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The highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 between Australia and India is set to reignite one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries. Known for its intense battles and dramatic moments, the series promises to deliver top-tier cricketing action. With both teams boasting world-class players, fans are eagerly awaiting the contest that will test skills, strategies, and mental toughness.
Wasim Jaffer points out the Aussie bowler India should go after in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25
As the first Test looms closer, discussions about match-ups, player form, and team dynamics have taken center stage. Regarding the same, former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer has weighed in on the strategic approach India should adopt against Australia.
Highlighting the importance of star Aussie spinner Nathan Lyon in holding his team’s bowling attack together, Jaffer suggested that India should look to aggressively target the experienced off-spinner.
Jaffer’s analysis emphasized that Lyon is a crucial cog in Australia’s bowling unit, especially in the absence of all-rounder Cameron Green. The lack of a fourth seamer could put additional pressure on Australia’s pacers, making Lyon’s role pivotal. Jaffer reckoned that targeting Lyon could disrupt the balance of the Australian attack and open opportunities for India to gain the upper hand.
“Lot of talk about Aus quicks but I think the key man holding Aus attack together is Lyon. Ind should look to go after him. Aus don’t have Cam Green who’s steady 4th seamer. Aus can afford one of the quicks to have a bad series but they can’t afford the same with Lyon,” wrote Jaffer on X (formerly Twitter).
Lot of talk about Aus quicks but I think the key man holding Aus attack together is Lyon. Ind should look to go after him. Aus don't have Cam Green who's steady 4th seamer. Aus can afford one of the quicks to have a bad series but they can't afford the same with Lyon. #AUSVIND
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) November 20, 2024
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Expectations from Team India
Notably, Team India enter the series with high expectations, especially following the disappointing home series against New Zealand where they were whitewashed 3-0. The batting unit, led by stalwarts like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, will need to counter Australia’s formidable bowling attack. On the other hand, India’s bowlers Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and the spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, are expected to exploit favorable conditions and challenge Australia’s batting lineup.
