It all started on September 22, 2015, with the first Test match between India and New Zealand at Kanpur. It was also 500th Test match, a felicitation ceremony for former Indian captains including the legendary Ajit Wadekar and a win to kick off the long home season comprising of 13 Test matches.
Five months on and now we have reached the final phase of the home season.
The arduous Test series between India and Australia starts from Thursday (February 23) and it is undoubtedly the most awaited series of the season.
On one side, there is the home team India which will look to continue the unbeaten streak in the home season whereas Australia will look to row the boat upstream as it will be a laborious task for them as they are stacked up against the odds.
The success of both teams will depend on few of the key players. So here are five players to look out for in the series –