IND vs. AUS 3rd ODI Live Score: India & Australia are all set to battle it out in the third & final ODI of the series. The Indian team is looking potent ahead of the World Cup 2023 as they have registered gleaming wins over Australia to clinch the series by 2-0. In the first ODI, they did a remarkable job by thrashing Australia in all departments. India didn’t stop there as they went on to win the second ODI as well to take an unassailable lead in the series. Their key players will return for the decider ODI with World Cup 2023 preparation in consideration. On the other hand, Australia needs to answer a lot of questions after suffering five defeats in ODIs in a row. They have to get back into the groove as the World Cup is just a few days away.
IND vs AUS 3rd ODI: TEAMS PREVIEW
India Preview:
Team India is riding high on confidence after their recent triumph in the Asia Cup and a convincing win over Australia in the second ODI at Indore. Their batting was in full flow as they posted a formidable total of 399-5, with Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Suryakumar Yadav playing memorable innings. Their bowlers backed them up brilliantly, bowling out Australia for 217 and securing a 99-run victory via the DLS method.
For the third ODI, India welcomes back their regular captain Rohit Sharma, along with key players like Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Kuldeep Yadav. This match will serve as their final international outing before the World Cup, and they are expected to be drafted into the playing eleven.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, both in terrific form, will be eager to put up big scores. Ravichandran Ashwin, the standout bowler in the last match, is set to feature alongside the in-form Kuldeep Yadav. Given the flat nature of the pitch, the faster bowlers may find it challenging to contain runs.
India Predicted Playing XI:
Rohit Sharma (c), Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah
Australia Preview:
Australia, on the other hand, has been grappling with middle-order collapses in recent ODIs. Even in their second ODI against India, they went from 89-2 to 140-8 before the lower order salvaged some pride. The team is hoping for solid contributions from Steven Smith, Alex Carey, and Cameron Green to stabilize their middle order.
Opener David Warner has shown promise, with back-to-back fifties, although he needs to convert these starts into big scores. With the firepower of Mitchell Marsh alongside him, Australia’s top order can cause fireworks on a pitch that favors batsmen.
In the bowling department, leg-spinner Adam Zampa has been consistent, and Josh Hazlewood held his ground in the challenging conditions of the second ODI. The return of Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc in the final game is expected to bolster Australia’s bowling attack.
Australia Predicted Playing XI:
Mitchell Marsh, David Warner, Steven Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Marnus Labuschagne, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey (wk), Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc
IND vs. AUS Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: KL Rahul
- Batters: Rohit Sharma, David Warner, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer
- All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Hardik Pandya
- Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj
IND vs. AUS Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Virat Kohli (c), Shreyas Iyer (VC)
Choice 2: Adam Zampa (c), Mohammed Siraj (VC)
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
The Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Ground in Rajkot typically offers a flat track that is a paradise for batsmen in the first half of the innings. As the game progresses, the pitch might slow down, favoring spinners temporarily. The weather forecast predicts a hot and humid day with some clouds.
Venue Details:
Historically, the ground in Rajkot has witnessed high-scoring encounters, with an average first-innings score of 274. The highest total recorded here was India’s 414-7 against Sri Lanka in 2009. Anticipate another run-fest, with the team batting first aiming for a massive 300-plus total.
Toss: To Bat
Given the batting-friendly conditions and the hot and humid weather, the team winning the toss is likely to opt for batting first to set a formidable total and avoid burning out their bowlers.
Match Prediction
In this final ODI clash, both teams are expected to field near full-strength line-ups. India, riding high on their current form and the advantage of playing at home, starts as the favorite. However, never underestimate the resilience of Australia. They will be determined to put up a stronger fight and salvage a win.
India’s batting unit, in sensational form, will be challenging to contain even for Australia’s formidable bowling attack. While Australia’s top order can be explosive, India’s overall strength and balance give them the edge. Expect India to clinch the series 3-0, capping off an impressive run of victories.
We Predict India to Win This Fixture
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