Australia vs India 2025 3rd T20I Match Prediction & Odds
This article provides a detailed prediction of the 3rd T20I match between Australia and India, featuring team analysis, pitch conditions, probable playing XIs, and winning chances based on current form and statistics.
Match Overview
The second T20I at the MCG was dominated by Australia, with Josh Hazlewood taking 3 wickets for just 13 runs. Australia comfortably chased the target with 40 balls remaining. Abhishek Sharma was the standout for India, scoring 68 runs off 37 balls on a challenging pitch known for unpredictable bounce.
The first match in Canberra was abandoned due to rain after India reached 97 for 1 in 9.4 overs. Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav were well set before the weather intervened.
Pitch and Weather Insights
The upcoming match will be held at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, a venue that has hosted only eight T20 Internationals since 2011. It is considered one of Australia's least-used grounds for this format.
- The average first-innings score at Bellerive is 147 runs.
- Floodlights were installed at the venue in 2009, allowing for day-night matches.
- Teams batting second have a 50% winning record, suggesting minimal toss advantage.
- Bellerive Oval is located on Hobart’s eastern shore.
Team Squads and Strengths
India has traveled with a 17-player squad, while Australia named 21 players for the series, highlighting Australia’s deeper bench strength at home.
Winning Chances and Odds
The article includes a compilation of winning odds from various sources based on pitch conditions, player form, and weather forecasts.
Key Players to Watch
The key players section highlights individuals whose performances could be decisive in the match outcome.
"Hazlewood ripped through them with figures of 3 for 13."
"Abhishek Sharma showed up, scoring 68 off 37 on a pitch that moved and bounced like it had a grudge."
"Teams batting second have won exactly half those matches, suggesting the toss advantage remainshttps://cricstralia.com.au/ — 2025-11-01