AUS vs IND ODI sequence: Itll be an incredible expertise for our group in packed out stadiums towards India, says Mitchell Marsh

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh on Saturday (October 18, 2025) mentioned enjoying in “packed out stadiums” towards India who could have Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli again within the ranks shall be a “nice expertise” for his group.

With Australia’s focus fixated firmly on the Ashes beginning subsequent month, they’ll tackle India throughout three ODIs and 5 T20Is beginning with the 50-overs recreation in Perth on Sunday (October 19, 2025).

“Had the privilege of playing against them quite a lot over the journey,” Marsh instructed the media speaking about enjoying towards Rohit and Kohli.

“They’re obviously legends of the game, Virat is the greatest chaser ever in this format. I think you can see by the ticket sales that a lot of people want to come and watch them.”

“To see the stadium packed out against India, it’s going to be a great experience for our group,” he added.

Marsh mentioned the sequence shall be a high-scoring one towards India.

“I imagine it’ll be a excessive scoring affair, however getting via the primary 10 overs for each groups shall be a problem and perhaps the place the sport’s gained and misplaced,” he mentioned.

Marsh mentioned Matthew Short is ready to bat at No 3 for Australia within the opening fixture.

“We know he opens for Victoria and Strikers and in T20 cricket all over the world. But we see no distinction opening the batting and No 3. We’re snug with him batting there,” he mentioned.

Australia shall be depleted for the opening recreation of the three-match ODI because the likes of Josh Inglis, Alex Carey and Cameron Green not out there. Marsh mentioned Green’s harm is “very minor” and his aspect is being cautious with it.

“He’s okay, it’s on the very, very minor end. It’s a cautious take on it but he’s all good,” Marsh mentioned.

Australia are more likely to hand debut to Mitchell Owen whereas Matt Renshaw can be set for a debut within the ODI format.

“Across the board in our white-ball groups over the past 12 month, we have seen numerous guys get alternatives, so it all the time brings pleasure to these guys. We simply need to be actually clear on their position and they’re going to get pleasure from enjoying cricket for Australia,” he mentioned.

The 33-year-old Marsh, nevertheless, downplayed his probabilities for choice in Australia’s squad for the Ashes.

“I’ve obtained tickets to day one and two. Haven’t requested the spouse but, in order that’s about as a lot thought as I’ve given it,” he quipped.