Perth, October 19, 2025 — The India vs Australia 1st ODI 2025 saw Australia’s fast bowlers dominate as India collapsed to 136 for 9 in a rain-curtailed 26-over match at Optus Stadium. Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood led Australia’s charge, leaving India’s top order in disarray.
Hazlewood and Starc Dominate India’s Top Order
Josh Hazlewood struck early, dismissing Rohit Sharma (8) with a rising delivery that found the edge. Soon after, Mitchell Starc sent Virat Kohli back for a duck, courtesy of a sharp catch by Cooper Connolly at backward point.
Hazlewood’s exceptional spell of 2 for 20 in 7 overs included 35 dot balls, showcasing precision and control. Starc and debutant Mitchell Owen maintained relentless pressure, while Matthew Kuhnemann claimed two wickets at the death.
Gill’s Captaincy Debut Falls Flat
India’s new ODI captain Shubman Gill started confidently but fell for 10, gloving a leg-side delivery from Nathan Ellis. At 36 for 3, India’s middle order crumbled under pressure.
KL Rahul (38) was India’s top scorer, hitting two sixes to salvage some respectability. Axar Patel (15) and debutant Nitish Reddy offered brief support before India was bowled out for 136.
Rain Disrupts Play in Perth
Persistent drizzle turned the clash into a stop-start affair — the first rain-shortened ODI in Perth since 1983. Despite the conditions, a lively Indian crowd cheered on as Rahul and Axar tried to lift the scoring rate.
Australia was handed a revised target of 131 runs in 26 overs, setting the stage for an easy chase.
Key Highlights – India vs Australia 1st ODI 2025
- Venue: Optus Stadium, Perth
- India: 136/9 (26 overs)
- Top Scorer: KL Rahul – 38 (32)
- Best Bowlers (AUS): Josh Hazlewood – 2/20, Mitchell Starc – 1/19, Matthew Kuhnemann – 2/25
- Result: Australia need 131 to win (revised target due to rain)
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