Perth, Sunday:
The first One Day International (ODI) between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth turned into a nightmare for Indian batsmen. Heavy rain caused multiple interruptions, and the match was reduced to 26 overs per side. Taking full advantage of the damp pitch, Australia’s fast bowlers completely dominated and bowled India out for just 136 runs.
Rain and Pitch Conditions
Because of the rain, the pitch stayed damp and offered plenty of swing and seam movement. The Australian pace trio — Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Pat Cummins — bowled with great skill, making life extremely difficult for India’s top order. The ball was moving sharply, and Indian batters struggled to adjust.
India’s Innings – A Struggle from the Start
India won the toss and decided to bat first — a decision that backfired badly.
Captain Rohit Sharma, playing his 500th international match, scored only 8 runs before being bowled by Starc.
Next ball, Virat Kohli was dismissed for a golden duck, beaten by a brilliant inswinger that shattered his stumps.
Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer tried to rebuild, but Cummins and Hazlewood kept tight pressure.
KL Rahul was the only batsman to show some resistance, scoring 38 runs with three boundaries.
Debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy impressed with two powerful sixes, showing good intent.
However, the rest of the batting lineup collapsed, and India finished at 136 for 9 in 26 overs, with one player not batting due to the weather delay.
Australian Bowlers on Fire
Mitchell Starc: 3 wickets for 19 runs in 5 overs
Josh Hazlewood: 2 wickets with excellent control
Pat Cummins: 2 wickets, bowled with great accuracy
Adam Zampa: Took 1 wicket with spin
Together, they completely dismantled India’s batting order.
Australia’s Chase Under Lights
Australia began their chase under floodlights at night.
The pitch had eased a bit, and openers David Warner and Travis Head started aggressively, putting pressure on the Indian bowlers.
With a small target of 137 runs, Australia looked set for a comfortable win to start the series on a strong note.
Match Summary
Detail Information
Venue Optus Stadium, Perth
Match 1st ODI – India vs Australia
India’s Score 136/9 (26 overs)
Top Scorers KL Rahul 38, Nitish Reddy 24 (2 sixes)
Best Bowlers (AUS) Starc 3, Hazlewood 2, Cummins 2
Highlights Kohli’s golden duck, Rohit’s 500th match, rain-hit pitch
The game proved once again that Perth’s bouncy and seaming wickets belong to the fast bowlers.
Now, all eyes are on the second ODI — will India bounce back, or will Australia tighten their grip on the series?
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