AUS vs IND, 1st ODI: Possible XI, and streaming guide
The India tour of Australia 2025-26 kicks off with a highly anticipated ODI at Perth Stadium on October 19. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to the Indian squad, led by Shubman Gill.
Last Updated: 05.41 PM, Oct 18, 2025
The stage is set for a thrilling start to the India tour of Australia 2025-26 as both cricketing powerhouses lock horns in the first ODI at the Perth Stadium on Sunday, October 19. The match promises high-quality competition, marking the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to the Indian ODI setup after months away from 50-over cricket.
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India's possible XI
India are likely to field a well-balanced side under the leadership of Shubman Gill, who will captain in an ODI series for the first time.
Rohit Sharma will open alongside Gill, with Virat Kohli at number three, followed by KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer in the middle order.
Youngster Nitish Reddy’s emergence adds versatility with his all-round ability, while Axar Patel offers depth in both departments.
The bowling unit could feature Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, and Kuldeep Yadav, depending on how many bowlers captain Shubman Gill would like to have in the lineup.
Predicted India XI:
Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (C), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Reddy, Axar Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav.
Australia's possible XI
Home captain Mitchell Marsh will spearhead an Australian team in transition, as several senior figures such as Pat Cummins, Cameron Green, and Glenn Maxwell are missing from the series.
Travis Head is expected to open, with Marsh himself taking the other opening slot. The middle order could feature Marnus Labuschagne, Matthew Short, Cooper Connolly, and Josh Philippe, offering youthful energy alongside experience.
The bowling attack is expected to revolve around Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Matthew Kuhnemann, and Nathan Ellis.
Predicted Australia XI:
Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (C), Marnus Labuschagne, Matthew Short, Cooper Connolly, Josh Philippe (WK), Mitchell Owen, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Matthew Kuhnemann, Nathan Ellis.