AUS vs IND 1st ODI Prediction & Betting Tips
International cricket is finally back with two cricketing giants battling for supremacy. Yes, it's time for 'Thunder Down Under'. Virat Kohli's men created history the last time they toured the country, winning the Test and ODI series. This time around, things won't be that easy. The return of Steven Smith and David Warner has given a massive boost to this Australian unit. Marnus Labuschagne is another batsmen to watch out for. He's been outstanding since his debut, piling on the runs all around the globe. Then there is Aaron Finch, the destructive Aaron Finch, who can decimate the opposition on his day. Players like Glen Maxwell and Marcus Stonis provide depth to the batting line up. When it comes to the bowling department, in Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazelwood and Pat Cummins, Australia are second to none. Yes, they lack a quality spinner but still their team looks a very balanced squad that will give Virat Kohli's men a run for their money.
India on the other hand would be very confident going in to the series. A star studded batting line up to go along a fearsome bowling unit, they're probably the best ODI team going around. With Rohit Sharma missing out due to injury, KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan will open the innings for India. Both the batsmen were in ominous form in the recently concluded Indian Premier League. You get through them, walks in the King, Virat Kohli to add to your nemesis. There is plenty of quality in the middle order in Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson and Manish Pandey while Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja are proven finishers. Done with the batting ? Now let's talk about the bowling. There was a time when India was bullied for not producing quality bowlers but not anymore. Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Navdeep Saini forms a lethal pace attack. Ravindra Jadeja and Yuzvendra Chahal compliments the pace trio to perfection. Wooh, what a contest we have on our hands. There's not a lot to choose between the teams but the quality India brings in their spin department gives them a slight edge over the hosts.
AUS vs IND Live streaming
India tour Australia can be watched live on Sony SIX, Sony TEN 1 and Sony TEN 3 in India. National broadcaster Doordarshan will also telecast the ODI and T-20 series from the tour.
Live streaming: You can enjoy this enthralling series on SonyLiv app along with Airtel Stream and Jio TV platform.
AUS vs IND Toss Prediction
Toss could go either way but captain winning the toss might opt to bat.
Weather Report
The sky will be slightly cloudy but there's no threat of rain.
Pitch Condition
The match will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. Among all, Sydney is probably the best venue to bat in Australia. Spinners will have a role to play as the pitch is known to aid the spinners with the old ball.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds and match prediction for Australia vs India, 1st ODI
Australia Team News & Playing 11
AUS Team News
Glen Maxwell had a miserable IPL but Australia might want to try him out for the first ODI before looking out for other options. Maxwell, Stonis and Alex Carey might be the middle order for Australia in the first ODI.
AUS Key Players
- David Warner - David Warner in these conditions can be very destructive. He is coming back from a decent IPL and will be looking to carry forward his form in the longer version of the white ball format.
- Marnus Labuschagne - Marnus Labuschagne has been one of the most consistent batsmen for Australia. He ability to tackle the spinners is what makes him a value player Australia.
- Josh Hazelwood - Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc forms a lethal pace attack. The trio can decimate any opposition on their day and will pose a stern challenge for the Indian batsmen.
AUS Team Form
Australia hasn't played much cricket of late. However, most of the players were in decent form in the IPL
Australia Predicted Playing 11
David Warner, Aaron Finch(C), Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Marcus Stonis, Glen Maxwell, Alex Carey(WK), Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazelwood, Adam Zampa
India Team News & Playing 11
IND Team News
The Indian middle order looks a little uncertain. At least 4 players are competing for the 5th and 6th spot in the playing XI. Two of Sanju Samson, Manish Pandey, Shreyas Iyer and Mayank Agarwal will get a game in AUS vs IND 2020 series.
IND Key Players
- Shikhar Dhawan - Shikhar Dhawan was in scintillating form in the Indian Premier League. He is one player that can take the game away in no time. Australia need to get him early else he'll make them pay.
- KL Rahul - Lokesh Rahul look to be in prime form. He was the highest run getter in the IPL and is at the peak of his career. With no Rohit, it is a great opportunity for him to cement his place in the team
- Jasprit Bumrah - Jasprit Bumrah picked up loads of wickets in the IPL. He's a very difficult bowler to tackle and will lead India's charge with the ball.
IND Team Form
Most of the Indian players were in top form in the recently concluded Indian Premier League.
India Predicted Playing 11
KL Rahul (WK), Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli (C) Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Navdeep Saini, Yuzvendra Chahal
Australia vs India Head to Head
Australia have dominated India in ODIs
AUS vs IND Head to Head Stats in ODIs
Matches Played |
AUS Won |
IND Won |
Tie |
No Result |
140 |
78 |
52 |
0 |
10 |
🏆 Australia vs India Prediction
It's expected to be a close encounter but India having a quality spin attack is slightly ahead.
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