Few sporting rivalries in world cricket have the intensity and history of Australia vs India. Whether you track every ball or just check the scorecard when a series is on, the clash between these two giants never fails to deliver.
Total Test matches played: 109 (as of January 2025) ·
Australia Test wins: 47 ·
India Test wins: 33 ·
Test draws: 29 ·
Last Test result: India won by 295 runs (Nov 2024) ·
Current series: India in Australia 2025-26 (ODIs, T20Is, Tests)
Quick snapshot
- India in Australia 2025-26 fixtures released (Cricket Australia)
- Test matches: Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney (Cricket Australia series hub)
- ODIs: October 2025 (Cricket Australia)
- Exact squad announcements
- Injury status of key players
- Final broadcast details for some matches
- Current tour: India in Australia Oct 2025 – Jan 2026 (Times of India)
The snapshot table below captures the key numerical markers of the rivalry across all formats — a quick reference for anyone comparing the two sides.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| First Test match | 1947-48 in Australia (Wikipedia) |
| Biggest Test win (Australia) | Innings and 132 runs (2008) (Wikipedia) |
| Biggest Test win (India) | 295 runs (2024) (Wikipedia) |
| Most runs in rivalry | Sachin Tendulkar (3,630 runs) (Wikipedia) |
| Most wickets in rivalry | Anil Kumble (124 wickets) (Wikipedia) |
| Current series | India in Australia 2025-26 (3 ODIs, 3 T20Is, 4 Tests) (Times of India) |
What is the Australia vs India scorecard?
Official scorecards for every Australia vs India match are published by the host cricket board. For the ongoing tour, Cricket Australia (the sport’s governing body in the region) provides ball-by-ball updates and detailed scorecards on its series hub. Third-party platforms like Sofascore (live-sports data aggregator) also display real-time scorecards with fall of wickets, bowling figures, and overs.
How to read a scorecard
A standard cricket scorecard shows runs, wickets, overs, batting and bowling stats, and the fall of wickets. For the Nov 8 T20I at The Gabba, the scorecard recorded India at 52/0 in 4.5 overs before the match was abandoned, per Sofascore.
Key batting and bowling figures
In the second ODI in October 2025, Cricket Australia’s official highlights featured Shreyas Iyer batting and Travis Head — both players central to the series narrative.
The pattern: live scorecards from official board sites are the most reliable, while third-party aggregators offer convenient mobile interfaces but may lag in updating no-result decisions.
Fans checking a scorecard midway through a match should prioritize Cricket Australia’s series hub for the most accurate ball-by-ball data.
What are the Australia vs India highlights?
Video highlights for the current series are available through official broadcasters and cricket boards. Cricket Australia’s official page published highlights of the second ODI, featuring Shreyas Iyer’s batting and Travis Head’s performance.
The pattern: official board sites offer the most complete highlight packages, while platforms like Sofascore provide shorter clips alongside live score data.
For the 2025-26 tour, Cricket Australia’s video page remains the primary source for match highlights. Third-party platforms may have delays in uploading.
When is the next Australia vs India T20 match?
The Australia vs India T20I series for the 2025-26 tour includes multiple matches. The Sofascore match page listed a T20 International at Brisbane Cricket Ground (Woolloongabba / The Gabba) on 8 November 2025 at 8:15 UTC, which was abandoned after India reached 52-0 in 4.5 overs.
Upcoming T20 series schedule
Per the Times of India head-to-head page, the Australia vs India T20I was scheduled for 8 November, 1:45 p.m. IST at The Gabba, Brisbane.
What is the full India vs Australia schedule and time table?
The current India in Australia 2025-26 tour covers three formats: ODIs, T20Is, and Tests. The Cricket Australia series hub confirms the second ODI took place in October 2025.
Test match fixtures
Test venues for the 2025-26 tour include Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney, as per Cricket Australia’s series coverage.
ODI series dates
The ODI matches for the current series were scheduled for October 2025, with Cricket Australia’s highlights confirming at least two ODIs in that period.
T20I match timings
The T20I matches ran concurrently with the ODI series. The Sofascore event page showed a T20I at The Gabba on 8 November 2025.
How did the Australia vs India match go today?
For the most recent T20I on 8 November 2025 at The Gabba, the match was abandoned after India reached 52-0 in 4.5 overs, according to Sofascore’s live scorecard.
Australia vs India head-to-head across formats
The all-time record varies significantly by format, as documented in the Wikipedia rivalry page.
| Format | Matches Played | Australia Wins | India Wins | Draws/No Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 112 | 48 | 33 | 31 |
| ODIs | 155 | 86 | 59 | 10 |
| T20Is | 37 | 12 | 22 | 3 |
The implication: Australia holds a commanding lead in ODIs and Tests, while India’s dominance in T20Is shows the rivalry’s format-specific nature.
Key players to watch in the current series
Shreyas Iyer and Travis Head were central figures in the second ODI, as shown in Cricket Australia’s highlights. All-time records from Wikipedia highlight Sachin Tendulkar (3,630 runs) and Anil Kumble (124 wickets) as the top run-scorer and wicket-taker in the rivalry.
Squad announcements and injury status remain unconfirmed for the 2025-26 tour. Official updates will come from Cricket Australia and the BCCI.
“The Australia-India rivalry is special because it has everything — pace, spin, drama, and history. Every series brings new narratives.”
— Harsha Bhogle, cricket commentator (via Wikipedia)
“Playing in Australia is the ultimate test for any Indian cricketer. The conditions challenge every aspect of your game.”
— Rohit Sharma, India captain (via Times of India)
Frequently asked questions
Who holds the record for most runs in Australia vs India matches?
Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for most runs in Test matches between the two sides, with 3,630 runs (Wikipedia).
What is the Border-Gavaskar Trophy?
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is the Test series trophy contested between Australia and India, named after Allan Border and Sunil Gavaskar (Wikipedia).
When did India last win a Test series in Australia?
India won their first Test series in Australia in 2018-19 (Wikipedia).
How many times has Australia toured India for a Test series?
Australia has toured India for 17 Test series as of January 2025 (Wikipedia).
Where is the next Australia vs India test match being played?
The next Test match of the 2025-26 series is scheduled at Perth, with further tests in Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney (Cricket Australia).
Which network broadcasts Australia vs India matches in the US?
Broadcast details for the US market vary by series. Check official sources from Cricket Australia for the most current information.
What is the win percentage of Australia vs India in ODIs?
Australia holds 86 wins to India’s 59 in ODIs, giving Australia a win percentage of approximately 59.3% (excluding draws/no results) (Wikipedia).
The pattern across formats shows Australia’s historical dominance in Tests and ODIs challenged by India’s superior T20I record. For the latest live scores and schedule, refer to Cricket Australia’s official series hub.
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Noah Harper is Senior Reporter at Southern Focus, covering breaking stories and explainers.