Raipur
Win Projections to be updated soon
Hayden noted that three out of the five venues – Perth, Adelaide, and Melbourne – have drop-in pitches, with Adelaide hosting a day-night Test that could prove challenging under twilight conditions. He highlighted the unpredictable nature of Australian pitches, making it difficult for teams to dominate games.
Australia has struggled against India in recent series, losing their grip on the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and suffering defeats at their fortress in Brisbane. Hayden anticipates a closely contested series between the top-ranked Test teams, with runs playing a crucial role in determining the outcome.
Hayden praised Jaiswal’s strokeplay but cautioned that he would need to adjust to the bounce and size of Australian grounds. He emphasized the need for world-class players like Jaiswal to make necessary adjustments to succeed in challenging conditions.
