AUS V IND: Bowlers And Marsh Power Australia To 7-wicket Win In Series Opener
Australia clinched a comfortable seven-wicket win in the first ODI against India, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Skipper Mitchell Marsh shepherded Australia's chase, while India faced a top-order collapse with veteran duo Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli struggling in their much-anticipated comeback to international cricket.
Batting first, India made 136 for 9 in a rain-marred match reduced to 26 overs per side. Australia's revised target was 131 runs off 26 overs, which the hosts chased down with 29 balls remaining.
Shubman Gill, leading India for the first time in an ODI, opened his captaincy career in the 50-over format with a loss.
Australia's win was powered by their bowlers and Marsh's leadership, securing a strong start to the series.
Author's summary: Australia wins first ODI against India.