India vs Australia head to head : Your Complete Guide to India vs Australia ODI Series 2025

The rivalry that defines modern cricket is back! India is touring Australia for a thrilling limited-overs series, starting with three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) in October 2025. Cricket fans across the globe are eagerly awaiting this highly anticipated series, which also marks the return of key veterans to the Indian squad.

Here is your comprehensive guide to the full schedule, match timings, venues, and crucial broadcast details for the India vs Australia ODI series.

IND vs AUS ODI 2025: Complete Schedule and Venues

The three-match ODI series will kick off in Perth, followed by day/night action in Adelaide and concluding in Sydney.

Match Timings (IST)

All three one-day internationals are scheduled for an early start for Indian viewers:

• Match Start Time: 9:00 AM IST (Indian Standard Time)
• Toss Time: 8:30 AM IST

How to Watch: TV and Online Streaming

Catch all the live action from Australia with the official broadcasters in India:

Live Telecast on TV

• Channel: The entire series will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network channels in India.

Live Streaming Online

• Platform: Fans can live stream all the matches on the JioCinema App and website.

Series Highlights

This tour is particularly significant as it sees the return of star players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to the ODI setup. They will be playing under the new ODI captain, Shubman Gill, for the first time in an ODI series against Australia. With both sides boasting formidable lineups, expect an explosive contest as the two cricketing powerhouses renew their fierce rivalry down under.

Gill Era Begins: New ODI Captain Shubman Leads India Against Australia

The landscape of Indian white-ball cricket is officially shifting. Fresh off a successful start to his leadership career, Shubman Gill is set to begin his tenure as India’s new One-Day International captain when the Men in Blue clash with Australia in the first of a three-match series in Perth today, Sunday, October 19.

Gill steps into the big shoes of Rohit Sharma, taking over the ODI captaincy after already proving his leadership credentials. His journey as a skipper began with a victorious Test captaincy debut in England, which was quickly followed by a dominant home series win against the West Indies. Now, the 26-year-old batting sensation faces the ultimate challenge: leading the side against fierce rivals Australia in their own backyard.

This highly anticipated series marks the formal commencement of the Gill era in the 50-over format. The schedule for the high-stakes series is as follows:

All eyes will be on the young captain as he looks to make an immediate impact and guide the squad towards the next generation of limited-overs success.

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Catch the Action: Broadcast Details and Head-to-Head Rivalry for IND vs AUS ODI Series

As the world tunes in to watch the new era of Indian cricket begin, here is all the essential viewing information and a look back at the intense rivalry between the two cricketing giants.

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How to Watch the IND vs AUS ODI Series in India

Cricket enthusiasts in India have dedicated channels and streaming platforms to ensure they don’t miss a moment of the action from Australia.

CategoryPlatformDetailsLive Telecast (TV)Star Sports NetworkStar Sports are the official broadcasters for India’s white-ball tour of Australia 2025.Live Streaming (Online)JioStar App & WebsiteThe series will be available for live streaming across the JioStar platform.

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India vs Australia ODI: The Head-to-Head Record

The contest between India and Australia has been one of the most storied and competitive rivalries in ODI history. While the ledger leans in favour of the hosts historically, recent clashes have been fiercely fought.

StatisticRecordTotal ODIs Played152Australia Wins84India Wins58No Result/Tie10

The last time these two sides met in an ODI was during the crucial Semi-Final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where Rohit Sharma’s then-led Men in Blue emerged victorious by four wickets.However, playing in Australia has always presented a unique challenge for the Indian team, making this three-match series a captivating contest to track as a new chapter of the rivalry begins under new leadership.

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Kohli and Rohit Return as Australia Grapple with Injuries

While the spotlight is rightfully on new ODI skipper Shubman Gill, the return of two Indian stalwarts is generating significant buzz. Former captains Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are back in the Indian dressing room after a seven-month absence from international duty.

The two batting giants, who have both recently retired from T20Is and Tests, are now laser-focused exclusively on the 50-over format. Their wealth of experience and formidable presence will be crucial in supporting Gill during his maiden ODI series as captain against one of India’s toughest opponents.

Adding to the senior leadership core, Shreyas Iyer will assume the role of Gill’s deputy (Vice-Captain). Iyer’s return to the ODI set-up is notable, particularly after he was controversially left out of the Asia Cup 2025 squad.

Australian Squad Faces Early Blows

The Australian camp, meanwhile, has been hit with a series of injury and availability issues, forcing multiple changes to their ODI squad on the eve of the first match.

The most significant change sees all-rounder Cameron Green ruled out of the entire series. His spot has been filled by middle-order batsman Marnus Labuschagne.

The hosts also had to make two other adjustments to their original line-up:

• Josh Inglis was brought in for wicketkeeper Josh Philippe. Inglis is continuing his recovery from a calf strain and his inclusion suggests a cautious approach to his workload.
• Spin bowler Matthew Kuhnemann has been named as a replacement for key leg-spinner Adam Zampa. The reason for Zampa’s unavailability was stated as family reasons.

These forced changes mean the Australian side, even at home, will be missing a few crucial names, potentially giving the visiting Indian side an early advantage in the series.

INDIA AND AUSTRALIA ANNOUNCE ODI SQUADS FOR UPCOMING SERIES

Mumbai/Canberra: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Cricket Australia have finalized their One Day International (ODI) squads for the highly anticipated bilateral series. The Indian team, led by new ODI captain Shubman Gill, features the return of veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, while Australia, under Mitchell Marsh, has included key players for the series duration, with some additions for the later matches.

The squads, as announced by the respective boards, are detailed below: