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Australia vs India, 3rd T20I Match Summary

AUS vs IND, 2025 - T20 Summary

Australia vs India Scorecard
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3rd T20I, Bellerive Oval, Hobart , Nov 02, 2025
Australia Australia
186/6 (20.0/20)
India India
188/5 (18.3/20)
India beat Australia by 5 wickets
  • Player of the Match
    Arshdeep Singh
    3/35(4)
AUS 186/6
Bat Top Batsmen
<a href=/cricket/players/111686-tim-david-playerprofile>Tim David</a>
Tim David
74 (38)
  • 8x4s
  • 5x6s
  • 194.73SR
<a href=/cricket/players/42327-marcus-peter-stoinis-playerprofile>Marcus Stoinis</a>
Marcus Stoinis
64 (39)
  • 8x4s
  • 2x6s
  • 164.10SR
Bowl Top Bowlers
Bowler
Arshdeep Singh
ECON 8.75
4
OVERS
35/3
R/W
Bowler
Varun Chakaravarthy
ECON 8.25
4
OVERS
33/2
R/W
IND 188/5
Bat Top Batsmen
<a href=/cricket/players/108593-washington-sundar-playerprofile>Washington Sundar</a>
Washington Sundar
49 (23)
  • 3x4s
  • 4x6s
  • 213.04SR
<a href=/cricket/players/112645-tilak-varma-playerprofile>Tilak Varma</a>
Tilak Varma
29 (26)
  • 1x4s
  • 1x6s
  • 111.53SR
Bowl Top Bowlers
Bowler
Nathan Ellis
ECON 9.00
4
OVERS
36/3
R/W
Bowler
Marcus Stoinis
ECON 11.00
2
OVERS
22/1
R/W
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Right then, that’s all from this entertaining contest where India have levelled the series 1-1. The action now shifts to the Heritage Bank Stadium in Queensland for the 4th T20I, with both teams eyeing the lead. That game will be played on 6th November, Thursday, at 1.45 pm IST (8.15 am GMT), but as always, do join us early for all the build-up and pre-match chatter. Meanwhile, the cricketing action continues - the Indian openers have made a strong start in the ICC Women’s World Cup final against South Africa, so switch tabs and catch all the live coverage from that blockbuster clash. Cheers!
Suryakumar Yadav, the victorious skipper of India, expressed his delight after the win, highlighting the importance of winning the toss. He praised the team's hard work and the winning combination, particularly noting Washington Sundar's flexibility as a batter. Yadav also lauded the partnerships, mentioning Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma as 'fire and ice', while Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh were described as a lethal duo, with both bowlers executing their plans brilliantly.
Mitchell Marsh, the captain of Australia, says that they were probably 20 runs short. Adds that they tried their best with the ball, but India were too good. Mentions that he loved the intent with the bat and praises Tim David and Marcus Stoinis for the way they batted, and says that the latter showed his experience. Says that he was hoping Glenn Maxwell would have been fit for this game, but he was not, and he expects him to play in the next match.
Arshdeep Singh is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his excellent spell with the ball. He attributed his success to focusing on the process and trusting his skills. He credited Jasprit Bumrah's presence at the other end for making his job easier and expressed his enjoyment in playing for India. Singh emphasized the importance of executing his practiced skills, stating that he simply tries to have fun whenever he gets the chance to bowl.
Presentation Time...
Australia needed early wickets in the Powerplay, and while they did manage to grab a couple, they conceded far too many runs in the process. They couldn’t build sustained pressure or string together enough quiet overs, and a few missed chances only added to their woes - something rarely seen from them. Amidst all this, Nathan Ellis was a major positive, showcasing excellent variations to claim three wickets. Marcus Stoinis and Xavier Bartlett chipped in with one each, but Australia were probably 15–20 runs short of what could have made a real difference.
Earlier in the game, Australia put up an impressive total on the board, thanks to a blistering 74 off just 38 balls from Tim David. Marcus Stoinis added a fiery half-century, while Matthew Short provided the finishing touches with a quick cameo at the death. For India, Arshdeep Singh marked his return with a fine three-wicket haul and was the standout performer with the ball. Varun Chakaravarthy picked up a couple, Shivam Dube chipped in with one, and although Jasprit Bumrah went wicketless, he kept things tight with an economical spell.
While chasing, Abhishek Sharma got off to a brisk start, as he has done consistently since his international debut, but his innings was cut short by a superb short ball from Nathan Ellis. Suryakumar Yadav then found his rhythm early, playing some trademark strokes, while Shubman Gill once again struggled to make an impact, raising questions about his place in this format. SKY’s quickfire 24 off 11 gave India early momentum before he fell to a soft dismissal. Axar Patel and Tilak Varma then ensured the run rate stayed under control with regular boundaries, though neither managed to see it through. In the end, Washington Sundar produced one of his best T20I innings, staying unbeaten on 49 off 23 balls, while Jitesh Sharma provided crucial support as India sealed the chase comfortably with 9 balls to spare.
