NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer feels that India has a strong chance to secure a third consecutive Test series win against Australia if the pace trio of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Mohammed Siraj remain fit for most of the series.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy begins with the first Test in Perth from November 22.
India won the last two series in Australia in 2018-19 and 2020-21.
Responding to a fan’s question about India’s chances this year, Jaffer emphasized on the significance of Bumrah, Shami, and Siraj’s fitness and availability throughout the series.
“If Bumrah, Shami and Siraj stay fit and are able to play most of the series, India have a great opportunity for a hat-trick down under. Arshdeep could bring the left-arm option. And Mayank Yadav dark horse provided he’s fit and available,” said Jaffer.
Jaffer also mentioned that left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh could be a valuable addition.
The series starts with the first Test at Perth Stadium, followed by the second Test at Adelaide Oval from December 6 to 10, which will be a day-night game.
The Gabba in Brisbane will host the third Test from December 14-18.
The series will continue with the customary Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground from December 26-30.
The fifth and final Test will be held at the Sydney Cricket Ground from January 3 to 7, concluding the series and promising an exciting finish.
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy begins with the first Test in Perth from November 22.
India won the last two series in Australia in 2018-19 and 2020-21.
Responding to a fan’s question about India’s chances this year, Jaffer emphasized on the significance of Bumrah, Shami, and Siraj’s fitness and availability throughout the series.
“If Bumrah, Shami and Siraj stay fit and are able to play most of the series, India have a great opportunity for a hat-trick down under. Arshdeep could bring the left-arm option. And Mayank Yadav dark horse provided he’s fit and available,” said Jaffer.
Jaffer also mentioned that left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh could be a valuable addition.
The series starts with the first Test at Perth Stadium, followed by the second Test at Adelaide Oval from December 6 to 10, which will be a day-night game.
The Gabba in Brisbane will host the third Test from December 14-18.
The series will continue with the customary Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground from December 26-30.
The fifth and final Test will be held at the Sydney Cricket Ground from January 3 to 7, concluding the series and promising an exciting finish.