The wait is finally over for cricket fans as India take on Australia in the 1st T20I of the five-match series at the picturesque Manuka Oval in Canberra on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The match begins at 1:45 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 1:15 PM IST. This high-voltage encounter marks the start of India’s preparation for the T20 World Cup 2026, while also giving fans a chance to witness two of the world’s best T20 sides battle it out on Australian soil.

The fixture holds special importance as it will be Suryakumar Yadav’s first major overseas assignment as captain. After guiding India to an unbeaten Asia Cup 2025 victory, the flamboyant batter now faces the challenge of leading his team in fast and bouncy conditions Down Under.

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