NEW DELHI: The three-match India vs Australia ODI series moves to the iconic Adelaide Oval for the second clash, with the visitors, India, desperately needing a win to keep the series alive. The opening match in Perth was affected by rain, eventually reduced to a 26-over-a-side affair, which Australia won comfortably by seven wickets in hand. The first ODI was an utter disappointment for Indian fans, witnessing the return of batting legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after a seven-month layoff only for it to end in a mess. Rohit scored 8, and Kohli registered a rare duck, his first on Australian soil. 'They got found out': Glenn McGrath on Kohli and Rohit’s disappointing ODI return in Perth All eyes are now fixed on Adelaide, a ground historically known as a fortress for Kohli, where he boasts an impressive ODI record. The team will be banking on their senior pros to not only return to form but also lead a spirited fightback. Australia, led by the in-form Mitchell Marsh, who was the Player of the Match in the first ODI, will be confident after a dominant start. The Skipper's aggressive half-century ensured a smooth chase in Perth, and the hosts will look to seal the series with a game to spare. India’s new captain, Shubman Gill, on the other hand faces his first real test, needing to rally his team after a heavy defeat. Kris Srikkanth calls sending KL Rahul low in order “absurd” after India’s Perth ODI defeat Key Players (India) The focus will be squarely on the ODI G.O.A.T., who averages 61 in ODIs at the Adelaide Oval, including two match-winning centuries. The 'Adelaide love affair' is expected to reignite Virat Kohli's batting form after an early failure in Perth. In the bowling department, Mohammad Siraj was the most economical of the frontline Indian bowlers in the last match and will be tasked with providing crucial breakthroughs with the new ball on a pitch that offers good bounce and carry. India Predicted Playing XI Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj. Key Players (Australia) Mitchell Marsh is in blistering white-ball form and comes into this game as the Player of the Match from the series opener. His all-round contributions, both as a destructive top-order batsman and a part-time medium pacer, will be vital for the Australian unit. His partner, Travis Head, is an aggressive opener who consistently puts pressure on the opposition's bowling attack. His familiarity with the home conditions and ability to capitalise on the powerplay overs makes him a continuous threat, especially against India, whom he has terrorized in the past. Australia Predicted Playing 11 Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh(c), Matthew Short, Josh Philippe(w), Matt Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood India vs Australia 2nd ODI Match Overview: Date, Time, Venue Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025Time: 9:00 AM IST (Toss at 8:30 AM IST)Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide India vs Australia ODI Head-to-Head Total Matches Played: 153, Australia Won: 85, India Won:58, No Result/Tie: 10 Adelaide Oval Pitch Report The Adelaide Oval pitch is generally known to be balanced, though the use of a drop-in pitch since the 2013 redevelopment has slightly altered its nature. Fast bowlers typically enjoy good pace and bounce early on, putting the opening batsmen under pressure. However, the surface often settles down as the game progresses, making it excellent for batting in the middle overs. Historically, batting first and putting a big score on the board has made the teams batting first win more than the ones batting second. Adelaide Weather report The weather in Adelaide for the second ODI is expected to be mild and pleasant, typical of late spring in South Australia. The daytime high is anticipated to be around 21°C (70°F), with a low chance of precipitation. Unlike the rain-affected first India vs Australia ODI, a full 50-over contest is highly likely, ensuring a free-flowing game for the fans. Streaming Details The 2nd ODI of the 3-match series between India vs Australia will be televised live on the Star Sports Network and will be available for streaming on the JioCinema/JioHotstar App.