Perth: A shaky start from India saw them stumble to 25 for three in the opening ODI against Australia before persistent showers brought an early halt to proceedings at the Perth Stadium on Sunday. (IND vs AUS 2025)
The much-anticipated top-order pairing of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli failed to anchor the innings, with both senior batters falling cheaply. Rohit managed just 8 runs before edging a rising delivery from Josh Hazlewood, while Kohli was dismissed for a duck, falling to Mitchell Starc after facing eight tense deliveries.
Australia’s pace attack struck early blows, unsettling India’s top order on a surface offering bounce and carry. The pressure mounted further when skipper Shubman Gill, who looked to stabilize the innings, was undone by a short ball down the leg side from Nathan Ellis, departing for 10. (IND vs AUS 2025)
At the time of the rain interruption, India were reeling at 25/3, with Shreyas Iyer (2*) and Axar Patel (0*) trying to rebuild the innings.
The unexpected downpour forced players off the field midway through the innings, leaving the match in limbo and fans waiting anxiously for an update on whether play would resume.
Australia’s bowlers will be pleased with their early dominance, while India will hope the rain break offers a chance to regroup before resuming their innings.
