Mitchell Starc turned heads during Australia’s practice session ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 by using a unique ball with one red and one white half.
The specialized ball is said to enhance hand-eye coordination and generate significant swing, giving batters a challenging practice experience.
Starc, renowned for his ability to swing the white ball—a cricket ball known for minimal lateral movement—provides invaluable preparation for Australian batters ahead of the five-match Test series against India.
Facing his skills with the dual-colored ball ensures the batters are ready to tackle challenging swinging deliveries.
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Reports suggest the Indian team has struggled against lateral movement during match simulations in Perth, a potential vulnerability Australia may look to exploit.
Preparing swing-friendly pitches could be a strategy to capitalize on this weakness. However, such a move carries risks, as India’s bowling lineup is also adept at exploiting swing-friendly conditions.
This focus on swing preparation highlights the tactical depth of both teams as they gear up for what promises to be a thrilling contest.
Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025 schedule
| Date | Test Match | Venue | Start Time (IST) |
| Fri, 22 Nov ’24 | 1st Test | Perth | 07:50 |
| Fri, 06 Dec ’24 | 2nd Test | Adelaide | 09:30 |
| Sat, 14 Dec ’24 | 3rd Test | Brisbane | 05:50 |
| Thu, 26 Dec ’24 | 4th Test | Melbourne | 05:00 |
| Fri, 03 Jan ’25 | 5th Test | Sydney | 05:00 |