The Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 concluded in disarray for India, as the visitors succumbed to a 1-3 series defeat. This marked a second consecutive Test series loss, extinguishing their hopes of qualifying for the World Test Championship final. Fans and experts alike have voiced their disappointment over the team's lackluster performances across the five matches.

Three seasoned analysts-- Avinash Sharma (MyKhel Editor), S. Kannan, and Indranil Basu -- have rated the Indian players and coach Gautam Gambhir on their performances throughout the series. The ratings are an indicator of individual contributions, or lack thereof, during this tumultuous campaign

Indian players ratings for BGT 2024-25 — From left: Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Virat Kohli (Photos: PTI)

India Players and Coach Ratings for BGT 2024-25

Jasprit Bumrah

Bumrah was a rare bright spot for India, claiming 32 wickets across nine innings, including three five-wicket hauls, with a best spell of 6/76. His wicket-haul is the best-ever in the history of the series as he matches Harbhajan Singh's 24-year-old record, while also being the best haul by a rival bowler on Australian soil. He terrorised some of the best Australian batters throughout the series and is undoubtedly the best bowler in the world.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 9.5/10
S. Kannan: 10/10
Indranil Basu: 9.5/10

Virat Kohli

Kohli's solitary century (100*) wasn't enough to compensate for his underwhelming series. The former skipper averaged just 23.75, accumulating 190 runs in nine innings. His struggles against Australia's pace attack and compulsion to nudge the ball outside off-stump led to a lack of consistency and drew criticism from fans and experts alike. The question that is being raised now is if we deserve a spot in the Indian team anymore.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 4/10
S. Kannan: 5/10
Indranil Basu: 3.5/10

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Rohit Sharma

The Indian skipper had a nightmare series, managing only 31 runs across five innings at an abysmal average of 6.20. His middle- and top-order failures were a significant factor in India's batting collapse, leading to widespread criticism of his leadership and form. His leadership was questioned further as he couldn't build on the momentum from the first Test win under Bumrah while the rumours of him losing the dressing room before the Sydney Test, made his failure as a leader apparent.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 1/10
S. Kannan: 0/10
Indranil Basu: 0/10

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Jaiswal showcased potential with 391 runs in the series, including a splendid 161 in the first Tes. As India's top scorer of the series, he offered a glimpse of the future with his aggressive yet composed approach while his opening stand with KL Rahul in Perth is among the highlights from the series from India. However, his efforts weren't enough to turn the tide in India's favour while many expected him to be consistent with the momentum built early in the series.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 6.5/10
S. Kannan: 6/10
Indranil Basu: 6/10

KL Rahul

KL Rahul had a mixed series, managing two fifties but lacking the consistency needed in critical moments. With 276 runs at an average of 30.66, his contribution may seem above par compared to the rest of the Indian batting line-up. However, his failure to convert the good starts into big knocks and drop in form in the latter half of the series is where he lost ground.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 5/10
S. Kannan: 4/10
Indranil Basu: 4.5/10

Also read: Most Runs in Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 after Final Test: Top 10 and Teamwise Top Run Scores in India vs Australia Series

Ravindra Jadeja

After kept on the bench for the first half of the series, Ravindra Jadeja was expected to be the wild card for India once he scored half century in the Gabba, which crucially allowed India to draw the match in a rain-soaked affair. However, from that point on his all-round contributions were below his usual standards.

With the bat, he scored 135 runs at an average of 27, while with the ball, he managed only four wickets throughout the series. His underwhelming performance left a gap in India's balance, especially when he was expected to be the lead spinner once R Ashwin called it a day.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 5/10
S. Kannan: 4/10
Indranil Basu: 3/10

R. Ashwin

From losing his spot in the playing 11 to announcing a shock retirement midway through the series, R Ashwin was surely a surprise nobody saw coming. However, with just a wicket to his name in Perth and struggles with the bat meant the writing was on the wall as far as his place in the team was concerned. An intelligent and well-versed man like Ashwin anna knew it was the right time!

