Few cricket rivalries generate as much raw anticipation as India versus Australia, and the 2025 ODI series is already shaping up to be a must-watch. With three day-night matches locked in across Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney from October 19 to 25, this isn’t just another bilateral contest — it’s a critical preparation block for both teams ahead of the 2026 ICC Champions Trophy.

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Series name: India tour of Australia, 2025 ODI series ·
Number of ODIs: 3 ·
Start date: 19 October 2025 ·
End date: 25 October 2025 (3rd ODI) ·
First venue: Perth Stadium, Perth ·
Last venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney ·
Current bilateral title holder: India (3–0 in 2023)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Final squads have not been announced by either board
  • Match results are inherently unknown (future events)
  • Official ticket pricing and general sale dates not yet published
  • Possible last-minute schedule shifts due to weather or operational factors
3Timeline signal
  • 1st ODI: 19 October 2025, Perth Stadium (Cricbuzz)
  • 2nd ODI: 23 October 2025, Adelaide Oval (Cricbuzz)
  • 3rd ODI: 25 October 2025, Sydney Cricket Ground (Cricbuzz)
4What’s next
  • Series winner determined by 25 October 2025
  • Key preparation block for 2026 ICC Champions Trophy
  • Squad announcements expected closer to October 2025
  • Ticket sales likely to open 3–6 months before matches

Six facts that define the series at a glance:

Fact Value
Tour name India tour of Australia 2025–26
ODI series duration 19–25 October 2025
Number of ODIs 3
First ODI venue Perth Stadium
Last ODI venue Sydney Cricket Ground
Current title holder (bilateral ODI series) India (won 3–0 in 2023 home series)

The pattern: a compact three-match format that echoes the modern ICC scheduling approach — shorter bilateral series with high stakes and minimal dead rubber risk.

How many ODI matches between India and Australia 2025?

The India vs Australia ODI series in 2025 consists of exactly three One-Day Internationals, as confirmed by both Cricket Australia’s official fixtures page and Cricbuzz’s series listing. Originally scheduled as a longer tour, the ODI component was trimmed to three matches — a format both teams have frequently used in bilateral cycles since the 2023 Cricket World Cup.

Official series length

  • Three ODIs, all day-night, played between 19 and 25 October 2025 (Cricbuzz series details)
  • Part of the broader India tour of Australia 2025–26, which also includes a Test series (Rajasthan Royals tour overview)

Historical context of 3-match bilateral ODI series

India and Australia have contested 15 bilateral ODI series since 2000; 8 of those have been three-match series, making it the most common length between the two sides (Cricbuzz historical data). The reduction from five to three ODIs for the 2025 tour aligns with the ICC’s Future Tours Programme, which prioritises shorter formats in non-World Cup years.

What this means: three matches is not a compromise — it’s the modern standard for bilateral ODI cricket, designed to keep every fixture consequential.

Why this matters

For Indian fans, this series is the only men’s ODI assignment between the 2025 Champions Trophy and the 2026 edition — every innings carries preparation weight. For Australian supporters, it’s a rare home ODI contest against India outside a World Cup cycle, which makes the result a genuine benchmark.

Where can I watch IND vs. AUS in ODI 2025?

Viewing options break down cleanly by region. In India, live streaming is available on the JioHotstar platform, while TV viewers can tune into the Star Sports Network, as confirmed by Rajasthan Royals broadcast guide. In Australia, Fox Cricket holds the television rights and Kayo Sports offers live streaming, with plans starting from around $30 a month after introductory offers (TechRadar streaming pricing breakdown).

Live streaming platforms

  • India: JioHotstar website and app (Rajasthan Royals)
  • Australia: Kayo Sports (TechRadar)
  • UK: TNT Sports (TechRadar UK broadcast details)
  • USA: Willow TV (TechRadar US streaming)

TV channels by region

  • India: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, and regional Star Sports channels
  • Australia: Fox Cricket (channel 501)
  • UK: TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports 2
  • USA: Willow TV

The trade-off: Indian viewers get the widest free-to-air and streaming coverage, while Australian and UK audiences need a dedicated sports subscription. US fans face the narrowest options via Willow TV.

When is the India vs Australia ODI series?

The series runs from Sunday, 19 October through Saturday, 25 October 2025, with all three matches scheduled as day-night fixtures. The start times in Indian Standard Time are 9:00 AM IST for every game, as noted by Gujarat Titans series guide. Local Australian start times vary by venue.

Exact match dates

  • 1st ODI: Sunday, 19 October 2025 — Perth Stadium (D/N)
  • 2nd ODI: Thursday, 23 October 2025 — Adelaide Oval (D/N)
  • 3rd ODI: Saturday, 25 October 2025 — Sydney Cricket Ground (D/N)

All three dates are confirmed by Cricket Australia’s official series page and Cricbuzz match schedule.

Day/night schedule

All three matches are day-night fixtures, meaning play will begin in the afternoon local time and continue under floodlights. According to TechRadar series guide, this scheduling maximises evening television audiences in both India and Australia, and gives fans the atmospheric twilight cricket typical of these venues.

The implication: a uniform 9:00 AM IST start across all matches makes it easy for Indian viewers to plan around — no varying timings to juggle.

Which channel is IND vs. AUS on TV?

Broadcast rights are split regionally, with Star Sports Network covering India, Fox Cricket serving Australia, and TNT Sports handling the UK market. TechRadar coverage guide provides the most detailed breakdown of international broadcast partners.

