The Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 is set to kick off on November 22 in Perth, marking the beginning of a high-voltage Test series between cricketing powerhouses Australia and India. With the World Test Championship (WTC) standings adding to the stakes, this series is expected to deliver fierce battles across all five Tests. F??ans from both nations are eagerly awaiting the clash, which promises an exhila??rating mix of skill, strategy, and intense competition.

Australia, eager to reclaim their lost dominance, last tasted a Test series victory against India a decade ago during the 2014-15 BGT. Since then, India have ruled the rivalry, winning four consecutive series �two at home and two on Australian soil. The upcoming contest provides Australia with a chance to end their drought and re-establish supremacy in one of ?cricket’s most storied rivalries.

Brad Hogg predicts the winner

Ahead of the blockbuster series, former Australian spinner Brad Hogg shared his prediction, tipping the hosts to emerge victorious with a 3-2 scoreline. Hogg cited Australia’s potent pace at??tack and familiarity with home conditions as key factors that could give them an edge.

The former spinner expressed confidence in Australia’s seasoned pacers, including Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, whose knowledge of local pitches could be pivotal. He also noted that the series itin?erary, featuring venues known for assisting fast bowlers, further tilts the scales in Australia’s favor.

“I think you have got to favour Australia 3-2 at least because we are playing Perth, in Brisbane, then Adelaide with the night-ball test. I just think with our pace attack now, with the experience they have, the knowledge of Australian conditions, they should get on top with a more experienced pace attack,” Hogg told RevSportz.

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Spin dilemma for India

While Australia appears settled with their bowling lineup, India face a selection conundrum regarding their spinners. The debate centers on whether to include both Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in the playing XI, particularly for ??matches on seaming tracks like Pert?h.

Hogg, however, advocated for the inclusio?n of both spin maestros, emphasizing their ability to complement each other across the course of a Test match.

“I think both Ashwin and Jadeja should play. Jadeja is very good in the first innings, I think with the ball skidding on over here with the greener wickets, but as the wicket wears down, this is where Ashwin comes into it, so they have got two spinners that are unique in a sense that they are going to give the team benefit on the different days of the Test match,” Hogg added.

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Team India are gearing up to host Bangladesh for an exciting two-match Test series, starting September 19. The series will mark an important phase for India as they aim to continue their dominance in the longest format of the game while preparing for upcomin?g international fixtures. The first Test will be crucial for both teams as Bangladesh seeks to challenge India on their home soil, while the hosts aim to solidify their place in the?? ICC Test rankings.

Brad Hogg reveals his India XI for first Test

Former Australian spinner Brad Hogg has shared his India XI for the opening Test against Bangladesh. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Hogg expressed his belief in a balanced lineup, blending experience with youth. He picked Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma as openers followed by Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli.

“The XI that I am going for the first Test match against Bangladesh for India â€?Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma open the batting. Gill at three, Kohli at four, and Jadeja coming at five just to keep that left-handed, right-handed combination going,” said Hogg.

Hogg’s XI continued with Sarfaraz Khan in the middle order, followed by Rishabh Pant behind the stumps. As for the bowling department, the former spinner opted for a mix of spin and pace, selecting Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, and the returning pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. Hogg’s lineup showcases the depth and versatility of India’s squad as they face Bangladesh in conditions that could favor both spinners and fast bowlers.

Brad Hogg’s India XI for first Test against Bangladesh: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant, Ravichandran Ashwin, Mohammed Siraj, Kulde??ep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah.

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Fans eagerly await selection and performance

With Hogg’s lineup generating plenty of buzz, fans are eager to see how closely it mirrors the actual India XI selected for the first Test. The inclusion of young talent like Jaiswal and Sarfaraz alongside experienced veterans like Kohli and Rohit has sparked exciteme??nt, with fans expecting a well-rounded performance from India.

Moreover, Bumrah’s return to Test cr??icket after an in?jury layoff has added to the anticipation, as fans look forward to seeing the star pacer back in action. With a formidable combination of spin and pace, and a strong batting order, expectations are high for India to start the series on a winning note.

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The T20 World Cup 2024 has reached its thrilling semifinal stage. In the first semifinal, South Africa crushed Afghanistan by nine wickets at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad, securing their place in the final. Now, all eyes are on the second semifinal, where India and England wil?l lock horns at the Providence Stad??ium in Guyana.

Brad Hogg’s bold prediction for T20 World Cup 2024 winner

Former Australian spinner Brad Hogg has made a bold prediction about the tournament’s winner, expressing his belief that South Africa will clinch the trophy. Speaking on Star Sports Press Room Show, Hogg praised South Africa’s balanced squad and strong spin options, highlighting their undefeated run in the tournament so far. South Africa’s victories in the tournament include thrilling wins against Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, England and the co-host West Indies.

“I think it is going to be South Africa and they have got a really strong squad, good spin with Shamsi and Maharaj. I don’t plan on the big nations now, and I think they’ll have to go out there and play it out again instead and just have that confidence to go with the final side. I just think they’ve got the team balanced and they have got the aggression as well,” Hogg said.

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Praise for leadership

Hogg also commended Aiden Markram‘s ability to remain calm and composed as captain in high-pressure situations. Markram’s leadership has been a crucial factor in South Africa’s success, steering the team through close games and ensuring their place in the final.

“I really like Markram as the captain. He is correct and very composed. And I also think, we are going to win as a very well-composed team, not panicking and just setting the right conditions,” Hogg concluded.

