Australia's mouthwatering clash with India sees the two behemoths of the modern game go head-to-head in five tests over six weeks with the tourists eyeing a third straight series triumph Down Under. Only England in the 1880s,

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Following are facts and figures ahead of the five-match test series between Australia and India, which begins on Friday: FIXTURES First test: Nov. 22-26, Perth Stadium Second test (day-night): Dec. 6-10,