Attention shifts to the T20I format between the two white-ball powers, Australia and Indiain one five-year-old. India enters the series with the latest success, wins Asian Cup 2025Australia have set up strongly in the T20IS this year. The series key has a mix of experience and youth for both sides.
Australia vs India 1st T20I Match Preview
India, led Suryakumar Yadavhave been dominant in T20IS this year winning 11 out of 12 matches. The team embraces a “fearless” and aggressive template. Batting, explosive form Abhishek Sharma and stability from the vice-captain Shubman Gill and Do not pray. The bowling attack is strong, leading Jasprit Bumrah and a powerful spin duo Kuldeep Yadav and Akhar Patel.
Australia have a transition squad with some key players Josh Hazlewood and Sean Abbott Only available for the early part of the series. Without him Pat cummins, cameron green and Adam Zampa. Captain Mitchell bat will rely on explosive batting Head of Travis, Tim David and Josh English. The quality of features in their PACE attack Josh Hazlewood (for this match) and Nathan Ellishowever, spin options are less proven in these series. Australia have a formidable collective strike rate against spin this year which will test India’s strength.
AUS vs Ind, 1st T20I: Match details
- Date and time: Wednesday, October 29; 1:45 PM Eastern / 08:15 AM GMT / 7:15 PM Local
- Location: Manuka Oval, Canberra
AUS vs Ind, head-to-headEAD Record (T20IS)
Matches played: 32 | Australia won: 11 | India won: 20 | No result / tie: 1
Manuka oval pitch sheet
The Manuka Oval is known to be batting friendly and is a top class venue in the T20 format. A score of 180+ is generally considered something competitive. However, the surface offers support to the pursuit side, meaning it can be a significant factor in a shootout.
Aus vs Ind, 1st T20I: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Australia win the toss and bat first
- Australian PowerPlay Score: 50-60
- Australia Total Score: 185-205
Case 2:
- India win the toss and bat first
- India PowerPlay Score: 55-65
- India Total Score: 190-210
Match Result: India to win
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