The first One Day International (ODI) between Bangladesh and Australia is scheduled for June 9, 2026, at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Mirpur. Australia, the reigning ODI champions, will be looking to bounce back after a 2-1 series defeat to Pakistan. Stand-in captain Josh Inglis, who won the toss, has opted to bowl first. Regular captain Mitchell Marsh is sidelined due to an ankle injury, while opener Travis Head has been rested. The Australian squad sees the inclusion of pacer Xavier Bartlett and debutant Liam Scott. Bangladesh will be led by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, with Saif Hassan and Tanzid Hasan opening the batting. The match will not be broadcast live on TV in India but will be available for streaming on the FanCode app and website. Fans can expect an exciting series as Australia seeks to maintain its historical dominance over Bangladesh in ODI cricket, having won 20 of their previous 22 encounters.