As the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy approaches, Australia are already gearing up for the challenge of facing India on home soil.

The five-match Test series, scheduled for November 2024, promises to be an interesting battle as India aims to retain the trophy. India, the defending champions, have won the last four series in a row, extending their dominance over Australia in recent years.

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However, Australia is confident of ending their decade-long series drought, and Pakistan’s Test head coach Jason Gillespie has added his voice to the growing belief that Australia could regain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Jason Gillespie backs Australia to win Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Pakistan’s bowling coach and former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie recently voiced his support for his homeland to win the upcoming BGT.

Speaking to Fox Sports, Gillespie expressed his confidence in Australia’s bowling attack, highlighting that they have the firepower to challenge India.

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He mentioned the experience and skill of Nathan Lyon, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood as the key weapons for Australia in the Test series.

“I will be backing them to do the job. They are the best bowlers in the country. I think their records speak for themselves. This quartet is the best possible bowling attack that Australia can put out in the park,” Gillespie said.

His optimism mirrors that of Ricky Ponting, who made a similar prediction about Australia’s chances earlier.

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Can Australia end India’s dominance?

India’s recent dominance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy cannot be overlooked. They have won four consecutive series, including two memorable victories on Australian soil in 2018-19 and 2020-21.

The upcoming five-match series presents a fresh challenge, but Australia’s goal will be to reverse a decade of disappointment and reclaim the prestigious trophy.

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“They are red-hot, they are playing some good test cricket for a while now. Even though they have beaten Australia in recent times. I think Australia have a chance to beat India this time around,” the Pakistan bowling coach added.