Players of both India and Australia paid tribute to Australia's indigenous people by taking part in a 'barefoot circle' ceremony before the start of the first ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Friday.

ICC tweeted, "Players from both teams paid tribute to Australia's indigenous people in a Barefoot Circle ceremony before the start of play.”

While many teams across the globe have taken a knee before games in their fight against racism, the Australian cricket team will participate in barefoot circle ceremonies before all international matches this summer.

Cricket Australia said, "The barefoot circle is a cricket centric way for players and teams to take a moment prior to matches to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land, connect to each other as opponents and pay respect to the country.”

First time India is competing for points in the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League, which will determine qualification for the 2023 World Cup.

DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF PHILIP HUGHES

Friday's match is taking place on the anniversary of the death of former Australia cricketer Phillip Hughes. Hughes was fatally struck by a bouncer during the Sheffield Shield at the same ground six years ago.