kicked off the three-match ODI series in style with a over in a rain-affected game at the . This was India’s , bringing an end to their .

Bowlers Set the Tone for Australia

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl first, Australia’s decision paid off almost immediately. Their new-ball pair of and were right on the money from the start, using the bounce and seam to full effect.

removed early, while dismissed , both cheaply. was also strangled down the leg side, and India’s top three were back in the hut inside the first . The pitch offered assistance, but more importantly, the Aussie bowlers remained disciplined.

Despite interruptions from rain, Hazlewood bowled straight through his quota, finishing with outstanding figures of , which also included the important wicket of .

AUS vs I

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