India's predicted starting XI for ODI series against Australia

7) Ravindra Jadeja

As mentioned earlier, Hardik Pandya would be playing as a proper batsman in the ODI XI and hence India would have to play Jadeja as their fifth bowler as well as their no.7. A lot of expectations would lie on his shoulders as he would have to contribute with the ball as well as the bat. Jadeja will have to be at his best his time around.

He has been a consistent performer for India and his three-dimensional skills is what gives him an edge. One must not forget his exceptional fielding skills and his ability to change the course of the innings. Ravindra Jadeja has a batting average of 31 in ODI cricket at a strike rate of 85. He has a bowling average of 36 at an economy rate of 4.9.

The southpaw provides the much-needed balance and stability to this Indian side. His bowling in the middle overs as well as his ability to provide those crucial runs with the bat makes him one of the players to watch out for in the upcoming ODI series between India and Australia.