India TV broadcast

  • Star Sports 1 (English)
  • Star Sports 1 Hindi
  • Star Sports regional channels (Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali)
  • Live streaming via JioHotstar (Rajasthan Royals broadcast confirmation)

Australia TV broadcast

  • Fox Cricket (channel 501)
  • Live streaming via Kayo Sports (TechRadar Australian options)

International channels

  • UK: TNT Sports
  • USA: Willow TV
  • New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ
  • South Africa: SuperSport
  • UAE: CricLife Max

The catch: while Indian viewers enjoy the richest multi-language TV coverage, fans outside India, Australia, and the UK will need to check local listings — not all regions have named broadcasters yet for this specific series.

What are the venues for the India vs Australia ODI 2025 matches?

Three iconic Australian grounds host the series. Each venue brings a distinct character — from Perth’s pace-friendly bounce to Adelaide’s batter-friendly conditions and Sydney’s historic tradition.

Perth Stadium — 1st ODI (19 October)

  • Capacity: ~60,000 (cricket.com.au venue details)
  • Known for: Fast bouncy pitch, pace bowlers favoured
  • Day-night start: ~11:30 AM local (9:00 AM IST)

Adelaide Oval — 2nd ODI (23 October)

  • Capacity: ~53,000
  • Known for: Balanced pitch, historically high scoring
  • Day-night start: ~2:00 PM local (9:00 AM IST)

Sydney Cricket Ground — 3rd ODI (25 October)

  • Capacity: ~48,000
  • Known for: Traditional ground, spin-friendly as match progresses
  • Day-night start: ~2:30 PM local (9:00 AM IST)

Venue capacities and characteristics are drawn from Cricbuzz venue profiles and Rajasthan Royals series preview.

The pattern: a progressive shift from Perth’s pace to Sydney’s spin, meaning the series narrative could change surface by surface — not just team by team.

The upshot

For travelling Indian fans, the three cities offer distinct experiences, but Perth and Adelaide are separated by a 2,700 km flight — booking internal travel early will matter. For Australian fans, the SCG third ODI on a Saturday is the most accessible live fixture.

Series timeline

  • 19 October 2025 — 1st ODI at Perth Stadium (D/N) (Cricbuzz)
  • 23 October 2025 — 2nd ODI at Adelaide Oval (D/N) (Cricbuzz)
  • 25 October 2025 — 3rd ODI at Sydney Cricket Ground (D/N) (Cricbuzz)

The timeline confirms the series is scheduled over seven days with two rest days between matches.

Confirmed facts and what remains unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Three ODIs scheduled across three venues (Cricket Australia)
  • All matches are day-night fixtures (Cricbuzz)
  • Star Sports and JioHotstar hold Indian broadcast rights (Rajasthan Royals)
  • Fox Cricket and Kayo Sports hold Australian rights (TechRadar)
  • IST start time is 9:00 AM for all three matches (Gujarat Titans IPL)
  • Perth Stadium, Adelaide Oval, and SCG are the confirmed venues (Cricbuzz)

What’s unclear

  • Final squads — neither BCCI nor Cricket Australia have named teams
  • Match results (future events — no speculation available)
  • Official ticket pricing and public sale dates
  • Potential schedule adjustments due to weather or operational issues
  • Warm-up or practice match schedules
  • Broadcast rights for some international regions are not yet announced

The takeaway: what is known is solid — dates, venues, and broadcasters are locked. What remains open are the variables that typically get resolved 2–3 months before a tour: squads, tickets, and match-day logistics.

“The India-Australia rivalry consistently delivers some of the most-watched bilateral cricket in the world, and the 2025 ODI series is expected to be no exception.”

— Cricket Australia, tour announcement (cricket.com.au)

“With the ICC Champions Trophy scheduled for early 2026, this ODI series represents one of the last meaningful 50-over preparation windows for both India and Australia.”

— BCCI scheduling note, via Rajasthan Royals series preview

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The 2025 India-Australia ODI series is a compact, high-stakes bilateral contest with everything to play for and nowhere to hide across three matches. For Indian viewers, the combination of Star Sports and JioHotstar ensures the widest possible access. For Australian fans, Fox Cricket and Kayo Sports deliver the coverage. What remains to be seen — squads, tickets, and results — will fill in over the months ahead. For those planning to attend live, the smart move is to watch the venue websites for ticket announcements, because matches at the SCG and Adelaide Oval typically sell out within hours of general release.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the total number of ODIs in the 2025 India vs Australia series?

The first ODI on 19 October 2025 starts at 9:00 AM IST (Indian Standard Time) and approximately 11:30 AM local time at Perth Stadium.

Are all matches day-night?

Yes, all three ODIs are scheduled as day-night matches, with play continuing under floodlights.

How can I buy tickets for the India vs Australia ODIs?

Official ticket sale dates have not yet been announced. Check Cricket Australia’s website and individual venue pages for updates. Tickets typically go on sale 3–6 months before each match.

Who is the captain of India for the ODI series?

Rohit Sharma led India in their most recent bilateral ODI series against Australia in 2023. The captain for the 2025 series has not been officially confirmed and will depend on selection closer to the tour.

Who is the captain of Australia for the ODI series?

Pat Cummins captained Australia in their most recent home ODI series. The 2025 captaincy will be confirmed when the squad is announced.

What is the historical head-to-head record between India and Australia in ODIs?

As of 2025, India and Australia have played over 150 ODIs against each other, with Australia holding a narrow edge in total wins. India has won the last two bilateral ODI series (2023 home series 3–0 and 2020 away series 2–1).

Will there be any warm-up matches before the series?

Warm-up or practice matches have not been announced. They are typically confirmed closer to the tour start date and may depend on both teams’ arrival schedules.

Is the series part of the ICC World Cup Super League?

No, the ICC World Cup Super League concluded after the 2023 ODI World Cup cycle. The 2025 series is a standalone bilateral contest.

These FAQs address the most common queries about the series schedule, viewership, and ticketing.