Australia lost their home series 1-2 against South Africa in their last outing in the format. The Aussies last played against India during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where they suffered a four-wicket defeat. Notably, the hosts will be without key players, including captain Pat Cummins, who is recovering from injury.
The reigning world champions will test their bench strength against India. In the absence of regular wicketkeeper Josh Inglis, recovering from a calf injury, Josh Philippe will take the gloves during the series opener.
I Believe It Will Be High Scoring Affair - Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh
Captain Mitch Marsh said that negotiating the new ball will be crucial in the first ODI. He noted that early damage with the new ball often dictates results, while big totals tend to come later in the innings.
"So if we get off to a good start, I believe it will be high scoring affair, but getting through the first 10 overs for both teams will be the challenge and maybe where the game is won and lost," he added.
No Real Difference Between Opening And No. 3 - Mitchell Marsh
Marsh said that Short regularly opens for Victoria and the Adelaide Strikers and has experience opening in T20s globally, but the team is confident in his adaptability at No. 3.
"But we see no real difference between opening and batting number three, and we feel comfortable with him batting up there.
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