Australian batsman Travis Head has expressed support for Rohit Sharma's decision to prioritize family over the first Test. Head acknowledged the sacrifices cricketers make and emphasized the importance of cherishing personal milestones.

The match simulation allowed the players the freedom to make frequent movements between the nets and the centre wicket, and Virat Kohli made the most of it. India’s star batter’s first essay didn’t go as planned as he got out within 15-20 minutes after scoring only 15 runs.

Before the India vs Australia Border-Gavaskar Trophy gets underway, here’s a look at the records that Virat Kohli can break in the series Down Under in conditions that have always suited his batting.

Ahead of the opener, Australia legend Michael Clarke made a massive prediction for Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant.

Michael Clarke predicted that Virat Kohli has to be the leading run-getter in the series if India aim to win the series against Australia. He also said that Rishabh Pant also has to be right behind Kohli and make an impact.