Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series starting November 22, Usman Khawaja emphasized the intense rivalry between India and Australia, noting that Indians take great pride in defeating Australia in any cricket format. Both teams are currently the top two in Test cricket, having recently competed together in the World Test Championship. Khawaja highlighted India's recent successes in Australia, having won the last two Test series on Australian soil, and described the rivalry as a sign of mutual respect. Josh Hazlewood echoed this sentiment, referring to the challenge of playing against a strong Indian batting lineup in their home conditions. The upcoming five-match series in Australia will be crucial for both teams, with India aiming for a hat-trick of series wins. The matches will take place across various cities, including Perth and Adelaide.