Border Gavaskar Trophy 2023: 5 key player battles to watch out for
The Australia tour of India will be commencing on February 9, 2023, as the two teams will face other in the first Test in Nagpur.
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3. Rohit Sharma vs Mitchell Starc
Rohit Sharma going up against Mitchell Starc will be a real contest. It will be a challenge for Rohit faces difficulty against left-arm pacers. Rohit's pull shot against Starc's pace will be something fans would be anticipating. However, fans will have to wait for this epic battle because Starc is still recovering from a finger injury is likely to miss the first Test.
Though there has been a dip in Rohit Sharma's graph in the traditional format of late, but he is undoubtedly one of the finest openers of the game in present times and has dominated the role while representing his side. Rohit's pull-shots are class apart and a visual treat for all cricket lovers.
Mitchell Starc has been brilliant with his pace. His first ball dismissal of Rory Burns in the 2021 Ashes had put the team in trouble. The Aussies would be dissapointed if he misses out of the first Test, but if he recovers on time to join the team, such lethal starts from him will be a massive cause of worry for the Indian side.
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