Australia claimed a comfortable seven-wicket victory over India in the rain-hit first ODI in Perth. The match, reduced to 26 overs due to four rain stoppages, saw India post a modest total of 136/9, setting a revised target of 131 for the hosts under the DLS method. Chasing the target, Australia wrapped up the game with 4.5 overs to spare, dominating from the start. Their innings were anchored by steady batting, and the team managed to stay ahead of the required run rate throughout, ensuring a smooth chase. During the first ODI between India and Australia, the match saw its fair share of memorable moments. In the dressing room, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill were spotted enjoying popcorn together. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli appeared frustrated after being dismissed by Mitchell Starc for his 39th ODI duck. On the field, Nitish Reddy made headlines by smashing Mitchell Marsh’s helmet with a fierce bouncer. From Rohit’s popcorn break to Virat’s disappointment and Nitish’s fiery delivery, these moments highlighted the drama and excitement of the rain-affected clash. IND vs AUS, 1st ODI, top moments 1. India lost 16th consecutive ODI toss Team India lost the toss in the first ODI against Australia. Indian captain Shubman Gill could not win the toss. Team India lost the toss for the 16th consecutive time in ODI cricket. The team’s last toss win came against New Zealand in the 2023 ODI World Cup semifinal. Then the team had won the toss and chosen to bat. 2. Rohit-Gill spotted enjoying popcorn In the rain-affected ODI clash in Perth, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill were seen sharing popcorn during a break, adding a light moment amid the action. Notably, Rohit had recently shed 11 kg ahead of his ODI comeback. 3. Rain interrupted play during IND vs AUS clash four times The first ODI in Perth was repeatedly disrupted by rain, with four stoppages affecting India’s innings. Starting at 9:47 AM (IST), India had already lost three wickets before play resumed at 10 AM. Further rain at 10:15 AM, 11:20 AM, and 12:33 PM caused additional delays, reducing the match to 26 overs per side. Despite the interruptions, India managed 136/9, setting a revised target of 131 for Australia, who chased it down without any rain interruptions. 4. Kohli seems frustrated after his first ODI duck In his international comeback after seven months, Virat Kohli was dismissed for a duck, marking his first ODI duck. Facing just eight balls, he fell to Mitchell Starc and appeared visibly disappointed while walking off the field in his return match. 4. Marsh’s helmet broke from Siraj’s bouncer Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj’s bouncer hit Australian captain Mitchell Marsh’s helmet. In the 7th over, the bouncer bowled at 138 kmph and hit Marsh’s helmet, which broke his helmet. The physio team came to check on him, Marsh changed his helmet and continued batting. 5. Siraj saved a six with a leap India’s fast bowler Mohammed Siraj saved a six by jumping at the boundary. Washington Sundar bowled the second ball of the 18th over on good length. Matt Renshaw played a shot towards long off, Siraj at the boundary jumped and saved 5 runs. Post navigation Women’s World Cup- England opt to bat against India:India drop Jemimah Rodrigues to play an extra bowler in Renuka Can Virat Kohli help India level the ODI series?:Scored 5 centuries in Adelaide, IND defeated AUS in the last two ODIs here