Aussies Introduce Two New Players in ODI Opener to Break Perth Jinx LIVE Coverage

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Aussies Introduce Two New Players in ODI Opener to Break Perth Jinx LIVE Coverage

Australia is set to feature two new players in the opening One Day International (ODI) against India at Perth’s Optus Stadium. The match kicks off at 2:30 PM AEDT on Sunday. This marks the debut of Matthew Renshaw, who made his Test debut nine years ago, alongside the promising Mitchell Owen, a standout from the Big Bash League (BBL).

Key Players Taking the Field

In addition to the debutants, captain Mitchell Marsh has confirmed that Matt Short will return to the side, batting in the third position as he did during the recent T20 series in New Zealand. Marsh stated, “We see no real difference between opening and batting number three, and we feel comfortable with him batting up there.”

Team Adjustments

Josh Philippe will take on wicketkeeping duties, as Josh Inglis is sidelined with a calf strain.
Alex Carey is part of the squad but will not participate in this match due to recent Sheffield Shield commitments.
The bowling line-up is still uncertain, with Matthew Kuhnemann potentially returning after Adam Zampa’s exit for personal reasons.

Australia’s Struggles at Optus Stadium

The Australian team has yet to secure a win in three previous ODIs at Optus Stadium. In their last two outings, they faced significant challenges from opposing fast bowlers, being dismissed for just 140 runs against Pakistan and 152 runs against South Africa.

Opponents	Score	Date
Pakistan	140	Last November
South Africa	152	2018

Mitchell Marsh emphasized the importance of navigating the initial overs effectively, stating, “Both teams will be looking to do early damage on that wicket.” He added that achieving a solid start will be crucial for maximizing scoring opportunities.