Australia's legendary opener, David Warner, has issued a cautionary message to India following their recent 3-0 series defeat at the hands of New Zealand. India, who suffered their first-ever whitewash on home soil, now face a stiff challenge as they prepare for the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.

Warner, who recently retired from international cricket, expressed concern over India's ability to face Australia’s world-class pace trio and spinner. He remarked, “I’d be nervous if I was a batter in the Indian team line-up when facing Australia in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, following the subpar performances in the recent 3-0 series loss to New Zealand.”

The whitewash delivered by New Zealand not only rattled India but also gave Australia a psychological boost ahead of their upcoming five-Test series against the Men in Blue. Speaking to Fox Sports, Warner lauded New Zealand’s efforts, especially their ability to capitalize on early breakthroughs.

“That was absolutely remarkable from New Zealand. And congratulations to Tom (Latham) and the guys there. I look back at that first Test that they played, and they took some amazing catches, and that sets the tone. If you are taking catches like that and you get that upper hand and you lead the series one-nil, it’s big. I know how tough it is to win over there. What they’ve just done is absolutely outstanding, and credit to them,” Warner said.

Looking ahead to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Warner offered some advice to the Australian team. He emphasized the importance of surviving India’s pace attack, which includes the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Shami, and Mohammed Siraj.

“The Australian top order needs to make runs. They’ve got Mohammed Shami, who’s currently on the road to recovery with the knee – he potentially could be out here with the team – and you have Bumrah and Siraj who are their spearheads. I think if Australia can get through those two gentlemen, there could be some big runs put on the board,” said Warner.

He concluded by reminding Australia of the challenge that lies ahead, acknowledging that India will be eager to prove themselves after their recent failures. “We’re going to have to come out with our chest out against India. We have lost our last two series here against India, and they have got a lot to play for,” Warner remarked.