India reached 97-1 in the 10th over against hosts Australia when rain fell in Canberra in the first T20 of the series.

The stage is set for an electrifying clash as India take on Australia in the first T20I of the five-match series at the Manuka Oval, Canberra, on Wednesday. The match begins at 1:45 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 1:15 PM IST.

The former pacer Ian Bishop admitted Pratika Rawal's injury is a setback but urged India to focus on replacements.

Australia won the toss and opted to bowl first against India in the opening T20I at Manuka Oval, Canberra. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav said he wanted to bat first as the wicket may slow down later.

India's new generation of T20 stars, including Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma, face a significant challenge against Australia in a five-match series

India batsman Shreyas Iyer is in stable condition and recovering well from spleen injury, Twenty20 captain Suryakumar Yadav says. Iyer suffered a lacerated spleen on Saturday during India’s victory over Australia in their third one-day international (ODI) when he fell awkwardly while making a catch.