Reports from Australia claimed that Virat Kohli underwent scans on Thursday for an unspecified injury.
Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant incurred horrific outings in the first innings of the 3-day practice game against India A at WACA.
Pakistan are designated hosts of Champions Trophy 2025, while India hold maximum power in world cricket owing to its capability to generate revenue
Australia opener Usman Khawaja pointed out that India have other good bowlers apart from Jasprit Bumrah.
Let's look at the Indian players who've made their Test debuts for India vs Australia during the 21st century, and see where they are now.
Virat, a player who has always been a crowd-puller in Australia, is once again generating significant buzz. His presence in Australia is synonymous with high viewership and extensive media coverage.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has also maintained a hard stance and has ruled out possibility of a 'hybrid model' where some matches, including India's, are played at a neutral ground
The trophy has arrived at a time when the International Cricket Council (ICC) has sought a response from the PCB on hosting the prestigious event in a hybrid model following India's refusal to travel to the country for the tournament.
Australia has been a stage where Virat Kohli has performed spectacularly, scoring 1352 runs in 13 Tests at an average of 54.08.
Following Ricky Ponting's comments on Virat Kohli's disappointing run ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India head coach Gambhir had asked him to concentrate on the Australian cricket instead.
The BCCI has informed the ICC about its inability to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy
Skipper Rohit Sharma was seen sweating it out in a new video, showcasing his dedication and intense workout routine.
India are set to face Australia in a five-match Test series, starting November 22.
Jasprit Bumrah, who has picked 32 wickets in seven games on his two Test-tour trips to Australia, is likely to lead India in the 1st Test at Perth.
Sarfaraz Khan is yet to play a Test outside India, and will be looking to address concerns around his ability to play on bouncy pitches.
Indian team could get the Mohammed Shami boost during the challenging Australia tour after the pace-bowling stalwart made an impressive comeback from injury by grabbing four wickets in a Ranji Trophy match
Rinku Singh was recently retained by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 13 crore ahead of the IPL 2025 auction. He gave fans a tour of his lavish house.
India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar said going to Australia and playing in their conditions is the toughest challenge for the Indian cricketers.