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They had lost 0-4 during their last tour to India and were blanked 0-3 by Sri Lanka on their previous tour to Asia.

Australia thus have their task cut out though they seem better prepared this time after training for two weeks in Dubai and then warming up with a three-day game in Mumbai.

They have left-handed opener David Warner in the form of his life and skipper Steve Smith has been consistent.

Smith has always excelled against India.

Pune is hosting its first ever Test match. The pitch will be a bit of mystery to both the sides. Curator Pandurang Salgaoncar expects some bounce and lateral movement.

India are likely to make at least one change in the playing XI from the last Test against Bangladesh.

Off-spinner Jayant Yadav may come in to bolster the spin department. Leftarm chinaman Kuldeep Yadav may also get a look in.