Adam Zampa has come in as replacement for Nathan Lyon. (Source: Reuters) Adam Zampa has come in as replacement for Nathan Lyon. (Source: Reuters) Australia have made two changes to their playing XI for the series-deciding match against India on Friday, with Adam Zampa and Billy Stanlake coming into the side. Stanlake replaces paceman Jason Behrendorff, who has been ruled out with back soreness, while spinner Nathan Lyon has been dropped to make way for Zampa. Kane Richardson has been called into the squad as cover and will thereafter be available for Saturday night’s Big Bash League contest between Melbourne Stars and Melbourne Renegades. Behrendorff, who has a history of back problems, has not yet been released back to the Perth Scorchers. Lyon’s axing from the side comes just two matches after he’d replaced Zampa in the side for the series opener in Sydney. The pair are vying for the frontline spinner’s role at this year’s World Cup and despite going wicketless in the two games, Lyon had earned praise from skipper Aaron Finch. “I think he’s been really impressive,” Finch said Thursday afternoon, before the off-spinner’s axing was announced. “Obviously not getting a wicket, he’d have liked a bit more return for that. When he keeps bowling that well, he will get rewarded eventually.” Behrendorff, despite harbouring ambitions of playing Test cricket, has eased back to top-level cricket via the limited-overs formats after another crippling back injury. “It’s something we spoke about at length at the end of last season in particular, because I’ve had recurrent (injuries), the same ones over the last couple of years,” Behrendorff said in November. “It’s a decision we didn’t make lightly but something we thought, for the longevity of my career, to give me a bit more time now (to recover) has been really good.” Having re-jigged their batting line-up in the series with recalls for Usman Khawaja and Peter Handscomb, Finch said the improvement in the batting has been the major positive of the series so far. But the skipper added securing the trophy on Friday after losing against England (twice), India, South Africa, New Zealand and at the Champions Trophy, was his side’s major focus. “It’s been a while since we’ve won a series,” Finch said. “There’s been a lot of improvement and a lot to be proud of so far. But winning the series is the focus.” India had levelled the series on Tuesday with a last over finish to win by six wickets. In the first ODI, Australia had taken the series lead to win by 34 runs. A victory for Australia at the MCG on Friday would hand them their first series win in almost two years having won just four of their past 23 one-day internationals. Australia XI: Aaron Finch, Alex Carey, Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Jhye Richardson, Peter Siddle, Adam Zampa, Billy Stanlake India ODI squad vs Australia: Virat Kohli (c), Rohit Sharma (vc), Shikhar Dhawan, Ambati Rayudu, Dinesh Karthik, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni (wk), Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Vijay Shankar, Shubman Gill<doc-sep>(AFP Photo) Key Highlights The three-match series is level at 1-1 India have never won a bilateral ODI contest on Australian soil, and their only two series' wins in this format have come in 1985 and 2008 India defeated Australia 2-1 to win their maiden Test series Down Under MELBOURNE: Buoyant and self-assured in equal measure, India would be eyeing a maiden bilateral ODI series triumph on Australian soil after the path-breaking Test conquest when they take on the home team in the tour finale on Friday. The three-match series is level at 1-1 after Australia won the first ODI in Sydney by 34 runs and India won the second in Adelaide by six wickets. The Men in Blue have never won a bilateral ODI contest on Australian soil, and their only two series' wins in this format have come in 1985 (World Championship of Cricket) and 2008 (CB Series). In fact, this is only the second bilateral ODI series India have played in Australia, losing 4-1 in 2016 when they toured here last. Also, by winning this third ODI in Melbourne, India will finish the current 2018-19 tour without having lost a series here. They have previously drawn the T20I series 1-1, and then went on to record a historic first-ever Test series win here by a 2-1 margin. While India will take winning momentum into this third ODI, their only worry at the moment is the fifth bowling option. So far in the series, senior pacers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami have been impressive, while the two left-arm spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja have provided control and breakthroughs in the middle overs. In the absence of Hardik Pandya, India have used a full-time seamer as their fifth bowling option both at the Sydney Cricket Ground and the Adelaide Oval. Khaleel Ahmed (0-55) and Mohammed Siraj (0-76) though failed to impress in their singular outings. It becomes a particularly crucial aspect considering that India will go in with the same batting line-up as in the first two matches. With Virat Kohli not keen on bowling Ambati Rayudu again in the series, they need to get their five-bowler attack right on the money. Seam bowling all-rounder Vijay Shankar and leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal are in contention and both had a rigorous workout during the optional training session on Thursday at the MCG. Shankar provides the third seam bowling option, and as an extra batsman, elongates the batting line-up. However, the argument against Shankar is whether the Indian team management can trust him enough to deliver 10 overs on ODI debut. Siraj struggled to do so and Kohli was left wondering how he would bowl him for a last three-over spell. This is where Chahal might prove to be a more reliable option, even if India have to play two pacers and three spinners. The bigger boundaries at the MCG, and Chahal's ability to bowl economical and attacking spells as well as use of new ball within the