Australia made a cautious start in their World Cup quarterfinal match against India in Ahmedabad on Thursday. They were 24 for no loss in the first six overs. Opener Shane Watson (17) and Brad Haddin (6) is at the crease. Earlier in the day Australia won the toss and elected to bat in all major quarterfinal match against India in Ahmedabad on Thursday. India made just one change to the side with the inclusion of Virender Sehwag and Pathan Yusuf omit.

Australia fell to leg spinning all-rounder Steven Smith and David Hussey to replace him.

Raffle win is a good advantage for Australia because the bowling alley will help more and more as the match progresses. Former Indian skipper Sourav Gandhi presented the probation report for the match at Ahmedabad.

According to Ganguly, the track is dry and would be useful for spinners. Ahmedabad weather is warm at 37 degrees Celsius.