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The first test match of the last-ever four-match Border Gavaskar series is scheduled to begin today. India will look to defend its title as it hosts Australia in its backyard. More importantly, India needs to win the series 3-1, 3-0 or 4-0 to cement its place in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2021-23 final. It’s the first-ever Border Gavaskar series for Rohit Sharma and Australia’s Pat Cummins as captain of their respective side. While India is deemed the favourite to win the series, Australia would be brimming with confidence after its back-to-back test series win in the sub-continent against Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

If you are wondering how and where to watch India vs Australia series online and on TV, here’s everything you need to know about the streaming rights and broadcasting details in India:

India vs Australia 1st test match: venue, India time

• Time: 09:30 AM (IST)
• Venue: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur

India vs Australia live streaming rights

India vs Australia test series live-streaming rights has been bagged by the Star Sports Network. The media company will be responsible for showing the viewers all the test and ODI matches in the series on several TV channels and on its OTT platform, Disney Plus Hotstar. Cricket fans will also have the provision to watch the games in their preferred language.

How to watch India vs Australia live online

Disney Plus Hotstar will be the one-stop hub for watching the India vs Australia series online. Users can either download the Disney Plus Hotstar mobile app on their mobile phones or log in to the platform’s official website during the match timings to watch the clash between India and Australia. The platform comes in various subscription tiers which users will have to purchase in order to access live matches and other content such as original shows, movies, documentaries, etc.

The subscription plans of Disney+ Hotstar are as follows:

Those interested in watching India vs Australia series online can go with either of the plans depending on their video quality preferences.

3 ways to get Disney Plus Hotstar subscription for free

Various brands and services offer a Disney Plus Hotstar subscription as a free perk with their offerings. So in case you’re not willing to shell out money on a subscription plan, have a look at these free ways to access Disney+ Hotstar.

1. JioFiber

Users with a JioFiber broadband connection can avail a free Disney+ Hotstar subscription by recharging with the Rs 999 and above plans. This particular plan gets you 150Mbps of download and upload speeds along with access to several other OTT platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Sony LIV, ZEE5, and more.

2. TimesPrime membership

With a TimesPrime membership, users are entitled to a bunch of services and premium apps such as Sony LIV, Google One, Urban Company, and many more. Among these offerings, the program also offers a free 12-month Disney Plus Hotstar Super subscription which users can avail by redeeming a code. So in case the membership interests you, the program will set you back Rs 999.

3. Mobile recharge plans with Disney+ Hotstar

Following are the Airtel and Vi prepaid recharge plans that offer free access to Disney Plus Hotstar:

Airtel prepaid recharge plans with Disney+ Hotstar

• Rs 399 Airtel recharge plan – 3 months Disney+ Hotstar, 2.5GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 28 days validity
• Rs 499 Airtel recharge plan – 3 months Disney+ Hotstar, 3GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 28 days validity
• Rs 719 Airtel recharge plan – 3 months Disney+ Hotstar, 1.5GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 84 days validity
• Rs 779 Airtel recharge plan – 3 months Disney+ Hotstar, 1.5GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 90 days validity
• Rs 839 Airtel recharge plan – 3 months Disney+ Hotstar, 2GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 84 days validity
• Rs 999 Airtel recharge plan – 3 months Disney+ Hotstar, 2.5GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 84 days validity

Vi prepaid recharge plans with Disney+ Hotstar

• Rs 399 Vi recharge plan – 3 months Disney+ Hotstar, 2.5GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 28 days validity
• Rs 499 Airtel recharge plan – 12 months Disney+ Hotstar, 2GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 28 days validity
• Rs 601 Vi recharge plan – 12 months Disney+ Hotstar, 3GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 28 days validity
• Rs 901 Vi recharge plan – 12 months Disney+ Hotstar, 3GB/day, unlimited calling, 100 SMS/day, 70 days validity

How to watch India vs Australia live on TV

The India vs Australia series will be live broadcasted on several TV channels under the Star Sports network. Apart from English and Hindi commentary, viewers will also be able to enjoy the broadcast in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada languages. Since these channels may not come pre-loaded with the default DTH packs and combos, users may have to purchase a dedicated sports plan or add the channels of their choice to their current plan.

Star Sports channels price in India

• Star Sports 1 | Rs 22.42
• Star Sports 1 HD | Rs 22.42
• Star Sports 1 Hindi | Rs 22.42
• Star Sports 1 HD Hindi | Rs 22.42
• Star Sports 1 Telugu | Rs 22.42
• Star Sports 1 Kannada | Rs 22.42
• Star Sports 1 Tamil | Rs 20.06

Star Sports channel name and number

DD Free Dish

Users having a DD Free Dish set-top box installed at their home can view India vs Australia series on Doordarshan Sports (DD Sports) on channel number 77.

India test squad vs Australia

The following players have been selected for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy test series:

Border Gavaskar trophy winners and defending champion

India currently holds the Border Gavaskar trophy after its historic win in Australia in the 2020-21 series. Here are all the winners of the trophy since the inception of the Border Gavaskar series: