Under the leadership of Mitchell Marsh, AUS put on a strong performance in the 1st ODI in Perth, successfully chasing down the 132-run target (via DLS method) with ease, winning by seven wickets.
According to reports, the opener appeared somewhat different than usual, with those close to the action noting that he seemed "off" and not his usual self.
With his ODI loss in Perth, Shubman Gill has become only the ninth cricketer in the world to lose his debut match as captain in all three formats
The race for the final semi-final spot remains wide open, with all five other teams apart from AUS, SA and ENG still in contention.
India vs Australia 1st ODI Highlights: This is also Australia first ever ODI win at Optus Stadium in Perth
India vs Australia live telecast of 1st ODI: After a long interruption, the match was reduced to a 35-over-a-side contest under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method.
Rohit, despite losing his wicket cheaply, is looking very relaxed and cheering the dressing room with his usual antics in the dressing room
The home side comes into the series looking to bounce back from a difficult run in ODIs this year, most notably a 2-1 series loss against South Africa.
The first ODI between India and Australia on Sunday will be the first time these two teams will clash in an ODI match at Perth's Optus Stadium
According to the latest weather report from Perth, there is a high chance of rain throughout the day, which can play spoilsport in the match and wash it away partially or completely
Reddy's inclusion adds depth to India's middle order and offers a seam-bowling option on the bouncy Perth track
According to event organizers, more than 175,000 tickets have been sold across the three-match series, underscoring the unmatched popularity of Indian cricketers, even on Australian soil.
With the 1st ODI scheduled to be played on October 19 at the Optus Stadium, the fans will be looking forward to watch their cricketing heroes play the 50-over format after a long time.
Marsh also talked about the pitch conditions, saying, "Perth is historically a bowler-friendly wicket, and both teams would love to take early advantage with their pacers early in the match."
Head hailed Kohli as "probably the greatest white-ball batter of all time" and said Rohit isn't far behind
After a small but intense first practice session on Thursday, Team India began their second practice session on Friday with fielding drills taking centre stage
Green's absence is Australia's third change to the ODI squad. Josh Philippe replaces wicketkeeper Josh Inglis, who has a calf injury, while Matthew Kuhnemann will feature in place of Adam Zampa
Virat Kohli was seen parsing his shots on outside-off balls, an issue that caused him a lot of trouble last time he was in Australia
The live streaming of the Australia women vs Bangladesh women ICC Women's World Cup 2025 match will be available on the JioHotstar app and website in India
Rohit Sharma has featured in 30 ODI matches on Australian soil, in which he has amassed 1,328 runs at an average of 53.12