On previous tours Down Under, India have twice played opening Tests in November. India lost both those Tests, both at the Gabba in Brisbane.

When Sanjay Manjrekar predicted that Mohammad Shami would not attract big bids, this is how the paceman responded.

'If he can get into that mindset -- which he has; he has got a lot of skill, a lot of flair and works hard on his game.'

'He is a tall bowler and he will be able to generate bounce.' 'What goes in his favour is also his ability to get movement.'

'The ball is different, the wicket is different. But I think we know that. I think we are ready mentally.'

Rain is expected to influence the first morning of play on Friday, with a 25% chance of showers forecast.

'Jassi is a guy that immediately put his hand up and he wanted that leadership role.'

'Intensity and target. Fielding Coach T Dilip describes #TeamIndia's fielding drill in Perth.'

Tendulkar urged people to use their voting rights, saying that it is their responsibility.

Rishabh Pant strongly refuted Sunil Gavaskar's claims that he might have quit Delhi Capitals following disagreements over his retention fee.

Glimpses from Team India's nets in Perth on Tuesday.

His century in the Perth Test during the 2018-2019 series is rated by many as his finest, which Virat Kohli also acknowledges as his best in Australia.

'Having performed on these grounds, he'll feel that extra bit of confidence.' 'Of course, you need a bit of luck at the start, but if he gets off to a good start, he will get big runs.'

Can the young trio of Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Akash Deep leave a mark in the Border Gavaskar Trophy series?

The Champions Trophy tour kicked off in Islamabad on Saturday before it touched down in Taxila and Khanpur on Sunday.

Langer remains hopeful for Kohli's comeback, saying, "I just hope, if this is the last time (Kohli) is out here, people enjoy it because he is a superstar."

The Indian players enjoyed their weekend exploring Perth as they enjoyed some time off after the practice session.

K L Rahul eases concerns surrounding his fitness ahead of the first Test against Australia, starting in Perth, by batting comfortably in the nets on Sunday.

The Indian team management has decided to retain Devdutt Padikkal, who was part of the India A team, as a backup for the senior team in Australia.

Former captain Sourav Ganguly wants the BCCI to immediately send Mohammed Shami to join the Indian team in Australia, even if he is unable to play in the Perth Test.