India vs. Australia 1st ODI: Rain-Interrupted Match Sees Early Indian Wickets Fall
Perth, October 19, 2025 — The first One Day International between India and Australia at Optus Stadium in Perth was marred by rain interruptions, leading to a reduced 49-over-per-side match. Despite the weather challenges, Australia's bowlers made early breakthroughs, leaving India struggling at 37/3 after 11.5 overs.
Early Breakthroughs for Australia
Australia won the toss and opted to field first. The decision paid off as India's top order faltered early. Rohit Sharma was dismissed for 8 runs, followed by Shubman Gill for 10, and Virat Kohli for a rare duck, falling to Mitchell Starc. These early wickets put India on the back foot NDTV Sports.
Rain Delays and Reduced Overs
The match faced multiple rain delays, leading to a reduction in overs. The rain halted play twice in the first 12 overs, with the match eventually being reduced to 49 overs per side. Despite the interruptions, Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel were at the crease, attempting to stabilize the innings mint.
Debutants in Action
Notably, Nitish Kumar Reddy made his ODI debut for India, receiving his cap from captain Rohit Sharma. This match also marked the return of veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to the Indian ODI setup after a hiatus The Times of India.
Looking Ahead
With the match still in progress, India will look to rebuild and post a competitive total. The outcome of this match could set the tone for the remainder of the series. Fans can follow live updates and the full scorecard on ESPNcricinfo.
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