The much awaited first ODI between Australia And India The match started with fireworks as the host team’s fast bowlers fired at the Optus Stadium in Perth. Australian captain after winning the toss Michelle Marsh Opted to bowl first on a green surface – a move that paid immediate dividends. Due to the relentless pace and movement of the Australian fast bowlers, India’s top order collapsed and three wickets fell for just 25 runs.
Early casualties included the experienced pair Rohit Sharma And Virat KohliBoth are returning to the ODI setup after a long break. Rohit could score only eight runs before falling Josh HazlewoodWhile Kohli suffered a nightmare return, getting out for a duck.
Cooper Connolly’s brilliance stunned Perth crowd as Virat Kohli was out for a duck
The highlight of the innings came in the seventh over, when Mitchell Starc Produced a trademark delivery outside off stump. Kohli, in an attempt to consolidate himself as quickly as possible, went for faster drives away from his body. The ball took a thick outside edge and flew towards backward point, where cooper connolly Absolutely amazing performance.
Diving full to his left, Connolly timed his jump to perfection, lofting the ball a few inches above the turf. The Perth crowd went wild when Starc celebrated Kohli’s prized wicket. The dismissal left India’s score at 25/3 and the Australians were in complete control of the proceedings. The spectacular catch quickly went viral on social media, with fans and experts praising Connolly’s athletic ability and reflexes.
Here is the video:
Virat Kohli has become a fool!#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/cg9GbcMRAE
– cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) 19 October 2025
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Rohit and Kohli’s bad start on return to ODI
Both Rohit and Kohli return to India’s ODI lineup Shubman GillCaptained by, they last played together in the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this year. However, his return did not go as planned. Rohit started with stylish boundaries but could not capitalize on them, while Kohli’s dismissal without scoring added to India’s early troubles.
The pair, who have propelled India’s batting for more than a decade, looked out of rhythm on the lively Perth pitch. Their failure has raised early concerns about India’s ability to handle Australia’s pace attack, especially after a long time away from international cricket.
Play stopped due to rain, India struggling at 37/3
As the game reached the 12th over, rain interrupted play, giving India’s middle order a reprieve. at the stoppage, Shreyas Iyer (6)* And Akshar Patel (7)* Was struggling to rebuild the innings. Captain Gill was the third batsman to be out, scoring only 10 runs before falling. nathan ellis,
When play resumes, India will look to stabilize their innings (currently at 37/3) and aim for a competitive total. Meanwhile, Australia, buoyed by their fast start and Connolly’s brilliant innings, will be keen to continue their dominance and bowl out India cheaply.
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