On October 8th, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, cricket enthusiasts will be treated to an exciting showdown between India and Australia in the 5th Match. The match is scheduled to begin at 08:30 GMT, providing fans with an early-morning cricket spectacle at 2:00 PM IST, local time.
India vs Australia Match Preview
The stage is set for an epic showdown in the fifth match of the 2023 World Cup, as cricket giants India and Australia collide in a battle of titans. With a formidable lineup that includes Rohit Sharma as captain, backed by the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Jasprit Bumrah, India promises a fierce fight on the field. Their array of talents, from the explosive Hardik Pandya to the spin wizardry of Ravichandran Ashwin, make them a force to be reckoned with.
Australia, led by the dynamic Pat Cummins, is equally prepared for the challenge. Their lineup boasts batting prowess in the form of Steve Smith and David Warner, along with the all-round capabilities of Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis. With a formidable pace attack featuring Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc, they are poised to make a resounding statement in this tournament.
This clash marks the opening match for both teams, setting the tone for what promises to be an electrifying World Cup campaign. With a lineup of this caliber, cricket fans can expect a fiercely contested battle, where every run, wicket, and catch will be pivotal in determining the outcome.
India vs Australia Weather Report
During the match, the weather is expected to be scorching, with a high of 35°C, but it will feel even hotter with a RealFeel® temperature of 42°C, and a RealFeel Shade™ temperature of 39°C. The conditions will be mostly sunny, with a high UV Index of 9, indicating unhealthy sun exposure. The wind will blow from the south at 17 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 28 km/h. There is a 25% chance of precipitation, with a minimal 1% chance of thunderstorms.
India vs Australia Pitch Report
The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai typically offers a spin-friendly wicket, with assistance for slow bowlers as the match progresses. Batsmen may find it challenging to score freely in the early overs.
India vs Australia Predicted XI
India: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya (vc), Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Ravichandran Ashwin.
Australia: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins (c), Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa.
Dream11 Team for India vs Australia
Wicketkeeper: Josh Inglis
Captain: Pat Cummins
Batters: David Warner, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Steve Smith
Bowlers: Ravichandran Ashwin, Mitchell Starc, Jasprit Bumrah
All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya
Where to Watch India vs Australia?
| COUNTRY | BROADCASTING CHANNELS & LIVE STREAMING |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | Ariana TV, Ariana News, Ariana TV website, SportsAfghan-Wireless.com |
| Australia | Fox Sports 501, Channel 9 HD, 9Gem HD, FoxtelGo, FoxtelNOW, Kayo, 9Now |
| Bangladesh | GTV, BTV, T Sports, Rabbithole |
| Canada | Willow TV, Disney+ Hotstar |
| Caribbean Islands | ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Play Caribbean |
| Central & South America and Mexico | ESPN+ |
| Continental Europe and SEA (excluding Singapore) | YuppTV |
| Hong Kong | Astro Cricket via NowTV, YuppTV |
| India | Star Sports 1 (HD+HD), Star Sports 1 Hindi (SD+HD), Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada, Star Sports 2 (HD+SD), Disney+ Hotstar |
| Maldives, Nepal, Bhutan | Star Sports 1 (HD+HD), Star Sports 1 Hindi (SD+HD), Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada, Star Sports 2 (HD+SD), Yupp TV |
| Malaysia | Astro Cricket, Yupp TV |
| MENA | CricLife, CricLife Max, StarzPlay, Switch TV |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport |
| Pacific Islands | TVWAN Action, TVWAN Sports, Digicel app |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, www.ptvsports.pk, Daraz, Tapmad, Jazz, A-Sports, ARY ZAP |
| Singapore | HubSports 4, HubSports 5, StarHub TV+ (Simulcast of linear channels) |
| Sri Lanka | Sirasa TV, Dialog TV, Event TV, Kiki.lk, Kiki app |
| South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport Grandstand, SuperSport Cricket, SuperSport app |
| UK | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Mix, SkyGO, Sky Sports App |
| USA | WillowTV, ESPN+ app |
