The third and final ODI of the India vs Australia series kicked off with Australia winning the toss and electing to bat first. With the series level and pride on the line, both teams are looking to deliver a strong performance before heading into the T20 leg of the tour.

For Team India, captain KL Rahul announced two key changes in the playing XI — Kuldeep Yadav returns to strengthen the spin department, while Prasidh Krishna comes in as an additional pace option. These changes aim to balance the attack and provide variety against Australia’s deep batting lineup.

Australia, on the other hand, stuck to their batting-heavy combination, hoping to put up a challenging total on a pitch expected to assist stroke-making early on before slowing down later. Captain Mitchell Marsh emphasized the importance of building partnerships and utilizing the first batting opportunity effectively.

The Indian bowling lineup, featuring Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, and Ravindra Jadeja, looks well-rounded. With the home crowd behind them, India will aim to restrict Australia and chase confidently under lights.

The series has already offered thrilling contests — from India’s dominant bowling spells to Australia’s power-packed batting. With stars like David Warner, Steve Smith, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer in action, fans can expect another high-intensity encounter.

Cricket enthusiasts are also keeping a close eye on Kuldeep Yadav’s comeback, as his wicket-taking ability in the middle overs could prove crucial. Similarly, Prasidh Krishna’s pace and bounce could trouble the Australian top order on a lively pitch.

As the final ODI unfolds, both sides will look to seal the series with a statement win — setting the tone for the upcoming T20 clashes and the future international calendar.