Puducherry: India A will face Australia A in the third and final unofficial One-Day International (ODI) on Sunday, October 11, 2026, with Ruturaj Gaikwad’s team aiming to end the series on a winning note after losing the first two matches. Cricket fans in India can follow the match through the available live-streaming service and online score updates.

The match is scheduled to begin at 9 am IST at the Cricket Association Puducherry Siechem Ground in Puducherry. Australia A have already secured the three-match series with victories in the opening two games, leaving India A with the task of avoiding a clean sweep.

The final encounter will also provide an opportunity for players to improve their performances and make an impression ahead of future international assignments.

India A vs Australia A 3rd ODI: Live streaming details

Cricket fans looking to follow the third unofficial ODI can refer to the following match details.

  • Match: India A vs Australia A, third unofficial ODI
  • Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
  • Time: 9 am IST
  • Venue: Cricket Association Puducherry Siechem Ground, Puducherry
  • Live streaming in India: JioHotstar website and app
  • Live score: Online cricket scorecards and ball-by-ball commentary

A live television broadcast has not been consistently confirmed across available listings. Viewers should check the latest official platform schedule before expecting coverage on a television channel.

Fans can also follow the match through the Cricbuzz live scorecard for scores, wickets and ball-by-ball updates.

Australia A take an unassailable 2-0 lead

Australia A have dominated the series so far, winning the first unofficial ODI by 125 runs before securing a 69-run victory in the second match.

In the opening game on October 6, Australia A scored 274 runs before bowling India A out for 149. Nathan McSweeney’s century and Will Sutherland’s contribution helped the visitors establish a competitive total, while Mahli Beardman led the bowling effort with four wickets.

India A struggled to build partnerships during the chase, with Rajat Patidar’s half-century unable to prevent a heavy defeat.

The second ODI on October 9 followed a similar pattern. Australia A posted 275 runs, with Sam Konstas and Josh Philippe making important contributions. India A were subsequently dismissed for 206, despite Patidar scoring another half-century.

Spencer Johnson was among Australia’s key performers with the ball, taking three wickets as the visitors wrapped up the series with one match remaining.

Ruturaj Gaikwad’s side seeks a batting revival

India A’s batting performance will be a major focus in the final match. The team has struggled to establish a solid foundation in both games, with early wickets placing pressure on the middle order.

Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devdutt Padikkal and Sai Sudharsan are among the batters expected to contribute. The side will need a more consistent effort from the top order to challenge Australia’s bowling attack.

Patidar has been one of India’s more reliable performers, scoring half-centuries in both matches. However, India A will require contributions from several players rather than depending on individual efforts to recover from difficult situations.

The final ODI gives the team an opportunity to improve its approach against Australia’s disciplined bowling and finish the series with a victory.

Australia A aim to complete a clean sweep

Australia A will enter the final game with confidence after delivering two strong all-round performances. Their batters have produced competitive totals, while the bowlers have repeatedly taken wickets at crucial stages.

With the series already decided, the visitors could also use the match to assess players and combinations. Another victory would complete a 3-0 series sweep and underline their consistency throughout the contest.

For India A, the priority will be to show greater discipline with the bat and make better use of the opportunities created by the bowlers.

The third unofficial ODI is therefore an opportunity for the hosts to respond after two defeats and gain momentum for their upcoming assignments.