ENG vs AUS 1st ODI | Playing 11 Prediction, Preview And Live Streaming

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Australia and England are set to renew their white-ball rivalry as they lock horns in the first of a five-match One-Day International series at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, starting Thursday, September 19.

After a closely contested T20I series that ended 1-1, both teams will be eager to make a statement ahead of the upcoming busy cricket calendar.

ENG vs AUS 1st ODI: Team Preview

England

England enter the series with a depleted squad, struggling to find rhythm in the 50-over format. The absence of regular captain Jos Buttler, who is yet to recover from a calf injury, leaves a leadership void, with Harry Brook stepping up to captain the side for the first time. Although Brook has been a revelation in Test and T20 cricket, his relative inexperience in ODIs could be a factor.

Phil Salt, who captained the T20 side in Buttler’s absence, adds more responsibility to a squad that appears light on experience. Jofra Archer and Adil Rashid, seasoned campaigners in the bowling department, will be tasked with spearheading England’s attack, while all-rounder Liam Livingstone, in fine form, will be crucial to their middle-order stability.

England are undergoing a transitional phase in their white-ball setup, especially with Brendon McCullum taking over duties in the 50-over format following Matthew Mott’s sacking. It remains to be seen how this new regime will take shape in what promises to be a demanding series.

Australia

On the other hand, Australia arrive with a squad brimming with experience. The return of Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Starc, Marnus Labuschagne, and Alex Carey adds significant firepower to the lineup, while young talents such as 19-year-old Mahli Beardman also offer future promise.

Travis Head has been in scintillating form, particularly in the T20 series, and will aim to carry that into the ODIs, where he is expected to open the innings. Injuries have hit Australia's fast bowling stocks, with Nathan Ellis, Xavier Bartlett, and Riley Meredith ruled out.

However, Ben Dwarshuis and Mahli Beardman have been flown in to fill the gap. Mitch Marsh will lead the side in Pat Cummins’ absence, and with youth and experience, Australia will look to continue their remarkable run of 12 consecutive ODI victories.

Given their recent dominance, Australia will likely rotate their side across the series, giving opportunities to youngsters like Cooper Connolly, who is in line for a potential debut as they aim to start the series on a winning note.

ENG vs AUS 1st ODI: Match Details & Live Streaming

Date & Time
September 19, 5:00 PM (IST)
VenueTrent Bridge, Nottingham
Broadcast & Live Streaming Sony Sports Network & Sony Liv


ENG vs AUS 1st ODI: Trent Bridge Pitch Report

Trent Bridge is renowned for producing high-scoring contests, particularly in ODI cricket. Historically, the venue has seen some massive totals, but 2024 hasn’t delivered the same volume of runs as previous years. However, bright weather and favourable conditions are expected, which could still lead to a high-scoring affair. In the 50 ODIs played here, teams batting second have won more often (25 matches) than those batting first (22 matches), with the average first-innings score being 251. Given this, expect the captain winning the toss to opt for fielding first.

ENG vs AUS 1st ODI: Probable Playing XIs

England: Phil Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jordan Cox, Harry Brook (c), Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Saqib Mahmood, Reece Topley

Australia: Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood

ENG vs AUS 1st ODI: Winner Prediction

Considering the current form in the format, and overall team composition and experience, Australia are the favourites to win this clash.