2nd ODI between Australia And India On October 23, 2025 in Adelaide, it is a big stakes and must-win match for the visiting Indian side. After a disappointing seven-wicket defeat in the rain-affected series opener in Perth, the pressure is on the senior Indian batsmen to perform.
Michael Clarke’s prediction regarding Virat Kohli’s innings in Adelaide ODI against Australia
former australian captain michael clarke A big prediction has come out for one of India’s biggest stars, Virat KohliWho suffered a rare duck in the first game. Clarke believes the iconic batsman will thrive at the Adelaide Oval, historically known as Kohli’s ‘fortress’ in Australia, and has backed the tourists to confidently win the match and level the three-match series.
Clarke has confidently backed Kohli to score a match-winning century in the crucial second ODI at the Adelaide Oval. The top Indian batsman was out for a duck in eight balls in the opening ODI in Perth, making a strong comeback in Adelaide a psychological necessity for both him and the team. Clarke dismissed Perth’s failure by citing Kohli’s unprecedented historical success at the Adelaide Oval, where he averages 65 with five centuries across all international formats.
“Virat Kohli’s record in any format at the Adelaide Oval is amazing. I wouldn’t be surprised if Virat comes out and scores a century in the second ODI.”
This prediction demonstrated confidence that Kohli has the class and temperament to make an immediate comeback, especially at the position where he feels most comfortable. It is expected that the pressure of a must-win game will bring out the best in the Champion Chaser.
clarke’s second oDI result prediction and bowling change prediction
In his final match prediction for the second ODI, Clarke clearly favored Team India to win the game and subsequently level the three-match series 1-1. This confidence in an Indian victory is a direct result of their expectation that Kohli will lead the innings with a big score. India’s seven-wicket defeat in the first ODI via the DLS method means they have little margin for error, and the batting-friendly reputation of the Adelaide ground compared to Perth’s bouncy track has aided the Indian batting lineup’s recovery.
Clarke also gave an insight into India’s likely team selection and suggested that despite their failures in Perth, they will stick with their top order full of star players. Instead, he believes India can make changes to their bowling attack. The changes could include a swap in one fast bowler after Perth played three specialist fast bowlers and three all-rounders. Harshit Rana Like for expert wrist-spinner -Kuldeep YadavOr an all-rounder spot is being investigated, given that adam zampa Is returning as a significant wicket-taking threat for Australia.
“They can make a change in the bowling. They have three all-rounders so they can make changes there. But India have always liked all-rounders in their shorter format teams who can score easy runs lower down the order and get them overs.”
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