The second ODI match of the three-match series between India and Australia took place on October 23, 2025. In this match, Shubman Gill aimed for a comeback while Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma fought to regain form. The game started with India batting first after Australia won the toss and opted to bowl.
Match Overview
- Date: October 23, 2025
- Location: Not specified
- Series: India vs Australia, Second ODI
Teams’ Lineups
India’s Playing XI
- Rohit Sharma
- Shubman Gill (C)
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- Axar Patel
- KL Rahul (W)
- Washington Sundar
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Harshit Rana
- Arshdeep Singh
- Mohammed Siraj
Australia’s Playing XI
- Mitchell Marsh (C)
- Travis Head
- Matthew Short
- Matt Renshaw
- Alex Carey (W)
- Cooper Connolly
- Mitchell Owen
- Xavier Bartlett
- Mitchell Starc
- Adam Zampa
- Josh Hazlewood
Match Highlights
At the start of the game, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill opened the batting. Unfortunately, India faced early setbacks with Gill dismissed for just 17 runs, caught out by Mitchell Marsh. Shortly after, Virat Kohli fell victim to Xavier Bartlett, leaving India at 17/2.
After the powerplay, India managed to score only 29 runs, facing a challenging situation. Rohit Sharma then began to stabilize India’s innings, reaching a half-century with a strike rate around 69. His partnership with Shreyas Iyer added crucial runs, including two sixes off Mitchell Owen’s deliveries. By the 19th over, India reached 83/2.
Key Performances
Rohit Sharma’s resilience was a highlight, especially after a rapid decline in wicket losses. Shreyas Iyer’s contributions also played a vital role in India’s response against Australia.
Implications for Players
As the teams battle, Shubman Gill aims for a comeback while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli work to find their best form. Their performances are critical as the series progresses, and each match’s outcome could shape their reputations and success moving forward.
