We can expect some big moments when India travels to Australia, as the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 is not far away. This time, a total of 5 matches will bring some exciting clashes. Over the years, India vs Australia Test series has rightfully gained attention, with big players emerging from both teams, Virat Kohli for India and Steve Smith for Australia. Now, players like Rishabh Pant have also emerged and taken centre stage. All such players are expected to perform well in the upcoming BGT.
If we look at history, India has won the series a total of 10 times, while Australia has clinched the series 5 times. It is important to mention that since 2017, India has won the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in four consecutive series: 2017, 2018-19, 2020-21, and 2022-23.
But since India is set to travel to 5 venues, what do their records say at these venues? To be clear, the first Test match will start at Optus Stadium in Perth, Western Australia, a graveyard for batters. Then, the caravan will move to Adelaide, followed by Brisbane, Melbourne, and the final Test at Sydney. Take a look at how the men in blue have fared at these Australian grounds ahead of the India vs Australia Test series.
India’s record in Australia
| Venue | Played | Won | Draw | Lost | BigMoments |
| Optus Stadium | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | India lost their only match here. |
| Adelaide Oval | 13 | 2 | 3 | 8 | Match-winning knocks by Dravid and Pujara; bowled out for 36 in 2020. |
| Gabba, Brisbane | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | Historic 2020-21 win with a depleted team; Australia’s fortress broken after 32 years. |
| MCG, Melbourne | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | India’s first Test win in Australia (1977-78); victories in the last two tours; last loss in 2011. |
| SCG, Sydney | 13 | 1 | 7 | 5 | Draw in the last tour with Ashwin and Vihari’s resilient partnership; only win in 1978. |
When was the last time India won the MCG Test?
India last won a Test at the MCG during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. They defeated Australia by 8 wickets in the second Test of the series.
When was the last time India won Test at Adelaide Oval?
India last won a Test at Adelaide Oval during their 2018-19 tour. They defeated Australia by 31 runs in the first Test of the series, marking a historic start to their maiden Test series victory on Australian soil.
When was the last time India won a Test at the Gabba?
India last won a Test at the Gabba during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. They achieved a historic 3-wicket victory in January 2021, breaking Australia’s 32-year unbeaten streak at the venue.
When was the last time India won a Test at the SCG?
India last won a Test at the SCG in 1978, when they defeated Australia by 3 wickets in the third Test of the series.
When was the last time India won a Test at Optus Stadium?
India has not won a Test at Optus Stadium. They have played only one Test at the venue, which they lost.
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