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 3/10
S. Kannan: 9/10
Indranil Basu: 2/10

Gautam Gambhir

The head coach faced intense scrutiny for some tactical blunders, poor player motivation, and his inability to steer the team out of adversity. His tenure during this series has been widely regarded as a failure given how India's form has slumped under him since he took charge from Rahul Dravid last year. This embarrassingly includes ODI series loss to Sri Lanka and whitewash at home to Kiwis. It may not be wrong to assume that the young coach's days at the helm of the team could be numbered.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 2.5/10
S. Kannan: 0/10
Indranil Basu: 1/10

Also read: Most Wickets in Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 after final Test: Top 10 Leading Wicket-Taker and Teamwise Top 5 in India vs Australia Series

Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill struggled throughout the series, failing to make a mark in most of his innings. With just 93 runs at a paltry average of 18.60, his performances raised concerns over his place in the team. His inability to convert starts into significant scores proved detrimental to India's cause. His 31 in the first innings of the final Test was his highest score of the series while experts often pointed out flaws in his technique.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 1/10
S. Kannan: 2/10
Indranil Basu: 3.5/10

Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant’s series was a mixed bag. While his firework-filled 61 for the losing cause delighted the fan only but only delayed the inevitable. While his inconsistency was evident, Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar's on-air remark of calling him 'stupid!' for poor shot-selection may stick with him for a while. Nevertheless, scoring 255 runs at an average of 28.33, Pant couldn't bring his mojo of last Australian tour that established him as the new star of Indian cricket.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 5/10
S. Kannan: 7/10
Indranil Basu: 4/10

Washington Sundar

Washington Sundar was one of the few Indian players who showed some promise, especially with the bat lower down the order. Scoring 114 runs with a highest of 50, his all-round performance was relatively steady. However, his role with the ball was underwhelming, and his inability to provide breakthroughs when needed hurt India's chances. Sundar has potential, but his performances were far from game-changing.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 4.5/10
S. Kannan: 4/10
Indranil Basu: 3/10

Dhruv Jurel

Dhruv Jurel was given limited opportunities, but when he did play in the first Test, his performances were below the expected level. Scoring just 38 runs in 6 innings, his contributions with the bat were minimal while failing to grab the opportunity by both hands. Jurel's lack of impact in the series while other senior players were waiting to grab his spot, led to his lower rating across all analysts. He’ll need to work on his consistency if he’s to secure a permanent place in the squad.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 4/10
S. Kannan: 3/10
Indranil Basu: 0/10

Harshit Rana

Harshit Rana's performance was one of the more disappointing ones from India's bowling attack. Though he showed glimpses of promise, his inability to pick up wickets consistently and his poor strike rate earned him low ratings. With just 1 wicket in 3 innings, Rana failed to make any meaningful contribution in the series.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 4/10
S. Kannan: 5/10
Indranil Basu: 2/10

Mohammed Siraj

Mohammed Siraj was inconsistent throughout the series despite the fact that he was second highest wicket-taker for India. With the conditions suiting a seam bowler like him, the pacer failed to be the partner Bumrah would have wanted from the other end. While his aggression was evident at times, his inability to sustain pressure on the Australian batters resulted in India losing key moments in the series. His overall lack of impact in the match-winning scenarios led to a fairly low rating.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 4/10
S. Kannan: 6/10
Indranil Basu: 5/10

Akash Deep

Akash Deep’s role in the series was primarily that of a support bowler, but his lack of breakthroughs meant that he couldn’t make an impact. With just 5 wickets in his limited appearances, Deep's performances left much to be desired. For someone who is touring Australia for the first time, Akash failed to challenge Australians effectively while he could have been a trump card after his good show in the tour matches before with India A.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 3/10
S. Kannan: 4/10
Indranil Basu: 3.5/10

Prasidh Krishna

Playing limited role on the you and patiently waiting for his chance, Prasidh Krishna wasn't someone whose performance stood out. While he showed promise with his raw pace and aggression, Krishna did impress with five wickets in the Sydney Test. Perhaps, he could have been the partner Bumrah needed but earlier in the series but there's no way we will get to know that now.

Ratings:

Avinash Sharma: 5/10
S. Kannan: 6/10
Indranil Basu: 4/10

While Jasprit Bumrah shone as a beacon of hope, most senior players, including captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, failed to inspire. Emerging players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Kumar Reddy offered glimpses of potential but couldn’t turn the tide. The disappointment extended to the management, with coach Gambhir receiving the brunt of the criticism.

India now faces the daunting task of regrouping and rebuilding ahead of future challenges, as fans call for a systemic overhaul in the team's approach