Published: November 26, 2024
India head coach Gautam Gambhir has temporarily left the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 tour due to a family emergency. He departed for Delhi but is expected to rejoin the team ahead of the second Test in Adelaide, starting on December 6.
In Gambhir’s absence, assistant coaches Abhishek Nayar, Ryan ten Doeschate, and Morne Morkel will oversee the team’s preparations for the upcoming pink-ball game against the Prime Minister’s XI at Manuka Oval, Canberra, scheduled for November 30 and December 1. The match serves as a crucial warm-up ahead of the much-anticipated day-night Test in Adelaide.
India’s Dominance in the Series Opener
The Indian team, led by skipper Rohit Sharma, started the series on a high note, thrashing Australia by a massive margin of 295 runs in the first Test in Perth.
- Jasprit Bumrah spearheaded a dominant bowling performance, limiting Australia to just 104 runs in their second innings after India were initially bowled out for 150.
- The Indian batting lineup rebounded strongly in the third innings, with stellar centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli, setting an imposing target.
- The bowlers completed the job, sealing an emphatic win that puts India in a commanding position in the four-match series.
Upcoming Schedule
After a short break, the team will head to Canberra on Wednesday to prepare for the pink-ball fixture against the Prime Minister’s XI. The game will allow India to fine-tune their skills under lights ahead of the second Test.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy continues to be a high-stakes contest, with India looking to extend their dominance Down Under. Fans eagerly await the next chapter of this gripping series.
For more updates on the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and other sporting events, stay tuned to the Board of Sports in India (BOSI) website.
