Virat Kohli is the first India batter to reach Australia as the former India captain landed in Perth on Sunday evening. Kohli travelled before the first batch of players, who left from Mumbai on November 10.

Virat Kohli landed in Perth ahead of the 1st Test vs Australia, starting November 22. The jumbo squad left in two batches and Kohli was the first Indian player to arrive in Australia.

Nathan McSweeney is poised to make his Test debut as Usman Khawaja's opening partner in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. The South Australian batter earned his spot after impressing selectors with his recent performances in domestic cricket and for Australia A.

Virat Kohli's pic on the poster of the banner for the India-Australia series sparked debate on social media. Rohit Sharma is the present captain of Team India but the broadcaster used Virat's pic. Jasprit Bumrah is the vice-captain and will lead India if Rohit misses a game.

Former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist has questioned the selection of Nathan McSweeney as opener for the first Test against India, suggesting that Josh Inglis, currently a reserve batter, should be considered for the role.