We will dominate Australia: Vijay

India opener Murali Vijay has issued a warning to Australia and offered some tips to his rivals ahead of this month's Qantas tour of India.

Vijay, who has recovered from the shoulder injury he sustained in the final Test against England in December, believes his team will “be dominating” Australia during the four-Test series, which gets underway in Pune on February 23.

"It looks like Australia have a new strategy for India tour as they have packed their squad with spinners,” Vijay told Indian media.

"What we have to do is to focus on our preparation.

"Aussies are a top side, but we have been playing a great brand of cricket for the past three years.

"I think we will be dominating the Aussies.

"Our approach would be winning the series four-nil."

Vijay said he was particularly looking forward to facing Australia spearhead Mitchell Starc, after losing his wicket to the lethal left-armer twice during India’s Test tour of Australia in 2014-15, including a three-ball duck during the fourth Test in Sydney in January 2015.

"I’m up for the challenge.

"I have a strong belief in my ability and I’m sure it will hold me in good stead. I’m also working on a few aspects to enhance my game."

Asked to describe the adjustments he makes to his approach in order to thrive in different conditions, Vijay’s response could provide some tips the Australians may wish to take on board as they look for a way to thrive in the subcontinent.

"Your stance is where it all begins. I do make subtle adjustments.

"For instance, when I bat in Australia where the bounce is more, I stand more upright.

"In India, where the ball doesn't bounce as much, I am more crouched so that I get on top of the ball.

"Adjusting your footwork to the pitch at the start of an innings on day one as an opener can be hard.

"The best is to always look for the full ball. Your natural instincts will take care of the short delivery."

The 32-year-old right-hander also went into detail about changes he is making to his own game as India look to strengthen their grip on the No.1 Test ranking.

"It is my balance at the crease, the essence really.

"I did forward press against England in a couple of Tests and it did not work for me.

"I was getting into trouble when the ball bounced. Then I got back to my usual back and across movement.

"Good footwork, stable head, and bat swing are key elements. I have really worked on getting the swing of the bat straight.

"I have been a good back-foot player. Getting deep into your crease helps you but you cannot always do that when people bowl at 145 kmph.

"What you do then is to transfer your weight, effectively, whether to the front foot or the back."