The Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 is set to kick off on November 22 in Perth, and all eyes are on Pat Cummins, Australia’s pace spearhead and captain, as he leads his team in this highly anticipated series. Known for his exceptional leadership across formats, Cummins has proven himself on the global stage time and again.
Cummins’s Test captaincy record
In Test cricket, Cummins has led Australia in 28 matches, securing 17 wins, 6 losses, and 5 draws, boasting an impressive win percentage of 73.91. His strategic approach and ability to inspire his team have made him one of the most successful Test captains in recent years.
Test captaincy stats:
- Matches: 28
- Wins: 17
- Losses: 6
- Draws: 5
- Win percentage: 73.91
Success in ODIs
Cummins has been equally effective in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), leading Australia to victory in 13 out of 17 matches, including a triumphant World Cup campaign in 2023. With a win percentage of 76.47, he has established himself as a dominant force in the 50-over format.
ODI captaincy stats:
- Matches: 17
- Wins: 13
- Losses: 4
- Win percentage: 76.47
International captaincy overview
Cummins has captained Australia in 45 international matches, achieving 30 wins and maintaining an overall win percentage of 66.66. This record reflects his consistency and adaptability across formats.
Overall international captaincy stats:
- Matches: 45
- Wins: 30
- Losses: 10
- Draws: 5
- Win percentage: 66.66
Captaincy in IPL
In IPL 2024, Cummins took on the role of captain for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for the first time. Under his leadership, SRH qualified for the playoffs, with a respectable win percentage of 56.25.
IPL captaincy stats:
- Matches: 16
- Wins: 9
- Losses: 7
- Win percentage: 56.25
T20I captaincy
Cummins has not yet captained Australia in T20 Internationals, leaving room for future possibilities in the shortest format.
As Cummins gears up to lead Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, his stellar captaincy record across formats underscores his ability to perform under pressure. With his strategic acumen and on-field leadership, the series promises to be a thrilling contest.