Hazelwood Sees 'Great Challenge' in Upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Australian pacer Josh Hazelwood anticipates a challenging series against India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India has dominated the series in recent years, and the five-Test series will begin on November 22 in Perth. The climax will be at the Sydney Cricket Ground from January 3 to 7.

Australian pacer Josh Hazelwood has stated that facing India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy will be a 'great challenge.' The series, which begins on November 22 in Perth, promises to be a significant contest as India has maintained dominance over Australia in recent years.

India's recent record in the Border-Gavaskar series includes four consecutive wins, two of which came on Australian soil during the 2018-19 and 2020-21 seasons. India has won the prestigious trophy 10 times compared to Australia's five, with Australia's last win in India dating back to the 2004-05 season.

Speaking to Star Sports, Hazelwood acknowledged India's familiarity with Australian conditions and expressed optimism about reclaiming the trophy. The second Test will take place in Adelaide from December 6 to 10 in a day-night format, followed by matches in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney, where the series will conclude on January 3 to 7.

(With inputs from agencies.)