IND vs AUS, 3rd ODI | Playing 11 Prediction, Cricket Tips, Preview & Live Streaming

Suryakumar Yadav has been in excellent form against Australia lately (AP Photos)

Australia's performances in the ongoing three-match ODI series against India have been truly disappointing, whether it was in Mohali or Indore. As a result, they have lost the series with a game to spare against a side that did not have Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and Kuldeep Yadav.

Now that all the big boys are set to return to play for the Men in Blue, will the Kangaroos be brave enough to get a consolation win on Wednesday in Rajkot? Well, time will tell.

IND vs AUS: Team Previews

India

Shreyas Iyer got back to his form in Indore (AP Photos)

While there have been many high points in the series, Shreyas Iyer's atonement has provided the Men in Blue with the most solace thus far. After a long-standing injury, the stylish middle-order batsman appeared to be losing his touch, but his stunning century at Holkar silenced his critics.

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India will be without Shardul Thakur, injured Axar Patel, and in-form Shubman Gill for the final ODI in Rajkot, keeping workload management in mind. Rohit Sharma will take Gill’s place, while Jasprit Bumrah, who did not play the Indore game due to family concerns, is likely to come in for Thakur.

It will be interesting to see who will make room for Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya. Ishan Kishan and Ravindra Jadeja are the most likely players to be benched, considering the duo have played a significant number of matches over the past two months or so. However, you should always expect the unexpected.

Australia

Australia's David Warner has hit two half-centuries against India in the series (AP Photos)

The only thing going for Australia in this series is the performances of David Warner, who appears to be getting back to his vintage best right before the ODI World Cup. A reunion of Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, who have recently been deemed unfit for a 50-over game, is another possibility for the Rajkot ODI.

Australia may recall Marcus Stoinis to replace Cam Green, who conceded 103 runs off his 10 overs last time in Indore. Mitchell Marsh, who was rested in their previous outing, could also be back, replacing Matthew Short.

Therefore, it is expected that both sides will use as much strength as they can before going to the ODI World Cup.

IND vs AUS: Match Details & Live Streaming

IND vs AUS: Rajkot Pitch Report

Given the average of 6.04 runs per over in the ODIs in Rajkot, fans can expect another high-scoring match between the two heavyweights. The pitch, as usual, aids batsmen in going berserk against bowlers because the ball adheres well to the bat. Here, where the boundaries are larger than in Indore, is Rajkot's only positive aspect for bowlers.

IND vs AUS: Probable Playing XIs

India: Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj

Australia: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey (wk), Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood

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IND vs AUS: Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips

Captain: Hardik Pandya

Vice-Captain: Virat Kohli

IND: 7, AUS: 4

IND vs AUS: Winner Prediction

Expect India to complete a clean sweep by winning the third and final ODI in Rajkot.