Predicting Australia's playing XI for the 2nd ODI vs India

Australia's seven-wicket victory in Perth gave them a 1-0 lead in the ODI series against India. Before skipper Mitchell Marsh carried on his incredible run of form to see the hosts home, the seasoned team of Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood led the way with creative new-ball bowling.

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Nevertheless, they have made a few roster adjustments in front of Thursday's (October 23) second ODI in Adelaide. After missing the first game, their left-arm pacer Ben Dwarshuis has been ruled out of the rest of the series. He is hoping to return for the T20I series against India, which begins on October 29, despite suffering a calf injury during the match against New Zealand.

It is anticipated that several familiar faces may return to Australia. Both Alex Carey, who missed the opening ODI because of Sheffield Shield obligations, and Marnus Labuschagne, who had an incredible start to the domestic season, are available. Josh Inglis' calf issue will also keep him out of the second ODI. Josh Philippe showed promise with gloves and the bat in the rain-affected series opener, but Alex Carey might replace him in the starting lineup.

Adelaide is expected to see rain on Tuesday and Wednesday. Batting conditions could get challenging as a result. The second ODI on Thursday is expected to be overcast, which could force the team winning the toss to bowl first.

Despite a fantastic performance in the rain-shortened match in Perth, Australia has also dropped Matthew Kuhnemann from the ODI team. The left-arm spinner made a comeback with figures of 2/26 in four overs, but Adam Zampa will now play in the ODI series instead. The leg-spinner is back for the final two ODIs after missing the first game of the series to give birth to his child.

Australia likely playing XI for 2nd ODI: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey (wk), Matthew Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa.

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