India, Oct. 6 -- India A and Australia A will renew their rivalry in the 50-over format after the hosts secured a 1-0 series win in the unofficial Tests. Ruturaj Gaikwad will lead the Indian side, while Nathan McSweeney takes charge of Australia A, with both teams looking to begin the three-match ODI series on a strong note. The contest also offers several players an opportunity to make a case for higher-level selection.

India A will be without Hardik Pandya, who was ruled out with a right shin/calf injury and replaced by Suryansh Shedge. Australia A have also made changes, with Aaron Hardie unavailable due to a knee issue and Jack Edwards receiving a senior-team call-up. The series will be particularly important for India's fringe pacer...