The home Test series bodes for great importance in terms of Team India’s hopes of qualifying for the World Test Championship (WTC) final for the second time running.
The Men in Blue, who are placed second in the table, will have to etch out a win over the Aussies to pip the likes of South Africa and Sri Lanka.
Hoping to be reunited with Ravindra Jadeja to thwart Australia on home soil for the fourth time running, Ashwin said in an exclusive interaction with the New Indian Express:
Jadeja has been out of action since the 2022 Asia Cup, where he sustained a serious knee injury. He is likely to partake in the home series against New Zealand to prepare for the crucial set of contests against Australia.
Admitting that he had been dreaming about the series as well during his break, Ashwin added:
The clashes between the two rivals have always unearthed special moments. India came out as 2-1 winners in a memorable series, the last time Australia toured the nation.
“I want to be as excellent as I can be” - Ravichandran Ashwin
Even at the age of 36, Ravichandran Ashwin continues to be a vital cog in the red-ball setup, showcasing his worth in the recent tour of Bangladesh.
The veteran spinner was adjudged Player of the Match for his all-round exploits in the second Test in Mirpur, Dhaka.
Stating that he wants to be the best version of himself to tackle the Australians, Ashwin said:
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is scheduled to begin on February 9 with the first Test set to be hosted in Nagpur.
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