first 10 overs, might be a factor in his favour. If Kohli does pick Shankar for his ODI debut, it would disturb the set batting line-up and make space for Kedar Jadhav. The fifth bowler's 10 overs can then be divided between Jadhav and Shankar. This move would mean one of Ambati Rayudu or Dinesh Karthik will be left out. Karthik was handy in finishing the second ODI, while Rayudu has been rusty but seen as India's favoured number four option, making this a tough decision for the Indian captain. Rayudu was part of the small group that took part in optional training on Thursday, along with Shankar, Chahal, Jadhav, Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Shikhar Dhawan. Dhoni's form, which has been a constant concern for a while now, has been decent so far and he has two consecutive half centuries to draw confidence from. Australia, on the other hand, have one selection worry due to pacer Jason Behrendorff's sore back. Billy Stanlake is expected to come into the playing eleven for a straight swap, as spelled out by skipper Aaron Finch . The hosts will be worried about lack of runs from their opening duo, Finch and Alex Carey, with their middle-order having to do the bull work in the last two matches. Australia have won nine out of the 14 ODIs played against India at the MCG, and it should inspire them on Friday as they are still on the cusp of winning their first ODI series since January 2017. Teams: India: Virat Kohli (c), Rohit Sharma , Shikhar Dhawan, Ambati Rayudu, Dinesh Karthik, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni (wk), Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Vijay Shankar. Australia (Final XI): Aaron Finch (c), Alex Carey (wk), Peter Handscomb, Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Jhye Richardson, Peter Siddle, Billy Stanlake, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa. Match starts at: 7.50am<doc-sep>India would be eyeing a maiden bilateral ODI series triumph on Australian soil after the path-breaking Test conquest when they take on the home team in the tour finale in Melbourne on Friday. The three-match series is level at 1-1 after Australia won the first ODI in Sydney by 34 runs and India won the second in Adelaide by six wickets. The Men in Blue have never won a bilateral ODI contest on Australian soil, and their only two series’ wins in this format have come in 1985 (World Championship of Cricket) and 2008 (CB Series). In fact, this is only the second bilateral ODI series India have played in Australia, losing 4-1 in 2016 when they toured here last. Here’s a look at when and where to watch the third ODI between India and Australia - When is the third ODI between India and Australia? The third ODI between India and Australia will be played on January 18, 2019. Where is the third ODI between India and Australia being played? The third ODI between India and Australia match will be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. What time does the third ODI between India and Australia begin? The third ODI between India and Australia will begin at 7:50 am IST. Which TV channels will broadcast the ODI series? The India-Australia Test series will be shown on the Sony Pictures Network. How do I watch online live streaming of the India-Australia series? The India-Australia Test series live streaming will be available on Sonyliv. You can also catch the live updates on https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports-news/ (With agency inputs)<doc-sep>
Ind vs Aus 3rd ODI Live Cricket Streaming: Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni played a crucial role in India’s six-wicket win over Australia at the Adelaide Oval. (AP/File Photo) Ind vs Aus 3rd ODI Live Cricket Streaming: Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni played a crucial role in India’s six-wicket win over Australia at the Adelaide Oval. (AP/File Photo) Ind vs Aus 3rd ODI Streaming Online: As India get ready to take on Australia in the final ODI on Friday, the Men in Blue would hope to end the over a month long tour in style. After securing a maiden Test series victory on Australian soil, Virat Kohli-led Indian unit would also aim to clinch their first bilateral ODI series. After going down in the first match by 34 runs, MS Dhoni and the Kohli made sure that India were back in the hunt. The duo played a crucial role in India’s six-wicket win at the Adelaide Oval. Australia, meanwhile, are chasing their first series win almost two years. If India manages to win the series, the Men In Blue will finish the current season without having lost a series in Australia. India after leveling the three-match T20I series 1-1, went on to register a historic 2-1 Test triumph over the hosts. When is India vs Australia 3rd ODI? The 3rd ODI between India and Australia will take place on Friday, January 18, 2019. Where is India vs Australia 3rd ODI? The 3rd ODI between India and Australia will be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne. What time does India vs Australia 3rd ODI begin? India vs Australia 3rd ODI will begin at 7:50 AM IST. The toss will take place at 7:20 AM IST. Which TV channels will broadcast India vs Australia 3rd ODI? India vs Australia 3rd ODI will broadcast on Sony Six, SONY SIX HD, Sony Ten 3 and SONY TEN 3 HD in Hindi. How do I watch online live streaming of India vs Australia 3rd ODI? India vs Australia 3rd ODI live streaming will be available on Sony Six. You can catch live scores, live updates and live commentary on IndianExpress.com. Squads: India: Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Ambati Rayudu, Virat Kohli(c), MS Dhoni(w), Dinesh Karthik, Kedar Jadhav, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Vijay Shankar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, K Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Siraj, Yuzvendra Chahal Australia: Alex Carey(w), Aaron Finch(c), Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Marsh, Jhye Richardson, Billy Stanlake, Nathan Lyon, Peter Siddle, Adam Zampa, Jason Behrendorff