Virat Kohli is on the verge of achieving another significant milestone in Australia. He needs 25 more runs in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy to reach 1500 Test runs in the country. This would make him only the second Indian, after Sachin Tendulkar, to reach this landmark.
Kohli currently has 1475 Test runs in Australia. He is just short of the 1500-run mark. Tendulkar holds the Indian record with 1809 runs. Kohli would need another 334 runs to surpass Tendulkar’s record.
Kohli has an impressive seven Test centuries in Australia. This places him second only to Jack Hobbs, who scored nine centuries as a visiting batter. Kohli’s average in Australia stands at 52.67, with a high score of 169.
The third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Gabba presents a significant challenge for both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as Rohit and Virat’s first-innings averages in the 2024-25 season are a concerning 6.88 and 10, respectively.
Kohli’s recent century in Perth has alleviated some pressure. However, Rohit Sharma needs a captain’s knock to boost his confidence and solidify his leadership position.
The series is currently tied at 1-1. The Brisbane Test is crucial in determining the series outcome and India’s standing in the World Test Championship. India will look to avoid back to back away defeats in Test for the first time since July 2022.
India’s hopes rest on exploiting Australia’s batting vulnerabilities. A potential batting collapse is possible if Travis Head doesn’t perform at his best.
India’s major concern has been their poor first-innings batting performances over the past year, both home and away. They have been bowled out for 150 or less six times during this period.
The upcoming Test match at the Gabba will be a crucial contest between two formidable teams. The outcome of the match will significantly impact the series and the World Test Championship standings.
The Gabba pitch is known for its challenging nature. It will be interesting to see how both teams adapt to the conditions. The match promises to be an exciting contest between bat and ball.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy has always been a fiercely contested series. This edition is no different. The third Test at the Gabba is shaping up to be a decisive encounter.
The performance of the captains, Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins, will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match. Their leadership and tactical acumen will be put to the test.
