The clash between two cricketing powerhouses promises to be a thrilling contest. The first Test between India and Australia is set to kick off on November 22 at Perth's Optus Stadium.

Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, Washington Sundar, Sarfaraz Khan, and Yashasvi Jaiswal have departed for Australia ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

The first batch of the Indian cricket team departed for Australia on Sunday to take part in the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. It was reported that due to logistical reasons, the players were sent in two batches.

As IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy approaches, with the five-match Test series set to begin in just a few days, Team India is gearing up for their tour of Australia. However, a new challenge has emerged for the Indian cricket team ahead of IND vs AUS 1st Test match in Perth on November 22.

Rohit Sharma, one of India’s most pivotal players, will be staying back in India for the birth of his second child, expected in the third week of November.

Virat Kohli has arrived in Perth ahead of the Border Gavaskar Trophy, aiming to overcome a recent slump in form. The Indian team will face Australia in a five-Test series starting November 22nd, seeking to retain their title.

With a 3-0 series whitewash, India need to win the series by 4-0 to punch their ticket to feature in London for the WTC final for the third successive time.