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| Australian batsman Smith raises bat after scoring century against India : @Getty images |
Perth: Australia beat India by 5 wickets in first one day here after chasing a huge total of 309 runs, thanks to Smith and Bailey as both of them scored 149 and 112 runs respectively.
India won the toss and decided to bat first, Indian opener Sharma scored 171 not out in 163 balls by hitting 7 sixes and 13 fours , whereas Kohli scored 91 runs.
Australian start was poor as they lost two wickets on 21 runs, thanks to Smith and Bailey's huge partnership of 242 runs which paved way of victory for hosts.
Highlights
Toss: India, who choose to bat
Series : Australia led the 5 match series by 1-0
Player of the match : Smith (Australia)