Australia and India are set to clash in a three‑match ODI series that starts on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Perth Stadium. The first game begins at 9 a.m. Indian Standard Time (IST) and will broadcast live on Star Sports, with a digital stream available on Jio Hotstar.
Key points to watch
- Indian comeback – Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are returning after retiring from Test and T20I cricket. Shubman Gill will lead the side as captain for the first time, taking over from Rohit.
- Australian lineup – Captain Pat Cummins is missing the series. Mitchell Marsh will take the helm, and the pace attack will rely on Josh Hazlewood and Adam Starc.
- Missing players – India will be without Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami; Mohammed Siraj will spearhead the bowling attack. Australia miss Alex Carey, Cameron Green and Josh Inglis, among others.
Pitch and weather
Perth’s surface is known for extra bounce and seam movement, favouring fast bowlers. Spinners may find it difficult on the new ball, so teams will aim to chase at the wicket. A 30 % chance of afternoon rain is expected, with temperatures around 18–20 °C and 52 % humidity.
Who could dominate?
- Aussie strengths – Australia have a deep batting line‑up and a world‑class pace squad. Travis Head’s aggressive start will test the Indian batters, while star bowlers Hazlewood and Starc can exploit the conditions.
- Indian tactics – With Kohli back at the crease and a solid top order, India’s key challenge is to bolster the middle and lower order. Kuldeep Yadav could turn the game with his death‑over expertise.
Given the venue and conditions, analysts lean toward an Australian win in the opening ODI, but India’s top‑order firepower cannot be discounted.
How to watch
- TV – Network: Star Sports
- Online – App or website: Jio Hotstar
- Time – 9:00 a.m. IST on October 19, 2025
Match prediction
Australia’s home advantage, strong pace attack, and a robust batting depth give them the edge. India’s success will depend on its top five performing and the middle order holding up. Expectations point to a competitive series, but the first ODI may tilt toward the home side.
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Source: ianslive
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