Australia are set to take on India in the third and final ODI of the series on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). The hosts
have an unassailable 2-0 lead.
With the series in their pocket, Australia are expected to test their bench strength, providing opportunities to players who have not featured so far. They will also be keen to complete a clean sweep and carry that momentum into the upcoming T20 series.
Meanwhile, India will be eager to bounce back after losing the first two ODIs, which cost them the series. The visitors will look to secure a consolation win in the final match and finish the ODI leg on a positive note before shifting focus to the T20 format.
AUS vs IND — Match Details
| Match | Australia vs India, 3rd ODI, India tour of Australia 2025 |
| Date and time | Saturday, October 25; 9:00 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Sydny Cricket Ground, Sydney |
| Live broadcast and streaming | JioStar Network Channels & JioHotstar (App & Website) |
Sydney Cricket Ground — Pitch Report
The third ODI will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), a venue known for its batting-friendly conditions. The ball generally comes nicely onto the bat, allowing batters to play their shots with freedom. However, fast bowlers will need to put in considerable effort to extract movement and pick up wickets. As the match progresses, the spinners are likely to come into play, with the surface offering them some assistance, especially if they maintain disciplined lines and lengths.
AUS vs IND — Head-to-Head Records in ODIs
| Matches Played | 154 |
| Won by Australia | 86 |
| Won by India | 58 |
| No Result | 10 |
| Tied | 00 |
| First-ever Fixture | December 06, 1980 (IND Won) |
| Most-recent Fixture | October 23, 2025 (AUS Won) |
AUS vs IND — Probable Playing 11s
Australia
Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Matthew Short, Matt Renshaw, Alex Carey (wk), Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
India
Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh
AUS vs IND — Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter — Shubman Gill
Indian captain Shubman Gill could be the key batter for the visitors in this clash. Although he has not been among the runs so far in the ODI series, Gill will be eager to return to form with a solid knock. Known for his ability to build long innings and dominate opposition attacks, the Indian skipper will look to lead from the front and anchor India’s batting effort against the Australian bowlers.
Probable Best Bowler — Adam Zampa
Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa could prove to be the key bowler in this encounter. He was highly impressive in the second ODI in Adelaide, where he claimed a four-wicket haul. Zampa will be looking to deliver another impactful performance, using his variations to outsmart the Indian batters and help Australia secure a clean sweep in the series.
Today's Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
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