India, Bangladesh Begin Test Series on Sept. 19

India's hockey rivalry with Pakistan was reignited with a 2-1 victory for India in the Asian Champions Trophy, showcasing the historical significance and competitive spirit that characterized their encounters in the past. Despite a decline in Pakistan's hockey performance over the years, the match highlighted the enduring passion between the two nations. Meanwhile, in cricket, India is set to face Bangladesh in a two-match Test series, starting September 19, where they aim to maintain their dominance over Bangladesh, having not lost a single Test match against them since 2000. Ravichandran Ashwin stands on the brink of breaking records during this series, needing just 14 wickets to surpass Nathan Lyon's record in the ICC World Test Championship. Concurrently, England and Australia are preparing for a five-match ODI series, significant for both teams as they gear up for the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025. Historical data reveals that Australia has won the majority of their ODI encounters against England, setting the stage for an exciting contest ahead.