The 1st ODI between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth has been temporarily halted due to rain, interrupting what had already been a tough start for the visitors. At the time of the stoppage, India were 25/3 in 8.5 overs, struggling to counter Australia’s pace attack on a lively surface.
The rain arrived at 12:13 local time (09:43 IST), just as Nathan Ellis was midway through his second over. The players quickly walked off the field as the drizzle turned heavier, forcing the umpires to suspend play.
Before the interruption, Australia’s bowlers had completely dominated the opening session. Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, and Nathan Ellis each picked up a wicket, dismissing Rohit Sharma (8), Virat Kohli (0), and Shubman Gill (10) respectively.
At the crease when play stopped were Shreyas Iyer (2 off 9) and Axar Patel (0 off 4), tasked with stabilizing India’s innings after a collapse that left them reeling early.
The covers are now on, and ground staff are monitoring the situation as fans await an update on the weather.
