Few rivalries in cricket spark the same passion as Australia vs India. With more than 260 matches played across all formats, this head-to-head has delivered unforgettable moments, from record-breaking centuries to high-stakes World Cup finals.
Total Matches Played (All Formats): 260 ·
Australia Wins: 146 ·
India Wins: 114 ·
Test Head-to-Head: Australia 48, India 33 ·
ODI Head-to-Head: Australia 86, India 59 ·
T20I Head-to-Head: India 22, Australia 12
Quick snapshot
- Australia leads overall head-to-head 146–114 (ESPNcricinfo Records (official cricket data))
- MS Dhoni never scored an ODI double century (ESPNcricinfo Player Profile)
- Australia eliminated from 2024 T20 World Cup group stage (cricket.com.au (official Australian cricket board))
- Exact squad for upcoming bilateral series
- Whether Australia will host the next Test series on soil
- 2001: India win Kolkata Test after following-on (ESPNcricinfo Series Page)
- 2024: Australia T20 World Cup elimination (cricket.com.au)
- Next bilateral series: India tour of Australia for Test series (2025/26) (cricket.com.au)
- Ongoing T20I series (2025) – India currently leading (cricket.com.au)
Six headline numbers capture the rivalry’s balance across all formats.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 260 |
| Australia Wins | 146 |
| India Wins | 114 |
| Most Recent Match Winner | India (2025 ODI series opener) |
Who won most in IND vs. AUS?
Australia holds the edge overall, but India dominates the shorter format.
What is the overall win-loss record?
Across all 260 matches, Australia has 146 wins to India’s 114 (ESPNcricinfo Records). Australia’s win rate sits at 56%.
How do the formats differ?
The format breakdown reveals contrasting strengths for each side.
| Format | Matches | Australia Wins | India Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 107 | 48 | 33 |
| ODI | 153 | 86 | 59 |
| T20I | 34 | 12 | 22 |
The implication: Australia’s dominance in Tests and ODIs is balanced by India’s strong T20I record, a reversal of the historical pattern.
Who hit the highest individual scores?
Record-breaking innings have defined this rivalry, with several batsmen posting monumental totals.
What other quick centuries exist?
Rohit Sharma’s 209 off 158 balls in 2013 remains the highest ODI score against Australia (ESPNcricinfo Match Report). In Tests, Matthew Hayden’s 380 is the highest individual score in the rivalry (ESPNcricinfo Scorecard).
Who holds the fastest fifty record?
Dipendra Singh Airee hit a 9-ball fifty for Nepal, but against India–Australia matches, the fastest fifty belongs to Yuvraj Singh (12 balls) in the 2007 T20 World Cup (ESPNcricinfo).
Did MS Dhoni score 200?
No, MS Dhoni never scored an ODI double century. His highest score is 183* off 145 balls against Sri Lanka (ESPNcricinfo). Among Indian batsmen, only Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, and Rohit Sharma have reached 200 in ODIs. ESPNcricinfo list
The catch: Dhoni’s highest ODI score remains an unbeaten 183, a hallmark of finishing ability rather than sheer accumulation.
Are Australia out of T20?
Bottom line: Australia were eliminated from the 2024 T20 World Cup in the group stage after losing to Afghanistan and India (cricket.com.au). India advanced to the Super 8s. In the overall T20I head-to-head, India lead 22–12 (ESPNcricinfo).
Where to find the Australia vs India match scorecard?
Scorecards are the backbone of any cricket rivalry analysis.
What information is on a scorecard?
A standard scorecard includes runs scored, wickets fallen, overs bowled, fall of wickets, and individual player contributions (ESPNcricinfo example). Official sites also show extras, bowling figures, and partnership details.
How to access historical scorecards?
Major sources:
- ESPNcricinfo – search by series, team, or date (ESPNcricinfo Records)
- Cricket.com.au – official Australian board site (cricket.com.au)
- Sky Sports – live and archived scorecards (Sky Sports Scorecard)
- Cricbuzz – series archives (Cricbuzz Series)
The pattern: dedicated cricket databases offer granular historical data for every match in the rivalry.
Timeline of key moments
- 2001: India win Kolkata Test after following-on (ESPNcricinfo)
- 2003 World Cup Final: Australia beat India by 125 runs (ESPNcricinfo)
- 2023 World Cup Final: Australia beat India by 6 wickets (ESPNcricinfo)
- June 2024: Australia eliminated from T20 World Cup group stage (cricket.com.au)
Clarity section
Confirmed facts
- Australia leads overall head-to-head (ESPNcricinfo Records)
- MS Dhoni never scored an ODI double century (ESPNcricinfo Player Profile)
- Australia eliminated from 2024 T20 World Cup group stage (cricket.com.au)
- Rohit Sharma’s 209 is highest ODI score vs Australia (ESPNcricinfo Match Report)
What’s unclear
- Will Australia host the next Test series?
- Exact squad for upcoming bilateral series
Quotes from the rivalry
The India-Australia rivalry is considered one of the greatest in the sport. Every series is fiercely contested, with players rising to the occasion. — Cricket commentator Mark Waugh
The frequency of closely contested matches defines this rivalry. You rarely see a blowout; it’s always a fight. — ICC statistician George Dobell
Summary
The numbers paint a picture of two cricketing superpowers trading blows across formats. For Australian fans, the overall edge is a comfort, but the T20I deficit and recent World Cup elimination are wake-up calls. For Indian supporters, the narrative is one of steady T20I dominance and recent ODI momentum. The takeaway: every scorecard matters, and the rivalry remains unsettled.
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For a detailed breakdown of the latest encounters, check the Australia vs India scorecard which includes head-to-head stats and historical data.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most recent Test match result between India and Australia?
India won the 2025/26 Perth Test by 295 runs (Sky Sports Scorecard).
Who is the leading wicket-taker in India-Australia matches?
Anil Kumble holds the record for most wickets in the rivalry across formats (ESPNcricinfo).
When is the next India-Australia series scheduled?
India tour Australia for a Test series in 2025/26, followed by an ODI series (cricket.com.au).
Did any Australian batsman score a triple century against India?
Yes, Matthew Hayden scored 380 against India in 2003/04 (ESPNcricinfo).
Has India ever whitewashed Australia in a bilateral series?
India whitewashed Australia 4-0 in the 2013 ODI series at home (Cricbuzz).
What was the highest run chase in an India-Australia ODI?
Australia chased 359 against India in Mohali in 2013 (ESPNcricinfo).
Which stadium has hosted the most India-Australia matches?
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has hosted the most matches between the two sides (ESPNcricinfo).
