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 India and Australia have kicked off a highly anticipated three-match ODI series starting October 19, 2025, at the Optus Stadium in Perth. This series is significant as it marks a new chapter for India with Shubman Gill officially taking over as ODI captain, supported by vice-captain Shreyas Iyer. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to the playing 11 for India, bringing valuable experience to the relatively young squad, including players like KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Australia is led by Mitchell Marsh but will miss all-rounder Cameron Green due to injury, with Marnus Labuschagne replacing him.The pitch in Perth is expected to favor batters, setting the stage for an exciting contest. This ODI series also serves as a key preparation for the 2027 World Cup, with both teams looking to test their combinations and build momentum. The India squad blends youth and experience, while Australia has a mix of seasoned players and youth talent.The head-to-head record in ODIs shows Australia with an upper hand having won 84 of their 158 matches against India, who have won 58. The three-match series will be followed by five T20Is between the two teams.The live telecast of the matches is available on the Star Sports network and live streaming through JioHotstar in India. The first match's toss will be at 8:30 AM IST, with play starting at 9:00 AM IST on October 19, 2025


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