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LIVE Score Updates Of IND vs AUS 1st T20: The T20I series between India and Australia unfolds amidst a perplexing international cricket schedule, marked by the questionable decision to commence a five-match series merely four days post the ODI World Cup final. This scheduling raises eyebrows, especially given the recent history of England being thrust into a three-match ODI series against Australia immediately after their T20 World Cup victory. The frequency of encounters between India and Australia this year adds to the puzzlement, with multiple Test, ODI, and T20 series, along with their clash in the World Test Championship final and the ODI World Cup.
India wisely opts to rest most of its World Cup squad, providing opportunities for emerging talents, while Australia maintains continuity with seven retained players from their World Cup triumph. The series, though seemingly inconsequential, holds significance as a crucial preparation for the T20 World Cup, offering players a chance to secure their roles. Ishan Kishan and Matthew Wade stand out as key figures in this context. The matches unfold in the humid conditions of Visakhapatnam, known for favouring batsmen but occasionally offering spin-friendly pitches.
LIVE India vs Australia 1st T20I: Captain Matthew Wade Excited For T20 Series
"Really excited as a collective to be here and get the opportunity to do this. You know, we've got a few guys that are crossing over from the World Cup and also have a lot of fresh faces here. They're excited to be in India and play for Australia for the first time in this country."
LIVE India vs Australia 1st T20I: Captain Suryakumar Yadav's Message For Team India
"When I met the squad in the afternoon today, I told them to be very selfless when you go into the field. Because I'm a guy who doesn't think too much about personal milestones but instead thinks of a team's goal. And I've always told them that you have to keep the team first."
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