Cricket's financial power India has never truly dominated five-day Test cricket, but a sustained run of success is imminent due to its depth of talent and heft.

The 50-over World Cup is far older and has been competed for since back in 1975. Australia are the record winners having run out victorious on five occasions (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015). England took the 2019 crown after a dramatic Ben Stokes-inspired super-over win over New Zealand at Lord's.

India has won the toss and elected to bat in the opening test of the Border-Gavaskar five-match series at Perth Stadium.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted the Indian cricket team ahead of their two-day practice match against the PM's XI. The event was part of cricket diplomacy, enhancing India-Australia relations.

Cricket fans in India can watch this Test series via Star Sports. The cheapest way to watch is via the Disney Plus Hotstar app, but those looking to catch all the action on a device with a larger display will need to sign up for one of its more expensive tier subscriptions.

Fast bowler Mohamed Siraj bowled India to the brink of victory in the opening Border-Gavaskar series cricket test with Australia struggling at 104-5 at lunch on the fourth day.

Here’s a collection of praise showered on Indians post their 295-run victory by the cricketing ecosystem: ‘When comfortable, Kohli is a force of nature.’ – Kerry O’Keeffe The former Australian international spinner speaking on Fox,

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