AUS vs ENG Match Preview-1st ODI, Australia tour of England 2024

The AUS vs ENG ODI series is all set to entertain cricket fans from both nations. The T20I series witnessed a thrilling battle with both sides winning one game each. Since the final game was washed out due to rain, the series ended in a 1-1 tie.

Now, both sides are set to lock horns in 5 ODI games. The opening clash takes place in Nottingham on Thursday, September 18. Below we glance at the complete preview for the match.

AUS vs ENG 1st ODI Date and Venue

The Australia vs England 1st ODI takes place on Thursday, September 19. The venue of the match is Trent Bridge Stadium in Nottingham. The match begins at 5 PM IST.

AUS vs ENG Match Preview-1st ODI, Australia tour of England 2024

Australia

Mitchell Marsh is the skipper of Australia in the ODI series. Below is the complete squad for the side.

AUS Squad: Mitchell Marsh (Captain), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Matthew Short, Steven Smith, Cameron Green, Aaron Hardie, Glenn Maxwell, Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa.

England

Harry Brook is the captain of England in the series. Below is their complete squad.

ENG Squad: Harry Brook (Captain), Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Philip Salt, Jamie Smith, Jordan Cox, Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Reece Topley, John Turner, Olly Stone.

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AUS vs ENG Key Battles

Liam Livingstone vs Mitchell Starc

Liam Livingstone has a stunning form in the series. Mitchell Starc will look to dominate him with his pace attack.

Travis Head vs Jofra Archer

Travis Head is a dangerous opener for Australia and would look to provide a stunning start to the side. Jofra Archer will look to dismiss him as soon as possible.

Glenn Maxwell vs Reece Topley

Glenn Maxwell is the powerful middle-order batter for Aussies and Reece Topley will look to halt him if he goes big.

AUS vs ENG Key Players

AUS: Travis Head, Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Adam Zampa are key members of the side.

ENG: Liam Livingstone, Harry Brook, Phil Salt, Jofra Archer, and Adil Rashid are crucial members of the team.

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Weather And Pitch Report

The AUS vs ENG 1st ODI takes place on Thursday in Nottingham. There is only a 15% chance of rain in the city on that day. Hence, the match won't be affected by rain.

Conclusion

The Australia vs England T20I series ended in a tie but the ODI series will draw a winner as it comprises five games. The team that wins the first encounter will definitely get a head start in the series.