A comprehensive performance from India! They’ve bounced back in style after the defeat at the MCG, completely outplaying Australia to level the series. To add to that, this marks the first time ever that the Aussies have lost a T20I in Hobart - a result that’s bound to hurt the hosts. Also, this is now the highest successful chase for the Men in Blue against Australia in T20Is.
Over 18.3 : 188/5
6 Runs
  • 118.1
  • 118.2
  • 418.3
J. Sharma
22 (13)
W. Sundar
49 (23)
S. Abbott
3.3-0-56-0
18.3
4
Sean Abbott To Jitesh Sharma
FOUR! INDIA LEVEL THE SERIES! On a length around off, Jitesh Sharma strides on top of the bounce of this delivery and just lofts this over cover for a boundary to seal the game. Washington Sundar is left stranded at the non-striker's end just 1 short of his half-century but he wouldn't mind one bit as India have won the game by 5 wickets.
18.2
1
Sean Abbott To Washington Sundar
On a length around off, Washington Sundar punches this away for a single. India needs just 3 to win now.
18.1
1
Sean Abbott To Jitesh Sharma
Full toss on off, Jitesh Sharma dabs this around backward point for one.
Sean Abbott replaces Matthew Kuhnemann. It has not been a great day for Abbott as he has conceded 51 runs in his 3 overs.
Over 18 : 182/5
11 Runs
  • 117.1
  • 417.2
  • 217.3
  • 117.4
  • 117.5
  • 217.6
W. Sundar
48 (22)
J. Sharma
17 (11)
M. Stoinis
2-0-22-1
17.6
2
Marcus Stoinis To Washington Sundar
On a length around off, Washington Sundar lofts this behind Mitchell Marsh at cover for a couple.
17.5
1
Marcus Stoinis To Jitesh Sharma
Bumper, on leg, Jitesh Sharma hooks this to fine leg for one.
17.4
1
Marcus Stoinis To Washington Sundar
Good length around off, Washington Sundar tucks this to mid-wicket for one.
17.3
2
Marcus Stoinis To Washington Sundar
On a length around middle and off, Washington Sundar smashes this past the bowler to his right for a couple. Stoinis does well to get his body away from the line of this.
17.2
4
Marcus Stoinis To Washington Sundar
FOUR! Full toss on middle and off, Washington Sundar smashes this past his partner on the other end for a boundary towards the sight screen.
17.1
1
Marcus Stoinis To Jitesh Sharma
It has been a game to forget for Owen. A golden duck earlier and now a dropped catch. On a length around off, Jitesh Sharma plays the lofted drive early and gets it spooned over Mitchell Owen at extra cover. Owen gets underneath it but ends up dropping it. A single taken.
Over 17 : 171/5
11 Runs
  • 216.1
  • 216.2
  • 116.3
  • 616.4
  • 016.5
  • 016.6
W. Sundar
39 (18)
J. Sharma
15 (9)
M. Kuhnemann
4-0-31-0
16.6
0
Matthew Kuhnemann To Washington Sundar
Fired around off, Washington Sundar pokes at it but gets beaten.
16.5
0
Matthew Kuhnemann To Washington Sundar
Fired around off, Washington Sundar smashes this to cover for no run.
16.4
6
Matthew Kuhnemann To Washington Sundar
SIX! Full toss around the pads, Washington Sundar slogs this but doesn't time it well enough. The ball hangs over Marcus Stoinis at the deep square leg fence. Stoinis fails to gather this with his body momentum, taking him beyond the fence and the ball goes over the ropes for a biggie.
16.3
1
Matthew Kuhnemann To Jitesh Sharma
Short of a length around off, Jitesh Sharma smashes this to sweeper cover for one.
16.2
2
Matthew Kuhnemann To Jitesh Sharma
Top-spin, wide of off, Jitesh Sharma gets down on a knee and looks for the sweep shot. Get a leading edge towards backward square leg for a couple. Nathan Ellis runs in from the fence and tries to catch this one but fails to get close to it.
16.1
2
Matthew Kuhnemann To Jitesh Sharma
Tossed up on off, Jitesh Sharma slaps this to wide long off for a couple.
Over 16 : 160/5
8 Runs
  • 015.1
  • 215.2
  • 115.3
  • 015.4
  • 415.5
  • 115.6
J. Sharma
10 (6)
W. Sundar
33 (15)
N. Ellis
4-0-36-3
15.6
1
Nathan Ellis To Jitesh Sharma
On a length around middle and leg, Jitesh Sharma rolls this down the ground to long on for one.
15.5
4
Nathan Ellis To Jitesh Sharma
FOUR! Jitesh innovates and finds the fence. On a length wide of off, Jitesh Sharma shuffles a long way across and ramps this towards the fine leg fence for a boundary.
