Perth was hit by rain, leading to a significant reduction in the first ODI between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium on October 19, 2025. The match was initially reduced to 49 overs per side but further rain delays led to a final decision to shorten the game to 35 overs per side.

The weather forecast had predicted rain, with a 70% chance of precipitation in the morning. As the day progressed, the likelihood of rain remained high, leading to multiple interruptions. According to the Bureau of Meteorology, Perth experienced light rain with a 35% chance of precipitation and a temperature of 17°C.

Australia won the toss and elected to field first, a decision potentially influenced by the overcast conditions. The Australian bowlers exploited the conditions, taking early wickets and leaving India struggling. India's top order collapsed, with Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill falling cheaply. At the time of the third rain interruption, India were 46/4 in 14.2 overs.

The revised match conditions stipulated that each bowler could bowl a maximum of seven overs. Australia will chase a revised score, determined by the DLS method.

This ODI marks the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to the ODI format after a seven-month absence, with both having last played in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. It also marks Shubman Gill's debut as India's ODI captain. For Australia, Matthew Renshaw and Mitchell Owen made their ODI debuts, while Nitish Kumar Reddy received his first ODI cap for India.

The India vs Australia series is seen as the beginning of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Despite the disruptions, fans remained eager for the game to continue. During the rain delays, Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma were seen in the dressing room, sharing a light moment.

The interruptions may influence the match outcome, with the team that adapts best to the conditions likely to have an advantage.