Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has enjoyed an eventful career against India, combining powerful middle-order batting with handy medium-pace bowling. From his maiden century at Sydney in 2016 to his explosive knocks in the 2023 bilateral series, Marsh has proved himself a match-changer for Australia.
Below is his complete record against India in ODIs from 2015 to 2025 — covering both bat and ball.
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Mitchell Marsh vs India – Overall Batting Record
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 114 | 571 | 57.10 | 106.52 | 1 | 3 | 102 * |
Total Runs: 571
Average: 57.10
Strike Rate: 106.52
Best Score: 102 * (Sydney 2016)
Mitchell Marsh Match-by-Match Batting Performance vs India
| Date | Venue | Bat Pos | Runs | Balls | S/R | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jan 2015 | Sydney | – | – | – | – | Did not bat |
| 12 Jan 2016 | Perth | 6 | 12 * | 13 | 92.31 | Not out |
| 17 Jan 2016 | Melbourne | 6 | 17 | 14 | 121.43 | Run out |
| 20 Jan 2016 | Canberra | 3 | 33 | 42 | 78.57 | c Kohli b Yadav |
| 23 Jan 2016 | Sydney | 6 | **102 *** | 84 | 121.43 | Not out |
| 17 Mar 2023 | Mumbai | 2 | 81 | 65 | 124.62 | c Siraj b Jadeja |
| 19 Mar 2023 | Vizag | 2 | **66 *** | 36 | 183.33 | Not out |
| 22 Mar 2023 | Chennai | 2 | 47 | 47 | 100.00 | b Pandya |
| 22 Sep 2023 | Mohali | 1 | 4 | 4 | 100.00 | c Gill b Shami |
| 27 Sep 2023 | Rajkot | 2 | 96 | 84 | 114.29 | c Prasidh b Kuldeep |
| 08 Oct 2023 | Chennai | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0.00 | c Kohli b Bumrah |
| 19 Nov 2023 | Ahmedabad | 3 | 15 | 15 | 100.00 | c Rahul b Bumrah |
| 19 Oct 2025 | Perth | 1 | 46* | 52 | 88.46 | Not out |
| 23 Oct 2025 | Adelaide | 1 | 11 | 24 | 45.83 | c †Rahul b Arshdeep Singh |
| 25 Oct 2025 | Sydney | 1 | 41 | 50 | 82.00 | b Axar Patel |
Batting Highlights
- Highest Score: 102 * (84 balls) vs India at Sydney in 2016.
- Strike Rate Over 100 in 8 of 11 innings — true power-hitter consistency.
- 2023 Form: 213 runs in three innings (vs India in India) – Avg 106.5.
- Best Series: 2023 India Tour – 81, 66*, 47 in three matches.
Performance Analysis
1. Early Years (2015–2016)
Marsh showed promise as a middle-order all-rounder with a match-winning century (102 *) in Sydney and a steady 33 at Canberra. His strike rate was over 100 across the series, showcasing his ability to accelerate in death overs.
2. Prime Form (2023 Series in India)
Elevated to the top order, Marsh was unstoppable. His 81 off 65 in Mumbai and 66 * off 36 in Vizag helped Australia dominate the series. He handled spin and pace brilliantly, scoring freely against Shami and Siraj.
3. Recent Matches (2023–2025)
Though his World Cup Final (15 off 15) was brief, Marsh remains one of Australia’s most destructive batters against India with a career strike rate of 115+.
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Statistical Summary – Batting vs India
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Runs | 571 |
| Average | 57.10 |
| Strike Rate | 106.52 |
| Highest Score | 102 * |
| Fifties | 3 |
| Centuries | 1 |
| Not Outs | 5 |
| Span | 2015 – 2025 |
Mitchell Marsh – Bowling Record vs India
| Date | Venue | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Best Figures | Economy | Strike Rate | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jan 2015 | Sydney | 3 | 21 | 1 | 1/21 | 7.00 | 18.0 | 21.00 |
| 12 Jan 2016 | Perth | 9 | 53 | 0 | – | 5.89 | – | – |
| 17 Jan 2016 | Melbourne | 2 | 12 | 0 | – | 6.00 | – | – |
| 20 Jan 2016 | Canberra | 9.2 | 55 | 2 | 2/55 | 5.88 | 28.0 | 27.50 |
| 23 Jan 2016 | Sydney | 9.4 | 77 | 1 | 1/77 | 7.96 | 58.0 | 77.00 |
| 19 Nov 2023 | Ahmedabad | 2 | 5 | 0 | – | 2.50 | – | – |
| 19 Oct 2025 | Perth | 1 | 46 | 52 | – | – | 88.46 | 64.87 |
Overall Bowling Summary
| Matches | Overs | Wickets | Best | Economy | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 35 | 4 | 2/55 | 6.37 | 55.75 | 52.5 |
Performance Insights
- All-Round Impact: Contributed both with bat and ball in multi-match series vs India.
- Best Bowling: 2/55 at Canberra (2016), dismissing Umesh Yadav and Ishant Sharma.
- Economy Control: Maintained a career economy around 6 despite bowling mostly at the death.
- Utility Player: Often used to break partnerships and add balance to Australia’s XI.
Expert View
Cricket experts often call Mitchell Marsh a “modern power-all-rounder” for Australia. His knocks in India’s conditions highlight his improved game against spin, while his occasional bowling offers strategic depth.
Marsh’s ability to score at a strike rate above 120 and chip in with medium-pace overs makes him a vital asset in Australia vs India ODI clashes.
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Conclusion
Mitchell Marsh’s record against India in ODIs (2015 – 2025) showcases his rise as a genuine match-winner. A career average close to 60 and a strike rate beyond 115 speak volumes about his impact in high-pressure encounters.
Whether it’s his Sydney century in 2016 or his explosive innings in India in 2023, Marsh remains one of Australia’s most dangerous batters against India. His versatility as a bowling option further enhances his value in the Aussie setup.
