AUS vs IND 1st Test, Prediction & Betting Tips
What a fabulous tour it has turned out to be. It was Australia that comprehensively defeated India in the ODI series, but India gave back with a thrashing in the T-20Is. But now it’s time for the massive Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This is probably a bigger rivalry than the Ashes today.
India defeated Australia the last time they toured down under but with David Warner and Steve Smith back in whites, Australia look a completely different unit this time around. The series stands of utmost importance for both teams as the winner will occupy the top spot in the ICC Test Championship. Currently, India has the most number of points but Australia with higher win percentage, are settled at the helm of the table.
The injury to David Warner is a big blow to Australia and they now face a stern opening conundrum. Tim Paine has hinted that Matthew Wade is their preferred choice to partner Joe Burns which looks a wise move. Wade was in terrific form in the T-20 series but this is a different challenge altogether. Burns has also not been in the best of nick. There is Travis Head, Tim Paine, possibly Marcus Harris but Australian performance will depend on the form of Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith.
Both have been exceptional in Tests. Smith against India averages 84.05 and the number spikes to 129.19 in Australia. This proves how big a threat this man is for India. In the bowling department, Australia has one of the most fearsome set of pacers in Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins. Nathan Lyon is an even bigger asset on this wicket. Overall, Australia looks a settled unit but there are certain vulnerabilities in the batting order which India can exploit.
India on the other hand have announced their playing XI and have made some strange choices. They’ve opted for Pritvi Shaw to open with Mayank Agarwal. Shaw isn’t in the best of form and preferring him over KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal is very surprising. However, he’s a good batsmen and would want to capitalize on the opportunity. He’s one batsmen that can score very quicky which can be handy in conditions where it’s difficult to stay on the crease. Also, players like Ajinkya Rajane, Hanuma Vihari, Rishabh Pant, Virat Kohli got plenty of batting practice in the warm up games and form a very strong batting line up.The biggest wicket however, for Australia will be of Cheteshwar Pujara.
Pujara was the stand out performer for India in the previous series and will have to play a big role this time as well. Coming to Indian pace contingent, India is on par with Australia with Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah and Umesh Yadav as one of the best bowlers going around in this format. Ravichandran Ashwin can also be very handy on this Adelaide wicket.
Overall, both teams look very strong and it’s all set for an enthralling encounter but we think the absence of David Warner has slightly tilted the balance in favour of India.
AUS vs IND Live Streaming
India tour Australia can be watched live on Sony SIX, Sony TEN 1 and Sony TEN 3 in India. National broadcaster Doordarshan will also telecast the ODI and T-20 series from the tour.
Live Streaming - You can enjoy this enthralling series on SonyLiv app along with Airtel Stream and Jio TV platform
AUS vs IND Toss Prediction
Toss will be very crucial and captains have a tough decision to make. Adelaide is generally a bat first wicket but in a Day Night Test, it’s a different story.
Weather Report
There will be plenty of cloud cover with some rain prediction during the course of 5 days. The temperature is expected to hover around 18 degrees
Pitch Report
The surface at Adelaide is traditionally a batting friendly wicket but under lights it’s not going to be easy to bat, especially on Day 1
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds and match prediction for Australia vs India 1st Test
Australia Team News & Playing 11
AUS Team News
David Warner’s injury is a big blow to Australia. Matthew Wade is expected to open along with Joe Burns. Also Justin Langer has made it clear that Cameron Green will be the part of the playing XI if he passes the fitness Test.
AUS Key Players
- Steve Smith - Smith averages over 80 against India in Test and with no Warner he’ll be more determined to bat well. His form will determine Australia’s fate in the series.
- Marnus Labuschagne - Marnus Labuschagne has been exceptional in Tests. He’s been very consistent and holds a important place in this Australian batting order. He is expected to come good as well.
- Josh Hazelwood - Josh Hazlewood’s ability to move the ball makes him a big weapon for Tim Paine. Under lights, with a pink ball, he can be deadly.
AUS Team Form
Australia won the ODI series against India but suffered a humiliating loss in T-20 series.
Australia Predicted Playing 11
Matthew Wade, Joe Burns, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Travis Head, Tim Paine(C/WK), Cameron Green, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood
India Team News & Playing 11
IND Team News
India have already announced their playing XI and it’s very surprising to see Prithvi Shaw getting a nod ahead of Shubhman Gill and KL Rahul. Also, they’ve opted for Wriddhiman Saha instead of Rishabh Pant which is understandable as the ball will wobble under lights and Saha is a better wicket keeper any day. Ravichandran Ashwin will be the only spinner in the team.
IND Key Players
- Virat Kohli - Virat Kohli has been in terrific touch on this tour. He’s a very good record against Australia in Australia and can be expected to play a big knock.
- Chetshwar Pujara - He’ll be a key wicket. He’s technically very sound and against a moving ball, he’ll be very crucial for India.
- Mohammed Shami - Mohammed Shami in Test is a lethal bowler. As we saw in the warm up games, he won’t be easy to play. He can move the ball at pace and will pose a stern challenge to the Australian batting.
IND Team Form
India is fresh from a T-20 series victory over Australia. In Tests, they lost their last series to New Zealand.
India Predicted Playing 11
Prithvi Shaw, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (C), Ajinkya Rahane, Hanuma Vihari,Wriddhiman Saha (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Umesh Yadav
Australia vs India Head to Head
Australia have been dominating India in tests
AUS vs IND Head to Head Stats in Tests
| Matches Played |
AUS Won |
IND Won |
Tie |
Draw |
| 98 |
42 |
28 |
1 |
27 |
🏆 Australia vs India Prediction
Looking at the teams, both are on par with each other. The absence of David Warner is going to hurt Australia. If India can get Smith early, they’ll be in with a great chance.
Dec 17, 2020
09:30 IST / 4:00 GMT
Adelaide Oval - Adelaide, Australia
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