Archive · 29 Oct 2025
India vs Australia T20 Series Begins in Canberra Amidst Rain Forecast
India and Australia, two top cricket teams, are starting a series of five T20 games in Canberra, Australia.
This is the first match, happening on Wednesday, October 29th.
The teams are using these games to get ready for the next big T20 World Cup.
India is the current world champion in T20s, and Australia wants to win back the title.
India's captain is Suryakumar Yadav, and Australia's captain is Mitchell Marsh.
There's a chance of rain, which might cause a small delay, but the game is still expected to happen.
You can watch it on Star Sports or stream it on JioHotstar in India.
The first T20 International between India and Australia is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, in Canberra.
This is the start of a five-match T20I series, with India aiming to rebound after losing the ODI series.
Both teams are preparing for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with India being the defending champions and Australia seeking to reclaim the title.
Suryakumar Yadav's form is a key focus for India, while Mitchell Marsh's captaincy is noted for Australia.
There is a possibility of rain in Canberra, which could cause delays or a reduction in overs, but a complete washout is considered unlikely.
- Who
- India and Australia cricket teams
- What
- The first match of a five-game T20 International series
- When
- Wednesday, October 29
- Where
- Manuka Oval, Canberra
- Why
- To begin a five-match T20I series, serving as preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup, and for India to bounce back after losing the ODI series.
India's Perspective
Australia's Perspective
Recent Performance
India's Perspective
India aims to 'hit the reset button' and perform well in the T20 series after losing the recent ODI series against Australia.
Australia's Perspective
Australia would look to 'clinch the T20Is against India after winning the ODI series', carrying momentum from their recent success.
Player Form
India's Perspective
Suryakumar Yadav's form is under scrutiny due to 'abysmal numbers' in 2025 so far, and he needs to score runs.
Australia's Perspective
Mitchell Marsh's captaincy is praised for bringing out his best, making him more responsible and a better batter, potentially making him a top run-getter.
- Venue
- Manuka Oval, Canberra
- Match
- 1st T20 International of a five-match series
- Date
- Wednesday, October 29
- Time
- 1:45 PM IST (7:15 PM local time)
- Broadcasters (India)
- Star Sports TV channels
- Live Streaming (India)
- JioHotstar app and website
- India Captain
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Australia Captain
- Mitchell Marsh
Sources
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