Known for his accuracy, composure, and match-awareness, Axar Patel has quietly become one of India’s most valuable all-rounders in limited-overs cricket. Against Australia — one of the strongest batting lineups in world cricket — Axar has delivered key spells and important lower-order runs when India needed them most.
Here’s a detailed look at Axar Patel’s ODI performance vs Australia — both batting and bowling — from 2015 to 2025.
Axar Patel ODI Record vs Australia
| Matches | Innings (Bat) | Runs | Highest Score | Batting Avg | Strike Rate | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Avg | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 5 | 63 | 29* | 15.75 | 88.73 | 7 | 3/38 | 39.14 | 5.40 |
Summary:
Axar’s all-round value is clear — he bowls with discipline in the middle overs and contributes handy runs lower down the order. His record reflects consistency and control, especially in subcontinental and slow pitches.
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Batting Record vs Australia
| Date | Venue | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate | How Dismissed | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jan 2015 | Melbourne | 0 | 2 | 0.00 | lbw b Starc | India lost |
| 28 Sep 2017 | Bengaluru | 5 | 6 | 83.33 | c sub b Coulter-Nile | India lost |
| 19 Mar 2023 | Vizag | 29* | 29 | 100.00 | not out | India lost |
| 22 Mar 2023 | Chennai | 2 | 4 | 50.00 | run out | India won |
| 04 Mar 2025 | Dubai | 27 | 30 | 90.00 | b Ellis | India lost |
Batting Summary:
- Highest score: 29* (Vizag, 2023)
- Best strike rate: 100.00
- Innings not out: 1
- Average: 15.75
- Batting role: Lower middle-order (No. 5–8)
Insight:
Axar has rarely had long batting opportunities against Australia, but when given a chance, he’s shown composure — especially his unbeaten 29* in Vizag (2023), where he added crucial runs during a collapse.
Bowling Record vs Australia
| Date | Venue | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Best Figures | Economy | Strike Rate | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jan 2015 | Melbourne | 10 | 0 | 45 | 1 | 1/45 | 4.50 | 60.00 | 45.00 |
| 28 Sep 2017 | Bengaluru | 10 | 0 | 66 | 0 | – | 6.60 | – | – |
| 01 Oct 2017 | Nagpur | 10 | 0 | 38 | 3 | 3/38 | 3.80 | 20.00 | 12.66 |
| 19 Mar 2023 | Vizag | 3 | 0 | 25 | 0 | – | 8.33 | – | – |
| 22 Mar 2023 | Chennai | 8 | 0 | 57 | 2 | 2/57 | 7.12 | 24.00 | 28.50 |
| 04 Mar 2025 | Dubai | 8 | 0 | 43 | 1 | 1/43 | 5.37 | 48.00 | 43.00 |
Bowling Summary
- Total Overs: 49
- Wickets: 7
- Best Figures: 3/38 (Nagpur, 2017)
- Average: 39.14
- Economy: 5.40
- Strike Rate: 43.5
Wickets of Notable Batsmen:
- Shane Watson (2015)
- David Warner (2017)
- Marcus Stoinis, Sean Abbott (2023)
- Glenn Maxwell (2025)
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Insight:
Axar’s spell of 3/38 in Nagpur (2017) remains his standout ODI performance against Australia, where he dismissed Warner, Handscomb, and Head — breaking crucial partnerships. His ability to maintain a tight economy under pressure makes him one of India’s most effective spin options in the middle overs.
Axar Patel Year-Wise ODI Performance vs Australia
| Year | Matches | Runs | Wickets | Best Bowling | Economy | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1/45 | 4.50 | 45.00 |
| 2017 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3/38 | 4.97 | 37.25 |
| 2023 | 2 | 31 | 2 | 2/57 | 6.20 | 38.50 |
| 2025 | 1 | 27 | 1 | 1/43 | 5.59 | 43.00 |
Observation:
Axar’s control and wicket-taking ability have improved with experience. His 2023–2025 spells showed how he can contain even Australia’s aggressive middle order on slow or dry tracks.
Top Venues for Axar Patel vs Australia
| Venue | Matches | Wickets | Economy | Best Bowling | Runs Scored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagpur | 1 | 3 | 3.80 | 3/38 | – |
| Chennai | 1 | 2 | 7.12 | 2/57 | 2 |
| Dubai | 1 | 1 | 5.59 | 1/43 | 27 |
| Melbourne | 1 | 1 | 4.50 | 1/45 | 0 |
| Bengaluru | 1 | 0 | 6.60 | – | 5 |
Best Venue: Nagpur (2017) — economical and match-defining spell of 3/38.
All-Round Impact Summary
| Aspect | Performance |
|---|---|
| Batting Strike Rate | 88.73 |
| Bowling Economy | 5.40 |
| 3+ Wickets Hauls | 1 |
| Not-Out Innings | 1 |
| Fielding Contribution | Several key catches (noted vs Stoinis, Abbott) |
Expert View:
Axar Patel’s all-round ability offers India flexibility — he can fill Jadeja’s role when needed, providing stability at No. 7–8 and controlling the run flow with tight bowling spells. His ODI record against Australia highlights reliability and balance, even if not headline-grabbing.
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Expert Analysis
Facing an Australian side packed with powerful hitters, Axar Patel’s role has always been that of a game stabilizer rather than a strike bowler.
He bowls flat, fast, and accurately — traits that have often limited Australia’s middle-over scoring options. His batting, though underutilized, has proven useful in late partnerships.
Strengths:
- Accuracy and control under pressure
- Effective against both right-handers and left-handers
- Handy lower-order batting with the ability to rotate strike
Areas for Improvement:
- Needs to bowl more wicket-taking deliveries when conditions favor spin
- Should aim to convert 20s and 30s into impactful lower-order scores
Conclusion
From his debut in 2015 to his latest ODI in 2025, Axar Patel has scored 63 runs and taken 7 wickets in 7 ODIs against Australia, maintaining an economy under 5.5 and a strike rate near 90 with the bat.
Though not flashy, his steady contributions make him one of India’s most dependable all-rounders in pressure games.
As India’s ODI side transitions toward the 2027 World Cup, Axar’s mix of spin control and lower-order resilience will continue to play a vital role against elite teams like Australia.
