The “India v Australia Tests – Men” series is one of cricket’s most intense and storied rivalries. Known for its fierce competition, this bilateral Test series showcases high-quality cricket between two powerhouse teams. With iconic players, dramatic moments, and historic venues, each match is a battle of skill, strategy, and endurance. From spin-friendly pitches in India to pace-friendly tracks in Australia, the series tests every aspect of the game. Memorable clashes like the 2001 Eden Gardens Test and the 2020–21 Gabba thriller have defined this rivalry, making it a must-watch for cricket fans around the world.
| Match | Venue | Date | Result | India Scores | Australia Scores | Series Position | Player of Match |
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| 4th Test | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 9-13 Mar 2023 | Match Drawn | 571 | 480 & 175/2d | India win series 2-1 | Virat Kohli (186) |
| 3rd Test | Holkar Stadium, Indore | 1-3 Mar 2023 | Australia won by 9 wickets | 109 & 163 | 197 & 78/1 | India lead 2-1 | Nathan Lyon (11 wickets) |
| 2nd Test | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 17-19 Feb 2023 | India won by 6 wickets | 262 & 118/4 | 263 & 113 | India lead 2-0 | Ravindra Jadeja (10 wickets & 26 runs) |
| 1st Test | Vidarbha Cricket Stadium, Nagpur | 9-11 Feb 2023 | India won by innings & 132 runs | 400 | 177 & 91 | India lead 1-0 | Ravindra Jadeja (7 wickets & 70 runs) |
Key Statistics:
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Series Result: India won 2-1 (retained Border-Gavaskar Trophy)
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Highest Run-scorer:
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Virat Kohli (297 runs @ 49.50)
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Usman Khawaja (333 runs @ 47.57)
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Highest Wicket-taker:
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Ravichandran Ashwin (25 wickets @ 17.28)
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Nathan Lyon (22 wickets @ 22.36)
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Notable Performances:
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Virat Kohli’s 186 (4th Test) ended his 3-year Test century drought
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Ravindra Jadeja’s all-round show (1st Test: 7 wickets & 70 runs)
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Nathan Lyon’s 11-wicket haul in Indore (3rd Test)
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Australia’s first win in India since 2017 (3rd Test)
Tactical Highlights:
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India’s spinners took 85% of wickets (Ashwin-Jadeja combined: 47 wickets)
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Australia’s sweep strategy worked in Indore but failed elsewhere
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India’s lower-order batters (Axar, Bharat) contributed crucial runs
