IND vs AUS 3rd T20I Highlights
India secured a 5-wicket victory after chasing 187 runs, leveling the five-match T20I series against Australia in Hobart.
Match Summary
In the third game at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, India delivered a strong all-round performance. Key players Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, and Washington Sundar rose to the challenge on a good batting wicket, guiding their team to victory.
Match Conditions and Context
The match was played on a bright and sunny day. The Indian team aimed to improve their batting after a poor top-order display in the previous game at Melbourne, where they lost wickets cheaply. With the first game washed out, a loss in this match would have ended India's chances of winning the series. Both teams expected better batting conditions in Hobart, with Suryakumar Yadav hoping for a favorable toss.
Australia's Position
Australia, aiming to add to their recent ODI series win, put up a target of 186 runs.
India's Chase
India successfully chased the target in 18.3 overs to level the series. Washington Sundar played a standout innings, scoring an unbeaten 49 runs off just 23 balls.
- Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy played crucial roles in restricting Australia to 186.
- Contributions came from across the Indian batting lineup.
"Washington Sundar justified his selection with an unbeaten 49 off just 23 balls."
With this win, India kept their hopes alive in the T20I series against Australia.
Author's summary: India’s balanced performance, highlighted by Sundar’s explosive batting and tight bowling from Arshdeep and Chakravarthy, helped them level the series against Australia in Hobart.