It’s fair to say that the Border Gavaskar Trophy has been one of the most competitive Test series. Named after the greats, Sunil Gavaskar and Allan Border, the series has seen many records being broken and created. Although India has an upper edge in the series but the Aussies are also no mug as they’ve from time to time played some sensational cricket.
3 Australians who were part of the 2013 BGT in India and will also feature in the 2023 series
Much like all the series, the games between India and Australia in 2013 were enthralling. The hosts whitewashed the visitors 4-0 and played exceptionally well. The two cricketing heavyweights will once again lock horns in India for the four-match series. The first game between the nations will be played on February 9th in Nagpur followed by the second Test to be played on 17th February in Delhi. The third game between India and Australia is slated to take place on 1st March in Dharamshala whereas the last game will be played on 9th March in Ahmedabad. As the series between them is just a few days away, let’s take a look at 3 Australians who were part of the 2013 BGT in India and will also feature in the 2023 series.
David Warner
David Warner has been one of the mainstays for Australia over the last decade. He played a crucial role in his side at the top of the order in 2013 as he amassed 195 runs across 4 games during that tour to go with two half-centuries. He’s also expected to play a pivotal role for his team this time around the top of the order as his experience could well prove to be very handy if Australia has to fancy their chances of winning the game.
Steve Smith
Steve Smith is another player who along with David Warner has taken Australian Cricket to great heights. He was an integral part of the team in 2013. Although he played only two games in the series. But he was the mainstay of their batting lineup as he smashed 161 runs in just 2 games. Smith will be the vice-captain this time around and is likely to a huge role for his side with the bat.
Nathan Lyon
Nathan Lyon is one of the greatest spinners going around in the world of cricket. He was part of the Australian squad in the 2013 series. He was a youngster back then but played a vital role in the series, taking 15 wickets in the three games he played. With over 460 Test wickets to his name this time around, he’s expected to play a vital role for his side. It’s fair to say that Australia will be dependent on him with the ball.
