The Sydney pitch has a "huge connection" to the Indian conditions, said Australia skipper Pat Cummins ahead of the third Test against South Africa, hoping it will provide his side ideal preparation for their upcoming red-ball series in India.
Australia have typically struggled in subcontinent conditions and a dry, spinning surface is expected at the SCG, keeping in mind the upcoming tour of India in February.
"It's a huge connection to India," Cummins told reporters on Tuesday.
"Fast bowling and reverse swing is going to come into it, which we can expect in India. Probably get more spin overs here, our batters are probably going to face more spin here as well, so it's a really good connection.
"Even personally, captaining here might be a little different to the last few Test matches," he added.
Australia are eyeing a WTC final in June before taking on arch-rivals England in the five-Test Ashes campaign.
"It's been a big driver for us over the last couple of years. I think playing in London (in) a final against India, say, at a neutral venue, that's really exciting."