As we at Sportzwiki are with the Match Preview of the fifth and final ODI of India vs Australia 2019 series, following a cliffhanger in Mohali, and in between, we expect another humdinger at Feroz Shah Kotla in New Delhi in a day’s time.
On a belter of a surface at the PCA Stadium in Mohali, India-Australia accumulated 718
It’s the time for a culmination of series with hosts receiving a bit of thrashing. On the other side, the visitors are in good stead while settling with consecutive victories.
With guests in a positive frame of mind, India has a lot to produce in the decider on Wednesday (March 13).
Men in Blue led by Virat Kohli have been relying on a last International assignment ahead of the 2019 World Cup with Australia facing Pakistan in the five-ODI series in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
India eye series win following a setback:
Even though, back-to-back losses India have positives to pick from the Mohali ODIs. The opening pair regained the form with their 193-run partnership. Shikhar Dhawan slammed stroke-filled 16th ODI ton, whereas, Rohit Sharma missed out on overall 23rd ODI ton. However, he had played a good shot but it was Australia’s night.
In the bowling department, a return of Bhuvneshwar Kumar has bolstered the bowling department, but what lacks India in, is a useful fifth bowling option.
Kedar Jadhav is expected to be a trump card with his unusual action. On the other side, Jasprit Bumrah has played a significant role by eking out wickets with his fine bowling display.
India would like to make amends following a sloppy fielding in Mohali.
Australians are brimming with confidence:
The guests have not only pulled up the socks, but they also reposed faith in young guns to challenge world ranked No.2 ODI team India. From Jhye Richardson to Ashton Turner and Pat Cummins to Peter Handscomb, the Kangaroos had a rock-solid show in Nagpur and then in Mohali.
Turner had played a remarkable knock by thrashing Indian bowlers all-rounder the park.
Despite a high-scoring thriller, Pat Cummins five-for has pulled things back for Aussies which eventually set the tone for visitors.
Date & Venue:
| Date | Venue |
| 13th of March, 2019 | Feroz Shah Kotla, New Delhi |
Ongoing ODI Series Result:
| ODI Series | India | Australia |
| 5 | 2 | 2 |
Here’s the predicted XI line-up for both teams:
India’s Predicted XI:
| Player Name | Role |
| Rohit Sharma | Batsman |
| Shikhar Dhawan | Batsman |
| Virat Kohli (C) | Batsman |
| KL Rahul | Batsman |
| Rishabh Pant | WK/Batsman |
| Kedar Jadhav | Batsman |
| Vijay Shankar | All-Rounder |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Bowler |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Bowler |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Bowler |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Bowler |
Australia Predicted XI:
| Player Name | Role |
| Usman Khawaja | Batsman |
| Aaron Finch (c) | Batsman |
| Shaun Marsh | Batsman |
| Glenn Maxwell | All-Rounder |
| Peter Handscomb | Batsman |
| Ashton Turner | Batsman |
| Alex Carey | Wk/Batsman |
| Pat Cummins | Bowler |
| Jhye Richardson | Bowler |
| Adam Zampa | Bowler |
| Jason Behrendorff | Bowler |
ODI head-to-head record in India:
| Matches 60 | India won 27 | Australia 28 | NR 5 |
Records to be achieved:
Kohli is just 67 runs shy to become overall third India highest run-getters in ODIs. He will eclipse veteran Rahul Dravid who has accumulated 10,889 runs.
If India will clinch a win in Delhi, it will be their 50th victory against Australia in ODIs.
Interestingly, it will also be Kohli’s 50th win as a skipper in the 50-over format.
Rohit is 46 runs away to scale the summit of 8,000 ODI runs. Concurrently, he has amassed 7954 runs in the day-long format in 205 ODIs.
You could also access the detailed stats for the Delhi ODI here.
Pitch Condition:
In between Delhi surface has witnessed games with uneven bounce intimidating the batsmen. However, by going the track record of Delhi wicket, it has been a true surface for the batsman. With shorter boundaries on each side, fielders had to toil hard alongside bowlers who could face the canning from big-hitters.
It could be time for batters. Anyway, top bowlers are supposed to give a tough time to batters in form, too.
Venue ODI Stats:
| Venue | Delhi |
| Matches | 24 |
| Batting first team won | 11 |
| Bowling first team won | 12 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 233 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 211 |
| Highest Total | 330 for 8 by Windies vs the Netherlands |
| Lowest Total Set | 115 for 10 by the Netherlands vs Windies |
| Highest Total Chased | 281 for 4 in 40.5 overs by India vs SL |
| Lowest Total Defended | 167 by India vs Pakistan |
Weather Condition:
As the weather forecast for the game is clear, the fans could witness a complete game. With the day-night fixture, the players from both teams would acclimatise the conditions.
The temperature would hover around 26 degree Celsius. The pleasing temperature would further make things easier for fans to enjoy the 100-over contest between two cricketing giants.
Where to Watch:
Star Sports Network including HD Channels, Streaming; HotStar
Match Prediction:
As we have come to the series-decided things won’t be easy for two top-class teams. With Australia boosted by a thrilling win in Mohali on Sunday, India had a lot at stake as Kohli is playing at his home base.
While relying on a close finish, hosts had enough to hold nerves in the virtual final to eke out a series win against a resurgent Aussies.
Men in Blue are playing at their home conditions, they have a benefit to claim the day-night fixture to make it 3-2.