The upcoming Test series between India and Australia is the talk of the town, with fans and experts eagerly anticipating who will shine as the top 3 performers in the first Test match. To satisfy the anticipation and answer the question on everyone’s mind, we’ll delve into the players who are expected to deliver standout performances in the first Test Match between India and Australia.
1. Marnus Labuschagne: The World’s Top Batter
As the world’s number one ranked batter, Marnus Labuschagne has made a name for himself with his formidable batting skills, and he’s a force to be reckoned. Labuschagne has played 33 Tests for Australia, accumulating 3150 runs with an average of close to 60, including ten 100s and fourteen 50s.
He’s the 5th leading run scorer in the WTC 21-23 with 1,265 runs in 15 matches and was the top scorer in the recently concluded Test series against the West Indies, where he won the player series award. With a staggering 502 runs against West Indies, he will be a tough challenge for the Indian bowlers.
2. Ravichandran Ashwin: The Indian Spin King
India’s very own Ravichandran Ashwin is no stranger to success on the Indian pitches. The right-arm off-spinner has been India’s 2nd leading wicket-taker in Tests, with 449 wickets in 88 matches. He’s particularly dangerous against the Aussies, having taken 89 wickets against them in 18 matches, making them his favourite opponents.
Ashwin is known for his ability to lead India’s attack, make important contributions with the bat, and his unparalleled ability to read the game. He’ll be the biggest threat to the Australian batting lineup.
3. Suryakumar Yadav: The Surprise Element
Suryakumar Yadav is expected to fill in for Shreyas Iyer, who has been ruled out of the first Test due to a back injury, and it could be a game-changer for the Indian team. Yadav has impressive numbers in First-Class cricket, with 5549 runs in 77 matches and an average close to 45, including 14 hundreds and 28 fifties.
He’s been in top form in the shortest format and has expressed a desire to play the longest format by playing for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy this season, where in he has played some of the crucial knocks. He’ll be there to fulfil Pant’s absence as well and will look to replicate Rishabh Pant’s heroics against the Aussies.
Get ready to witness a spectacular showdown as these 3 players look to make their mark on the field and claim glory for their respective teams.