Perth, Oct. 19 -- Top-scorer against Australia since 2023, India batter KL Rahul continued his fine run against Kangaroos in the first ODI of the three-match series here on Sunday.

Rahul scored a crucial 38 in 31 balls, with two fours and two sixes, scoring at a strike rate of 122.58.

Since the start of 2023, KL has had a fine record against Australia in ODIs, scoring 495 runs in 10 matches and innings at an average of 82.50 and a strike rate of over 86, with five fifties and a best score of 97*.

He has a fine ODI record against Australia, scoring 771 runs in 18 innings at an average of 59.30, with seven fifties and a strike rate of 92.11. His best score against Australia is 97*.

Coming to the match, India was put to bowl first by Aus...