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In a long-awaited return to the ODI format for India‘s veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made a significant impact straight away during the first ODI between India and Australia. Ashwin, who hadn’t played an ODI since January 2022, was included in the Men in Blue’s playing XI for this crucial encounter.
R Ashwin makes impact with Marnus Labuschagne’s wicket
The moment of impact arrived in the 33rd over when Marnus Labuschagne attempted a reverse sweep but missed the ball completely. After a brief fumble, the ball hit the pads of KL Rahul and then crashed into the stumps. The on-field umpire referred the decision to the third umpire, who, after examining all available angles, adjudged Labuschagne out.
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This wicket was a well-deserved reward for the Chennai-born cricketer, who had bowled a tight spell throughout the innings. Ashwin concluded his 10-over quota with figures of 1 wicket for 47 runs in the series opener.
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India’s strong bowling display limits Australia
In a thrilling encounter, India won the toss and elected to field first, setting the stage for a crucial clash in the ODI series against Australia. The decision to bowl first proved to be a masterstroke as Indian pacer Mohammed Shami, one of the standout performers, made an immediate impact.
In the fourth delivery of his opening over, Shami dismissed the in-form Australian batter Mitchell Marsh, giving India an early breakthrough. Despite a resilient partnership of 94 runs between the experienced duo of David Warner and Steve Smith, the Indian bowlers displayed tremendous skill and character.
Led by Shami, India made a remarkable comeback by taking crucial wickets, preventing Australia from posting an imposing total and limited them to 276 in the allotted 50 overs.
Shami emerged as the star of the show with a brilliant five-wicket haul, further establishing his reputation as a potent force in India’s fast-bowling department. His exceptional spell of 5/51 played a pivotal role in restricting Australia and setting the stage for India’s chase in this exciting ODI contest.
