Australia vs India Highlights: 2nd T20 at Melbourne
Australia secured a four-wicket win against India in the second T20 match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.
Match Overview
Senior pacer Josh Hazlewood shone with impressive bowling figures of 3/13, helping Australia bowl out India for a modest total of 125 runs. The hosts then set off on a strong chase, powered by an explosive opening partnership.
Batting Highlights
- Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head provided a solid start with a 51-run opening stand in just over four overs.
- Despite India taking several wickets later on, Australia maintained control and clinched the victory comfortably.
- India’s Abhishek Sharma scored a brisk 68 off 37 balls, and Harshit Rana contributed a useful 35 runs.
Bowling and Fightback
"Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah grabbed a couple of wickets each, but their fightback came too late in the match."
After a washout in Canberra, where India was well placed at 97/1, Australia bounced back with clinical bowling at the MCG.
Series Context
The hosts, led by captain Mitchell Marsh, now hold the advantage in the series after this recovery performance.
"It’s the Mitchell Marsh-led hosts who bounce back with a clinical bowling performance in Melbourne to gain the series lead."
Summary
Australia overcame a brief late wobble to secure a confident win in the second T20, demonstrating strong teamwork and leadership to take control of the series.
Author's summary: Australia delivered a commanding bowling and batting display at the MCG to outplay India in the second T20, taking a crucial lead in the series.