Read about what Shane Watson had to say on Cheteshwar Pujara's position in the Indian squad for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, only on CricTracker.

Once a mainstay in the Indian Test setup, Cheteshwar Pujara hasn't played for Rohit Sharma and Co. since the World Test Championship final in June 2023. The veteran batter was pivotal in India's historical wins in 2018-19,

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.

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) stands as a highly contested rivalry in Test cricket since its inception in 1996. India holds a slight edge with 24 wins in 56 matches. Home advantage has played a crucial role,

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.