Australia elects to field as England bats in first ODI at Perth

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Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Australia elects to field as England bats in first ODI at Perth
Summary

Australia has won the toss and elected to field against England in the first ODI at Optus Stadium, Perth. The match is part of a three-game series, with this opening match starting at 3:30 AM. England aims to improve following a disappointing performance in a recent tri-series in Pakistan. The series will continue in Adelaide and Hobart in the coming days, both with early morning UK start times.

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  • •Match taking place at Optus Stadium, Perth
  • •Australia elected to field after winning the toss
  • •England looking to bounce back from a tri-series loss
  • •Next matches scheduled in Adelaide and Hobart
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What they're saying
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England have again opted in favour of Liam Dawson, leaving Adil Rashid out for the first ODI against Australia

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Latest score from Optus Stadium as England face Australia in the first of three one-day internationals.

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