After falling short in the 2021 and 2023 finals, India will be driven by a strong desire to finally claim the title in the WTC final scheduled to be played at Lord’s from June 11, 2025.

India have recorded many memorable Test wins against Australia in their history and their Mohali win against them was truly one of the special ones.

Australia coach Andrew McDonald thinks the top six batsmen who finished the last test season are likely to start the much-anticipated five-match series against India later this year, but not necessarily in the same order.

A 6ft 2in tall fast bowler, Beardman was the standout performer in the Under-19 World Cup earlier this year, winning the Player of the Match award in Australia’s victory over India in the final in Benoni.

India favourites to play final again, Bazball's chance takes a hit, Australia, New Zealand and Sri Lanka stay in the hunt.