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Former Aussie opener Shane Watson supports Steve Smith opening in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy despite recent struggles. Watson believes Smith has the necessary skills and just needs minor technique adjustments.

Former all-rounder Shane Watson has confidence in Steve Smith's ability to excel as an opener despite recent form struggles. Watson also highlighted the resilience of Australia's fast bowlers ahead of the demanding Test series.

India will tour Australia for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy with the first Test scheduled to commence on November 22 in Perth. With the series garnering immense hype, there are several drawing board discussions going on social media and from former cricketers.

India's cricket team, aiming for a historic third consecutive series win in Australia, begins their tour on November 22. With a potent pace attack and a balanced batting line-up, India, led by Rohit Sharma,

Cheteshwar Pujara played a crucial role in India's historic Test series wins in Australia in 2018-19 and 2020-21, but the Asian giants won't feel his absence much, former all-rounder Shane Watson said.

India's resolves will be tested when they face Australia in a five match Test series starting from November. Rohit Sharma's men are currently leading the World Test Championship table and are the favourites to secure a place in the final for the third consecutive time.

Shane Watson backed the Indian pace attack to dominate Australia in their own backyard, provided the visiting bowlers are rotated well during what is expected to be a gruelling tour.

India’s series wins on each of their two pervious tours to Australia has added spice to the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which will comprise five Tests starting on November 22 in Perth. “India’s pace attack will be where they predominantly win that series.