Victoria quick James Pattinson has retired from international cricket in a surprise decision ahead of an Ashes series he looked set to play a part in.
Australia skipper Aaron Finch will be eager to post a competitive total against India, who can be extremely dangerous with the bat.
Mitchell Starc will certainly play a key role in determining Australia's fortunes, with his ability to bowl an inch-perfect yorker hailed by one and all.
The ICC World T20 2021 will begin on October 17 with the qualifiers while the Super 12 stage of the tournament will start on October 23.
Pakistan were bowled out for 59 and 53, a humiliating performance during the second Test against Australia in 2002.
An ECB board meeting on Friday approved the tour "subject to several critical conditions being met," regarding COVID restrictions.
Australia held their nerve to win by one run against India in the 1987 World Cup match in Chennai.
VVS Laxman suffered a back injury as he guided India to a thrilling one-wicket win against Australia on this day in 2010 in Mohali.
Rishabh Pant has hit centuries in Australia and England, something that MS Dhoni could not achieve in his career.
Many players are hesitant to travel because their families will be unable to accompany them due to Australia's strict restrictions.