IND vs AUS: Fans return to stadium for first time in eight months

The first of the two-match at the SCG was played with 50 per cent crowd capacity. Take a look: 

First ODI between India and Australia became a highlight because it was for the first time in eight months that men's cricket witnessed see fans cheering since March.
 

The first of the two-match at the SCG was played with 50 per cent crowd capacity. The third ODI at Canberra will be played at 65 per cent crowd capacity.

Australia's limited-overs skipper Aaron Finch on Thursday said that the team was excited to play in front of fans again. "The last time we played in front of a crowd in Australia was a very long time ago. There has been a huge amount of work going to allow that to happen -- from the public in various states, there has been a tremendous amount of work done to keep coronavirus under control. We are really excited. We know how much of a great atmosphere would it be," said Finch.

"You need to get in quick though as tickets, starting at $30 for adults and $10 for kids, are in high demand. Both Manuka Oval, Canberra (65 per cent) and the SCG (50 per cent) will be at limited capacity," cricket.com.au said in a FAQ section about the series.

Majority of fans in today's match were Indians. Despite India's loss, the match was lively with the cheers of fans.