India vs. Australia ODI Series: Match Details, Date, Venue And Timings - Everything You Need To Know!
In preparation for the ICC World Cup 2023, India is set to embark on a significant white-ball journey against the formidable Australian side. This three-match One Day International (ODI) series holds immense importance as it serves as a crucial warm-up for the upcoming cricketing extravaganza on Indian soil. Let's delve into the key details and squads for this series.
Squads and Missing Stars: A Shake-Up for India
India's ODI squad for the series against Australia bears significant changes. Notably, in the first two ODIs, India will be without the services of key players such as skipper Rohit Sharma , vice-captain Hardik Pandya, batting maestro Virat Kohli, and the in-form spinner Kuldeep Yadav. However, the hosts have introduced some experienced names to bolster their lineup, including veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and all-rounder Washington Sundar. Additionally, the return of all-rounder Axar Patel is anticipated, pending his match fitness assessment.
ODI Series 2023 Schedule
Here's a quick look at the schedule for the India vs. Australia ODI series 2023:
1st ODI: 22nd September (Friday) - Mohali
2nd ODI: 24th September (Sunday) - Indore
3rd ODI: 27th September (Wednesday) - Rajkot
Where to Watch: Live Coverage
Cricket enthusiasts can catch all the action of the India vs. Australia ODI series 2023 via live stream on JioCinema. The matches are scheduled to commence at 1:30 PM IST, ensuring that fans won't miss a moment of the thrilling encounters.
Key Players to Watch
After his remarkable return to international cricket at the Asia Cup, KL Rahul, the wicketkeeper-batsman, will lead the Indian side in the first two ODIs against Australia. In addition, the middle-order batting sensation, Shreyas Iyer , is set to feature in the entire ODI series after recovering from back spasms that sidelined him during the Asia Cup. Premier batter Suryakumar Yadav , who had limited opportunities at the Asia Cup, aims to strengthen his case for selection in the Australia series. The Indian think tank has also shown faith in World Cup rejects Tilak Varma and Prasidh Krishna for the ODIs.
Looking Beyond: T20I Series on the Horizon
Post the ICC World Cup 2023, India and Australia are scheduled to engage in a five-match T20I series, adding another chapter to their cricketing rivalry. This series promises to be a fitting follow-up to the white-ball action, setting the stage for more thrilling encounters between these two cricketing powerhouses in November-December.
India squad for first two ODIs: KL Rahul (c), Shubman Gill , Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja , Shardul Thakur , Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami, Tilak Varma, Prasidh Krishna, R Ashwin, Washington Sundar.
India squad for final ODI: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami, Hardik Pandya, Virat Kohli, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel (subject to fitness), R Ashwin, Washington Sundar.