India vs Australia First T20 Live Score Canceled in Canberra Due to Rain Disruption
The first T20 International match between India and Australia was scheduled to take place in Canberra but was ultimately called off due to rain disruptions. Initially, the game was curtailed to an 18-over format after rain interrupted play. However, the match had to be abandoned again while India was batting at 97 runs for one wicket in the tenth over.
Match Details: India vs Australia 1st T20
- Date: Wednesday
- Location: Manuka Oval, Canberra
- India Score: 97/1 in 10 overs
Australian captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and decided to bowl first in this match, part of a five-match T20I series. Australia previously triumphed in the ODI series against India, winning 2-1.
Context and Background
This match marked India’s first outing since their victory in the Asia Cup held in September 2025. Although conditions in Canberra differ from those expected at the T20 World Cup scheduled for 2026 in Sri Lanka and India, it offered an excellent opportunity for both teams to test their line-ups.
Teams for the 1st T20I
Australia (Playing XI)
- Mitchell Marsh (c)
- Travis Head
- Josh Inglis (w)
- Tim David
- Mitchell Owen
- Marcus Stoinis
- Josh Philippe
- Xavier Bartlett
- Nathan Ellis
- Matthew Kuhnemann
- Josh Hazlewood
India (Playing XI)
- Abhishek Sharma
- Shubman Gill
- Suryakumar Yadav (c)
- Tilak Varma
- Sanju Samson (w)
- Shivam Dube
- Axar Patel
- Harshit Rana
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Jasprit Bumrah
The match served as a crucial indicator for both teams leading up to the World Cup event. With India being the reigning champions, it highlighted the evolving strategies in T20 cricket. Australia’s formidable lineup, featuring powerful hitters, was set to challenge India’s strong batting side.
Looking Ahead
As the five-match series progresses, both teams aim to fine-tune their squads in preparation for the approaching T20 World Cup. The encounter in chilly Canberra was not just a game but a glimpse into the high-octane future of T20 cricket.
