Rohit Sharma may miss the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 against Australia on November 22 due to a personal matter, potentially affecting India’s bid for a third consecutive series win in Australia.
Rohit Sharma, the Indian cricket captain, is likely to miss the opening Test of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, scheduled to begin on November 22 at Perth Stadium.
The 37-year-old cricketer has communicated to the chief selector and officials of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he may opt out of the match due to a personal matter. While he has not provided official confirmation to the Indian board, his decision is pending based on the situation.
Currently, Rohit is on a break while the Indian team competes in a T20I series against Bangladesh. He recently led India to a successful 2-0 series victory over the Tigers, underscoring his importance to the squad as they prepare for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India aims to secure their third consecutive Test series win in Australia, following victories in 2018-19 and 2020-21.
Following the Perth Test, the series continues with a Day-Night Test at Adelaide Oval starting December 6, followed by matches at the Gabba on December 14 and the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground for the Boxing Day Test on December 26. The series will conclude with the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 3.
In his previous seven Tests in Australia, Rohit has scored 408 runs at an average of 31.38, including three fifties and a top score of 63 not out. As India aims for another successful campaign, they are also looking to reach their third final in the World Test Championship, having previously lost to New Zealand and Australia in 2021 and 2023. Currently, India leads the table in the 2023-25 WTC cycle, accumulating 98 points from eight wins out of 11 Tests.
FAQs about Rohit Sharma and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy
1. Will Rohit Sharma play in the first Test against Australia?
Rohit Sharma is likely to miss the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy due to a personal matter, but an official confirmation from the BCCI is still pending.
2. When does the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy take place?
The first Test is scheduled to start on November 22, 2024, at Perth Stadium.
3. How has Rohit Sharma performed in Tests in Australia?
Rohit has played seven Tests in Australia, scoring 408 runs at an average of 31.38, which includes three fifties and a top score of 63 not out.
4. What is the significance of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for India?
India aims to win their third consecutive Test series in Australia, building on victories from the 2018-19 and 2020-21 series.
5. What are the other matches in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series?
The series includes a Day-Night Test at Adelaide Oval on December 6, a Test at the Gabba on December 14, a Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground from December 26, and the final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 3.
6. How is India positioned in the World Test Championship?
India is currently at the top of the 2023-25 World Test Championship table, with 98 points from eight wins out of 11 Tests, as they aim for their third final after previous losses in 2021 and 2023.
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