India skipper Shubman Gill remained optimistic despite his team's loss in the opening ODI against Australia on Sunday.
Chasing 131 in 26 overs, Australia won with 7 wickets in hand, thanks to Mitchell Marsh's unbeaten 46 and contributions from Josh Philippe and Matthew Renshaw.
Gill acknowledged that losing three wickets inside the powerplay put India on the back foot.
Gill praised the team's effort in dragging the match deep while defending a modest total in the rain-hit encounter, his first leadership assignment in the 50-over format.
Author's summary: India lost the first ODI to Australia despite a fighting spirit.