Australia won by seven wickets against India in the first ODI of the series, which was impacted by rain and played at Optus Stadium in Perth.
Due to multiple rain delays totalling 3 hours and 40 minutes, the match was shortened to 26 overs per side. India batted first, scoring 136 for 9 wickets in their 26 overs. Australia, with an adjusted target of 131 runs (DLS method), chased down the total in 21.1 overs.
Key performances
- India: KL Rahul scored 38 off 31 balls, and Axar Patel contributed 31 off 38 balls. Debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy made a quickfire 19 not out off 11 balls.
- Australia: Captain Mitch Marsh remained unbeaten on 46 runs off 52 balls, and Josh Philippe scored 37 runs off 29 balls. Mitch Owen took 2 wickets for 20 runs on his ODI debut.
Mitchell Marsh was named Player of the Match for his performance.
Australia currently leads the three-match ODI series 1-0. The next match is scheduled for October 23, 2025, in Adelaide.
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