Australia defeated India by seven wickets in the first ODI of the three-match series on Sunday, October 19, at Optus Stadium, Perth.
India managed 136/9 in a rain-interrupted game reduced to 26 overs. According to the DLS method, Australia’s revised target was 131 runs.
For India, KL Rahul top-scored with 38 off 31 balls, while the Australian bowling attack was led by Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Owen, and Matt Kuhnemann, who took two wickets each.
Australia chased down the target comfortably in 21.1 overs, with captain Mitchell Marsh remaining unbeaten on 46 off 52 balls.
Australian skipper Mitchell Marsh dominated the Indian bowling attack from the outset.
None of the Indian bowlers were able to make a significant impact on the match.
Author's summary: Australia wins first ODI against India.