his journey from obscurity to world-beater hasn’t been straightforward. How could it be? Legends aren’t born. They are made by hardships, by the insurmountable hurdles and odds that can kill the dream of a normal person. But Bumrah is not normal. He made himself special.
Jasprit Bumrah’s Domestic Cricket Journey
Domestic
Before becoming the world’s best, Jasprit Bumrah had to deal with a lot of hardship and adversity. In 2010, he took participation in the Under-19 district trials for the Gujarat Cricket Association. Believe it or not, he wasn’t selected because of his uncanny bowling action which the selectors didn’t like. But he did find a place amongst the reserves, and played one match in the tournament, picking up seven wickets.
Bumrah made his domestic T20 debut for Gujarat in the 2013-14 season of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which is India’s most important domestic T20 competition. He caught everyone’s attention with his breathtaking performances, most notably in the final, where he picked up three wickets. Gujarat lifted the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Bumrah hogged the limelight.
With Bumrah making all the right noise in the domestic cricket circle, his uncanny bowling action and performances garnered attention. On 18 March 2013, when Bumrah was playing for Gujarat against Mumbai, the then Mumbai Indians head coach John Wright was also in the ground, scouting for the team. The former India coach was impressed and invited Bumrah to sign for Mumbai Indians. As they say, the rest is the history.
Level
Debut Date
For
Against
Bowling Figure
First Class →
October 27, 2013
Gujarat
Vidarbha
4/30 & 3/59
Domestic T20 →
March 17, 2013
Gujarat
Maharashtra
1/20
List A →
August 18, 2013
India U-23
Pakistan U-23
0/36
During the 2013–14 domestic season, Bumrah made his first-class debut for Gujarat against Vidarbha. The mercurial bowler claimed seven wickets across two innings as Gujarat won by an innings and one run.
Bumrah was in the spotlight again during the 2015–16 Vijay Hazare Trophy, as umpires raised objections on his bowling action. But the issue was resolved soon when the team management protested against the objection.
Jasprit Bumrah’s IPL Journey
As previously mentioned, Bumrah impressed John Wright during a match in the 2023-14 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Bumrah signed for MI and has been playing for the franchise ever since.
But the success for Bumrah didn’t come easily. He played only 17 matches for Mumbai Indians in the first three seasons – 2 in the first and 4 in the third season. His breakthrough season came during the IPL 2016 season when he claimed 15 wickets in 14 matches. Most impressed aspect of his stats was his bowling economy, which he kept below 8.
Jasprit Bumrah's IPL Stats (As of IPL 2024 Season)
Season
Match
Balls
Runs
WK
BB
AVG
ECO
4W
5W
2024
13
311
336
20
5/21
16.80
6.48
0
1
2022
14
320
383
15
5/10
25.53
7.18
0
1
2021
14
330
410
21
3/36
19.52
7.45
0
0
2020
15
360
404
27
4/14
14.96
6.73
2
0
2019
16
370
409
19
3/20
21.52
6.63
0
0
2018
14
324
372
17
3/15
21.88
6.88
0
0
2017
16
356
439
20
3/7
21.95
7.39
0
0
2016
14
312
406
15
3/13
27.06
7.80
0
0
2015
4
90
184
3
1/38
61.33
12.26
0
0
2014
11
238
301
5
2/22
60.20
7.58
0
0
2013
2
42
70
3
3/32
23.33
10.00
0
0
Total
133
3053
3714
165
5/10
22.51
7.30
2
2
Jasprit Bumrah’s International Cricket Journey
After impressing in domestic cricket, Bumrah was selected for India’s white-ball tour of Australia in 2016. The Men in Blue lost the first four matches of that series, and the Indian team management decided to ring in some changes for the final match. Quite characteristically, Bumrah produced an immaculate display of bowling, giving away only 40 runs in 10 overs, the best figures by an Indian bowler on the day. He ended the match with two wickets, including the wicket of Steve Smith, who became his first scalp in ODIs.
Jasprit Bumrah's ODI Stats (As of December 3, 2024)
Match
Innings
Balls
Runs
WK
BB
AVG
ECO
4W
5W
89
88
4580
3509
149
6/19
23.55
4.59
6
2
Three days later, on January 26, 2016, Bumrah made his T20I debut for India, and again, he was India’s best bowler. He picked up three wickets in 3.3 overs and ended the match with figures of 3/23, with David Warner becoming his first wicket in international T20 cricket. Since then, he has represented India in 70 T20I matches, taking 149 wickets.
Bumrah’s biggest T20 moment came during the 2024 T20I World Cup, when he guided Team India to the title, India’s first ICC trophy since 2013 and first T20I title since 2007. During the tournament, while playing 8 matches, Bumrah picked up 15 wickets at a sensational economy of 4.17. It remains the best economy rate recorded by a player in the ICC T20I World Cup. Also, in the mega final match against South Africa, he gave away 18 runs and picked up two wickets.
