India will begin their Australian tour with a three-match ODI series starting October 19, 2025, followed by a T20I leg. The matches will be played across Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney, three of the most iconic venues in world cricket.
This ODI series also marks the beginning of a new era for Team India, with Shubman Gill taking over as ODI captain. The decision comes as part of India’s gradual transition plan, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli still part of the squad to lend experience and depth.
On the Australian side, Mitchell Marsh will continue to lead the team, steering a balanced mix of seasoned performers and emerging talents. The series promises to be an engaging contest between two sides that rarely fail to produce drama, intensity, and quality cricket.
Full ODI Schedule and Match Timings
All three ODIs will be day games in Australia, starting early in the morning for Indian audiences. The matches will begin at 9:00 AM IST, with the toss scheduled for 8:30 AM IST.
| Match | Date | Day | Venue | Local Time | India (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | October 19, 2025 | Sunday | Optus Stadium, Perth | 11:30 AM local | 9:00 AM IST |
| 2nd ODI | October 23, 2025 | Thursday | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide | 2:00 PM local | 9:00 AM IST |
| 3rd ODI | October 25, 2025 | Saturday | Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney | 2:30 PM local | 9:00 AM IST |
Each match is expected to finish around 4:30 PM IST, depending on the flow of play and weather conditions.
India ODI Squad 2025
India has announced a 15-member squad that blends experience with youth. While veterans like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli continue to be part of the ODI setup, Shubman Gill’s captaincy marks the start of a generational shift in leadership. The return of all-rounders like Axar Patel and Washington Sundar provides flexibility to the lineup.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Shubman Gill (Captain) | Batter |
| Rohit Sharma | Batter |
| Virat Kohli | Batter |
| Shreyas Iyer (Vice-Captain) | Batter |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batter |
| KL Rahul (Wicketkeeper) | WK-Batter |
| Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper) | WK-Batter |
| Axar Patel | All-rounder |
| Washington Sundar | All-rounder |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | All-rounder |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Spinner |
| Mohammad Siraj | Fast Bowler |
| Arshdeep Singh | Fast Bowler |
| Prasidh Krishna | Fast Bowler |
| Harshit Rana | Fast Bowler |
Notably, Rishabh Pant is unavailable due to a foot injury, while young seamer Harshit Rana has been rewarded for his consistent performances in domestic cricket and the IPL.
Australia ODI Squad 2025
Australia, under the leadership of Mitchell Marsh, has gone for a slightly experimental squad, resting some senior players and introducing fresh faces such as Cooper Connolly and Matthew Renshaw. Their squad retains enough firepower, with stalwarts like Mitchell Starc and Travis Head expected to lead from the front.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh (Captain) | All-rounder |
| Travis Head | Batter |
| Alex Carey | Wicketkeeper |
| Josh Inglis | Wicketkeeper |
| Matthew Short | Batter |
| Cameron Green | All-rounder |
| Matthew Renshaw | Batter |
| Mitchell Owen | All-rounder |
| Xavier Bartlett | Fast Bowler |
| Nathan Ellis | Fast Bowler |
| Ben Dwarshuis | Fast Bowler |
| Josh Hazlewood | Fast Bowler |
| Mitchell Starc | Fast Bowler |
| Adam Zampa | Spinner |
| Cooper Connolly | All-rounder |
The exclusion of Marnus Labuschagne was a surprise, as he has been a regular in Australia’s middle order. However, selectors cited his dip in white-ball form as a reason to give others a chance.
Live Telecast and Streaming Details:
Cricket fans in India can catch all the live action from the India vs Australia ODI series on Star Sports Network, which holds the exclusive TV rights for the tour. The matches will be broadcast on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, and Star Sports Hindi, among others.
For online viewers, live streaming will be available on Disney+ Hotstar. Subscribers can watch the matches live on both mobile and desktop platforms.
Additionally, FanCode and OTTplay Premium may offer alternate streaming options depending on licensing agreements at the time of the series.
| Platform | Type | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Star Sports Network | TV Broadcast | India |
| Disney+ Hotstar | Live Streaming | India |
| Fox Cricket / Foxtel | TV & Digital | Australia |
| Willow TV | TV & Digital | USA & Canada |
| SuperSport | TV & Digital | South Africa |
| Sky Sports | TV & Digital | UK |
For the best viewing experience, fans in India should tune in by 8:30 AM IST to catch the toss and pre-match analysis.
Match Timing and Broadcast Summary
| Segment | Time (IST) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Toss | 8:30 AM | Captains announce playing XIs |
| Match Start | 9:00 AM | First ball of play |
| Innings Break | Around 12:30 PM | 30–40 minute interval |
| Match End | Around 4:30 PM | Post-match presentation |
With matches taking place in the Australian summer, weather is expected to be dry and sunny, making for fast-paced cricket on bouncy pitches.
