Australia (AUS) will take on India (IND) in the first ODI of the three-match series on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Perth Stadium. The match will begin at 9:00 AM (IST) and will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network and streamed on JioCinema in India.
Match Details:
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Fixture: Australia vs India, 1st ODI, India Tour of Australia 2025
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Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025
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Time: 9:00 AM (IST)
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Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth
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Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and JioCinema (India); Fox Sports and Kayo Sports (Australia); Willow TV (USA); Sky Sports (UK)
Team Overview
Australia:
Australia enter this series after a mixed run in the 50-over format. They suffered a 2-1 series defeat to South Africa earlier this year and were eliminated in the semi-final of the Champions Trophy 2025 by India. Playing at home, the Aussies will look to reset and begin their summer campaign with renewed energy. The hosts are led by Mitchell Marsh, who will be keen to lead from the front and deliver consistent performances.
Australia’s batting unit, featuring Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, and Josh Phillippe, has the ability to post or chase down big totals if they find rhythm early. On the bowling front, experienced campaigners Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood will spearhead the pace attack, supported by Nathan Ellis, who is expected to make an impact in the middle and death overs.
India:
India arrive in Australia with tremendous confidence, having won both the Champions Trophy 2025 and the Asia Cup 2025 (T20 format). The Men in Blue have been on a dominant run in white-ball cricket, and this series gives them another opportunity to test their younger players under new leadership.
Shubman Gill takes charge as India’s ODI captain for the first time, with senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli providing stability in the top order. The middle order looks promising with Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, and Nitish Kumar Reddy, while the all-round depth is strengthened by Axar Patel and Washington Sundar. In the pace department, Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh will lead the attack, supported by Harshit Rana, who continues to impress with his pace and control.
Probable Playing XIs
Australia:
Mitchell Marsh (C), Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Owen, Matthew Short, Josh Phillippe (WK), Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Ellis, Ben Dwarshuis
India:
Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh
Pitch Report — Perth Stadium
The Perth surface is known for its extra bounce and pace, which makes it a paradise for fast bowlers. New-ball bowlers can extract significant movement early on, testing both technique and temperament of batters. However, once settled, batters can play their shots freely due to the true nature of the pitch. Spinners are likely to have minimal assistance and will rely more on variation and accuracy to create breakthroughs. A total around 280–300 is considered competitive at this venue.
Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
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Total Matches: 152
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Australia Wins: 84
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India Wins: 58
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No Result: 10
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First ODI: December 6, 1980 (India won)
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Most Recent ODI: March 4, 2025 (India won)
The head-to-head numbers clearly favor Australia, but recent form tilts in India’s favor, as they have beaten Australia in three of the last four ODI encounters.
Key Players to Watch
Rohit Sharma (India):
With the captaincy pressure off his shoulders, Rohit Sharma is expected to play freely. Known for his ability to dominate on bouncy Australian pitches, he could be India’s most influential batter in this series opener.
Nathan Ellis (Australia):
Ellis’s accuracy and death-bowling skills make him a potential match-winner. His ability to execute yorkers and slower deliveries under pressure could prove crucial against a strong Indian batting lineup.
Probable Match Scenarios
If India bats first, expect them to aim for a total near 300, relying on top-order stability. Australia, on the other hand, would prefer to chase, considering their batting depth and home advantage. Early wickets will be key for both sides, with pacers likely to dominate the first ten overs.
Match Prediction
Both teams are evenly matched on paper, but India’s current form and balanced squad give them a slight edge. However, the conditions in Perth could favor the home side’s fast bowlers.
Prediction: The chasing team is likely to win the match, with India holding a narrow advantage due to their recent momentum.
