Adelaide, January 23:

India captain Anil Kumble said today he was hoping to end his Test career on Australian soil on a high note with a series-equalling win in the fourth Test at Adelaide Oval.

The 37-year-old veteran of 124 Tests is certain the Test starting from Thursday will be his last in Australia, as it is also likely to be for star batsmen Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid (both 34), Sourav Ganguly (35) and even VVS Laxman (33).

“For sure, this will be my last one in Australia so it’ll be nice to go back with a victory,” Kumble said. “It’s been fantastic, this is my third trip to Australia and I’ve really enjoyed all three visits.” Adelaide hold a special place in Kumble’s heart, for both personal and team reasons.

It was here India won by four wickets in 2003 to level the series, and that a recalled Kumble produced his breakthrough performance on Australian soil with six wickets.

Down 2-1 after their shock win in the third Test in Perth, Kumble wants his team to win here and square the series for the second time in as many Australian tours. Although they can’t regain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Kumble said a win would provide a further shot in the arm for Indian cricket.