India Vs Australia: Series on the Line in Hobart
All eyes are on Hobart as Suryakumar Yadav’s India lock horns with Mitchell Marsh’s Australia in the third T20I of the five-match series at the Bellerive Oval this Sunday.
The series stands intriguingly poised, with Australia holding a 1-0 lead after their hard-fought win in Melbourne. The opening game in Canberra, however, never got underway due to rain, leaving fans hungry for more action.
India Eye Comeback, Australia Seek Control-
For India, this clash is more than just a comeback opportunity, it’s a test of resilience and adaptability after their batting faltered under testing conditions in the previous outing.
Meanwhile, the Aussies will look to build on their momentum and tighten their grip on the series. With both sides boasting explosive talent and a venue known for its unpredictable character, fans can expect a thrilling contest filled with pace, power, and plenty of fireworks under the Hobart lights.
India Vs Australia: Weather Report
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Weather Conditions: Pleasant day expected in Hobart with a maximum temperature of 26°C and a minimum of 13°C on Sunday.
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Dew Factor: With the Australian cricket season still in its early phase, dew could significantly impact the second innings, giving an advantage to teams batting second.
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Toss Advantage: Captains might prefer to bowl first and chase under better batting conditions later in the evening.
India Vs Australia: Squads Today
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Mahli Beardman, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Sean Abbott, Matthew Short, Josh Philippe, Tanveer Sangha
India: Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Washington Sundar, Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma
India Vs Australia: Pitch Report – Bellerive Oval
Get ready for some cracking stroke play in Hobart!
The Bellerive Oval promises a solid batting track, but early on, expect a few surprises for the pacers. Fast bowlers who can bend their backs will find some juicy movement off the surface, making the new ball spell one to watch.
However, as the game progresses, batting should become smoother and runs will start to flow. Spinners, though, might have a quiet evening with limited grip and turn on offer. In short, survive the early heat, and this pitch could turn into a batter’s paradise!
India Vs Australia: India’s Form Check
India’s batters had a rough outing in the 2nd T20I as the pitch danced to the tune of the seamers. Apart from Abhishek Sharma, who stood tall amid the chaos, most others found the extra pace and bounce too hot to handle. It was one of those days when timing felt optional and edges felt inevitable.
The bowlers, tasked with defending just 125 runs, had little room to make magic. Still, this Indian side has bounced back from worse, and with their firepower and flair, don’t be surprised if they turn the tables in Hobart!