Jasprit Bumrah's T20I Stats (As of December 3, 2024)
Match
Innings
Balls
Runs
WK
BB
AVG
ECO
4W
5W
70
69
1509
1579
89
3/7
17.74
6.27
0
0
For reasons unknown, Bumrah had to wait until 2018 for his Test debut. One possible reason might be that Bumrah was seen as a white-ball specialist. But he proved everyone wrong after picking up a five-wicket haul in the third match of his debut Test series against South Africa in 2018.
Jasprit Bumrah's Test Stats (As of December 3, 2024)
Match
Innings
Balls
Runs
WK
BB
AVG
ECO
4W
5W
41
79
7902
3631
181
6/27
20.06
2.75
5
11
Jasprit Bumrah Biography: Age, Wife, Family
Jaspirt Bumrah was born on December 06, 1993, in Ahmedabad, into a Sikh Family. His father, Jasbir Singh, was a businessman, while his mother, Daljeet Bumrah, worked as a school teacher. Jasprit lost his father when he was only five years old.
Bumrah is married to model and tv presenter Sanjana Ganesan. The duo tied the knot on March 15, 2021 in Goa.
Who is Jasprit Bumrah’s wife Sanjana Ganesan?
Sanjana Ganesan hails from Pune and is a former Miss India finalist. She has also participated in MTV’s Splitsvilla in 2014. Bumrah met his future wife Ganesan during an interview in 2013 edition of Indian Premier League. Both fell in love and after dating for two years, they married in 2021. Also, on 4 September 2023, the duo were blessed with a son named Angad.
What is Jasprit Bumrah’s Net Worth?
As of 2024, Jasprit Bumrah is estimated to have a net worth of $7 million (INR 55 crore). His major source of income comes from playing cricket for Team India and the Mumbai Indians. In addition, he also has various endorsements, which add significantly to his income.
Jasprit Bumrah’s Social Media Followers
Jasprit Bumrah is amongst the most recognized cricketer in the world and it shows in the huge number of followers he has across various social media platforms. As of December 2024, Bumrah has a total of 33.7 Million followers- 18.5 Million on Instagram, 9.4 Million on Facebook and 5.8 Million on Twitter.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is one of the biggest Test cricket series, played between India and Australia. Both teams are regarded as the toughest to beat in their backyard. India has won 8 out of the 9 series played in India, while Australia has won 4 out of the 7 series played in Australia.
Now that the focus shifts to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, which has been talked out more than the World Test Championship 2023-25 final, it reveals its gravity. A series for the ages, BGT has become cricket’s biggest matchup in recent times, an equivalent of El Clasico in Football.
Indian Cricket Team is off to a flier in the five-match 2025 BGT Test series with 1st test win at Perth. With a head start of a 1-0 lead, the stage is set for international cricket’s biggest two-month-long extravaganza.
India has conquered Down Under twice in their last two outings. The two consecutive series triumphs and the Perth Test win to kickstart the 2024-25 series will only rattle the hosts more.
Australia, known for its strong mentality, will be unbowed despite being battered to try and reclaim dominance in its backyard.
The BGT 2024-25 has already given us a speck of thrill and imagination in the first test. Sure, it will be action-packed cricketing action for the coming two months.
Border-Gavaskar Trophy Winners
Year
Host
Tests
Australia Wins
India Wins
Draws
Result
Holder
1996–97
India
1
0
1
0
India
India
1997–98
India
3
1
2
0
India
India
1999–2000
Australia
3
3
0
0
Australia
Australia
2000–01
India
3
1
2
0
India
India
2003–04
Australia
4
1
1
2
Drawn
India
2004–05
India
4
2
1
1
Australia
Australia
2007–08
Australia
4
2
1
1
Australia
Australia
2008–09
India
4
0
2
2
India
India
2010–11
India
2
0
2
0
India
India
2011–12
Australia
4
4
0
0
Australia
Australia
2012–13
India
4
0
4
0
India
India
2014–15
Australia
4
2
0
2
Australia
Australia
2016–17
India
4
1
2
1
India
India
2018–19
Australia
4
1
2
1
India
India
2020–21
Australia
4
1
2
1
India
India
2022–23
India
4
1
2
1
India
India
2024–25
Australia
5
1
–
–
–
–
Total
56
20
25
12
–
–
Who won the last edition of the Border Gavaskar Trophy?
India won the last edition of BGT, Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2022-23. Indian Cricket Team clinched the series 2-1 and retained the coveted trophy. The four-match series began in February 2023 with a dominant Indian win in Nagpur. India won the second Test in Delhi as well, but the visitors fought back in Indore to secure a win. The hosts India won the fourth and final test to secure the series win. Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin were the architects of India’s BGT 2022-23 win and shared the Player of the Series award.
How to Watch India vs Australia Test Series 2024 Live
Fans can catch live action of the India vs Australia Test series on Disney+ Hotstar and live telecast on Star Sports TV channels – Star Sports 1 HD/SD, Star Sports 2 HD/SD and Star Sports Hindi HD/SD in India. DD Sports is another option with cricket fans to enjoy BGT live coverage.
