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Cricket Rivals Clash: India and Australia Face Off in High-Stakes ODI Series
19 Oct
Summary
- India and Australia renew their rivalry in 3-match ODI series
- Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to action after 5 months
- India testing depth with Bumrah and Pandya absent
The highly anticipated cricket rivalry between India and Australia is set to resume as the two teams face off in a 3-match One-Day International (ODI) series starting on October 19, 2025. The series opener will take place at the Perth Stadium in Western Australia.
All eyes will be on the iconic duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who are making their return to the international stage after a break of nearly five months. Fans are eagerly anticipating a successful comeback for these two legends under the new leadership of captain Shubman Gill.
While the spotlight will undoubtedly be on the Ro-Ko pair, India will also be using this series as a crucial stepping stone towards their preparations for the 2027 World Cup. In the absence of ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah and premier all-rounder Hardik Pandya, the team will be looking to test the depth of their lower middle-order and pace reserves.
On the other hand, Australia will also be facing some challenges, with as many as five of their regular players, including captain Pat Cummins, missing the action in Perth. This will pose a significant headache for stand-in captain Mitchell Marsh and the team management.
