Border Gavaskar Trophy: All-time best XI from IND vs AUS Test series

The Border Gavaskar Trophy is one of the closely contested series in the longest format between India and Australia. The series has been named after charismatic batters, Sunil Gavaskar and Allan Border from India and Australia respectively and is being played with the said name since the 1996-97 series.

The most successful team has been India, with nine titles and are the current trophy holders as well with the victory in the 2020/21 series. The 2023 series is all set to start on February 9 in Nagpur.

Ahead of the series, let’s check out the all-time Best XI of the Border Gavaskar Trophy:

1. Matthew Hayden

Matthew Hayden brought positive mindset to the dominant Australian team during the early 2000s. Along with the fantastic strokeplay, the southpaw was consistent with his contributions as well.

Hayden slammed 1,888 runs in 35 innings at an average of 59. He featured in the red-ball series from 2001 to 2008, and played a key role in 2004/05 and 2007/08 series victories.

Hayden's finest knock in the series came in Chennai in March 2001. He slammed 203 off 320 balls, with 15 fours and six maximums. However, India managed to seal a close victory by two wickets.