Quest for ICC title

South Africa, along with India, remains undefeated in the tournament. However, the Proteas have a history of struggling in knockout matches. Despite reaching the semifinals of T20 World Cups seven times, they have never made it to the final until now. This year’s performance marks their first appearance in a T20 World Cup final, and the team will be determined to clinch their maiden ICC title.

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The league stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is nearing its conclusion, with the top teams preparing to advance to the Super 8 stage. While a few teams are still battling for their spots, the majority have secured their place in the next phase of the tournament. The Super 8 stage promises to be thrilling, featuring some of the world’s best cricketing nations, with the competition intensifying as teams vie for a place in the semi-finals.

Brad Hogg predicts the finalists

Brad Hogg, the former Australian cricketer, has picked two sides from the Super 8?? stage to meet in the grand finale. He expressed his hopes for a final showdown between India?? and Australia. Hogg highlighted the strength of both teams, noting their performances in the Super 8 group.

“In the Super 8s, Australia and India have got Bangladesh (yet to qualify) and Afghanistan, and you expect both teams to beat Afghanistan and Bangladesh and move through to the semi-finals. Hopefully, that does happen. It sets it up for the possibility of Australia and India in a grand final which I’d absolutely love to happen,” said Hogg on Star Sports.

Hogg believed Australia have an advantage in their first Super 8 match against India because they have been acclimatizing to the slow and challenging conditions in the West Indies, while the Indian team have been playing in New York, where the pitches have offered seam movement, disrupting their batters’ rhythm.

“That first game between Australia and India in the Super 8s, the advantage would have to be to Australia because they’ve been playing in the West Indies where it’s been difficult, it’s been slow. Whereas the Indian team has been playing in New York where there’s been some seam movement, the batters haven’t been able to get their rhythm, and also they’re coming from IPL where they were playing on a lot of flat wickets,” he added.

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Teams shine to qualify for Super 8 stage

Notably, India and Australia have demonstrated strong performances in the league stage, securing their spots in the Super 8 stage with impressive victorie??s. The two cricketing giants will face off again on June 24 in St. Lucia, setting the stage for what promises to be a highly anticipated clash. Both teams have shown exceptional form, making their way through the league stage with confidence, and are expected to advance further in the tournament.

A recap of their last encounter

The last time India ?and Australia met was in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, where Australia emerged victorious, defeating India to claim the title. This victory added to Australia’s recent dominance over India, having also triumphed in the final of the World Test Championship last year. The upcoming Super 8 match will be a rematch that cricket fans around the world are eagerly anticipating, with both teams looking to assert their superiority once again.

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Former Australian cricketer Brad Hogg has expressed his dissatisfaction with Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) decision to trade for Cameron Green from Mumbai Indians (MI).

Green, who had a productive season with MI in 2023, scoring 452 runs and taking six wickets in 16 matches was traded to RCB. The franchise acquired the Australian all-rounder for a substantial amount of 17.5 crores, a mo??ve that Hogg believes is questionable.

RCB’s controversial trade: Brad Hogg questions Cameron Green’s move

In a video on his Instagram profile, the ex-spinner stated that RCB might have been influenced by the fear of Green being expensive in the auction, leading them to make a hasty decision. Hogg criticized the choice, pointing out that RCB has already made significant investments in their bowling lineup and may now face budget constraints for securing quality bowlers. He suggested that Green might have been better suited to anot??her franchise.

“Is he worth it? RCB, I am looking at their line-up. I think this is a poor choice. Nothing against Green’s talent. He was good for Mumbai Indians last year. But if you look at RCB’s list, they spend big on their batting line-up. They don’t have enough cash there to spend on enough quality bowlers. If you want to win the IPL, you need quality bowlers to defend totals and set the games up. I think this is a poor choice from RCB and Green could have been suitable at some other club,” Hogg said.

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MI’s strategic move: Brad Hogg commends Mumbai Indians

Hogg also commended MI for effectively utilizing the trade, freeing up a substantial amount of 17.5 crores in their budget. The Mumbai-based franchise then invested 15 crores to bring back Hardik Pandya from Gujarat Titans (GT) and added an extra 2.5 crores to their kitty for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction.

“Mumbai Indians, they threw Cameron Green out there for a little bit of trade bait, trying to free up some cash to get Hardik Pandya into their squad. It worked a treat. RCB couldn’t resist. They swooped in there, not wanting Green to go back into the auction thinking they might have had a little bit more to pay for the all-rounder,” the Australian stalwart concluded.

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Former Australia spinner Brad Hogg has expressed his disagreement with the ICC’s decision to fine England all-rounder Moeen Ali for breaching the Code of Conduct during the Day 2 of the first Ashes Test against Australia at Edgbaston ?on Saturday (June 17). Hogg believes that the 25% fine imposed on Ali is an overspin, ??suggesting that the punishment is excessive considering the nature of the incident.

Moeen, who was making his return to the Test side after his initial retirement in 2021, was found to have breached Article 2.20 of the ICC Code of Conduct for P?layers and Player Support Personnel, which relates to displaying conduct that is contrary to the spirit of the game.

Moeen, battling a callused spinning finger due to his considerable work??load already in this match, s??prayed his right hand with a drying agent on the boundary before coming on to bowl the 89th over on Saturday.

The ICC released a statement, confirming that they’ve found Moeen guilty of breaching Article 2.20 of the Code of Conduct. The charge was leveled by on-field umpires Ahsan Raza and Marais Erasmus, with support from third umpire Chris Gaffaney and fourth umpire Mike Burns.

“Moeen Ali w?as found to have breached Article 2.20 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to displa??ying conduct that is contrary to the spirit of the game,�/em> ICC said in a media release.