Thu Nov 21 23:05:02 UTC 2024: ## India Confident Despite Questions, Ready for Australia Test Battle
**Perth, Australia** – India is brimming with confidence ahead of the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia, starting tomorrow. Stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah, deputizing for the injured Rohit Sharma, addressed the media today, dismissing concerns about India’s readiness.
Bumrah emphasized the team’s thorough preparation, citing their early arrival in Australia and acclimatization period at the WACA. He brushed aside concerns about the inexperience of some players, pointing to previous successful tours where the team had even less preparation time. “We are very well prepared,” Bumrah stated, adding that the team is “mentally switched on” and ready to perform.
The captain also confirmed that the team has moved on from their recent series against New Zealand, stating that past results hold no bearing on this contest. “When you win you start from zero but when you lose, then also you also start from zero,” he said. He concluded by revealing that the playing XI has been finalized and will be announced tomorrow morning before the match commences. The cricketing world awaits with bated breath to see India’s chosen lineup for this crucial opening Test.
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