Australia vs India Test series: 5 interesting things to look forward

#2. Verbals after Kohli leaves?

Australia v India - 2nd Test: Day 4

Indian captain Virat Kohli will return to India after the first Test to be with his wife and their first child. In all likelihood, Ajinkya Rahane will lead India for the remaining three Tests.

India will miss not just one of their best batsmen but also a fearless leader who fights fire with fire. The Aussies, known for their verbal exchanges, might not use that strategy while Kohli is available for the first Test. But will Tim Paine’s men try to get under the skins of the Indian team for the remaining three Test matches?

If they do, the way this Indian team responds adds to an exciting subplot within a bigger picture. It will be interesting to see if Tim Paine’s men try to get under the skins of the Indian team under Ajinkya Rahane for the remaining three Test matches. If they engage in lip service, the way this Indian team responds add to an exciting subplot within a bigger picture.

#3. India’s first D/N Test overseas

Australia v New Zealand - 1st Test: Day 4

India will play their first Day-Night Test away from home, that too against a side that boasts an incredible 100% win record. Australia has played seven Tests under lights and has steamrolled the opposition in each of them.

Fast bowlers from both teams will enjoy the conditions. The batting gets difficult in the final session whenthe floodlights take over. The likes of Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins have moved the pink ball both ways under lights. But how will their batsmen tackle Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Shami under lights?

Good luck to batsmen from both teams then.