15.4
0
Nathan Ellis To Jitesh Sharma
Yorker on leg, Jitesh Sharma, moves to his leg and blocks this around cover.
15.3
1
Nathan Ellis To Washington Sundar
Good length on off, Washington Sundar punches this to cover and rotates.
15.2
2
Nathan Ellis To Washington Sundar
On a length around off, Washington Sundar drives this to sweeper cover for a couple.
Full Commentary
18 OV
11 Runs
M. Stoinis to J. Sharma W. Sundar
  • 117.1
  • 417.2
  • 217.3
  • 117.4
  • 117.5
  • 217.6
17 OV
11 Runs
M. Kuhnemann to J. Sharma W. Sundar
  • 216.1
  • 216.2
  • 116.3
  • 616.4
  • 016.5
  • 016.6
16 OV
8 Runs
N. Ellis to W. Sundar J. Sharma
  • 015.1
  • 215.2
  • 115.3
  • 015.4
  • 415.5
  • 115.6
15 OV
7 Runs
X. Bartlett to T. Varma J. Sharma W. Sundar
  • 014.1
  • W 14.2
  • 414.3
  • 014.4
  • 1 WD 14.5
  • 114.5
  • 114.6
14 OV
19 Runs
S. Abbott to T. Varma W. Sundar
  • 113.1
  • 113.2
  • 113.3
  • 413.4
  • 613.5
  • 613.6
13 OV
7 Runs
M. Kuhnemann to T. Varma W. Sundar
  • 112.1
  • 112.2
  • 012.3
  • 112.4
  • 412.5
  • 012.6
12 OV
8 Runs
N. Ellis to A. Patel W. Sundar T. Varma
  • W 11.1
  • 011.2
  • 611.3
  • 011.4
  • 111.5
  • 111.6
11 OV
6 Runs
M. Kuhnemann to T. Varma A. Patel
  • 110.1
  • 110.2
  • 010.3
  • 110.4
  • 210.5
  • 110.6
10 OV
10 Runs
X. Bartlett to A. Patel T. Varma
  • 49.1
  • 19.2
  • 19.3
  • 29.4
  • 19.5
  • 19.6
9 OV
13 Runs
M. Short to T. Varma A. Patel
  • 3 WD 8.1
  • 18.1
  • 18.2
  • 08.3
  • 18.4
  • 18.5
  • 68.6
8 OV
11 Runs
M. Stoinis to T. Varma S. Yadav A. Patel
  • 47.1
  • 17.2
  • W 7.3
  • 17.4
  • 37.5
  • 27.6
7 OV
7 Runs
M. Kuhnemann to T. Varma S. Yadav
  • 06.1
  • 06.2
  • 16.3
  • 16.4
  • 16.5
  • 46.6
6 OV
9 Runs
N. Ellis to S. Gill T. Varma S. Yadav
  • 25.1
  • 45.2
  • W 5.3
  • 15.4
  • 15.5
  • 15.6
5 OV
14 Runs
S. Abbott to S. Gill S. Yadav
  • 14.1
  • 04.2
  • 64.3
  • 24.4
  • 3 NB 4.5
  • 14.5
  • 14.6
4 OV
11 Runs
N. Ellis to A. Sharma S. Gill S. Yadav
  • 13.1
  • 1 WD 3.2
  • 13.2
  • W 3.3
  • 13.4
  • 13.5
  • 63.6
3 OV
4 Runs
X. Bartlett to S. Gill A. Sharma
  • 12.1
  • 02.2
  • 02.3
  • 22.4
  • 02.5
  • 12.6
2 OV
17 Runs
S. Abbott to S. Gill A. Sharma
  • 21.1
  • 11.2
  • 01.3
  • 41.4
  • 61.5
  • 41.6
1 OV
9 Runs
X. Bartlett to A. Sharma S. Gill
  • 1 NB 0.1
  • 00.1
  • 00.2
  • 60.3
  • 10.4
  • 00.5
  • 10.6
Match Info
  • Venue Bellerive Oval, Hobart
  • Weather Clear
  • Toss India won the toss and elected to field
  • Result India beat Australia by 5 wickets
  • Player of the Match Arshdeep Singh
  • Umpire Phillip Gillespie (AUS), Sam Nogajski (AUS) and Shawn Craig (AUS)
  • Referee Jeff Crowe (NZ)
Match Notes
  • W Sundar dropped on 38 by M Owen in 17.1 overs
  • India 150/5 in 14.5 overs
  • Innings Break: Australia 186/6 in 20.0 overs
  • 6th wkt Partnership: 50 off 30 balls between M Stoinis (31) and M Short (21)
  • M Stoinis 6th T20I fifty: 52 runs in 32 balls (6x4) (3x6)
  • Australia 150/5 in 16.4 overs
  • M Short dropped on 2 by A Singh in 15.3 overs
  • Australia 103/4 in 11.6 overs
  • T David 9th T20I fifty: 52 runs in 23 balls (7x4) (3x6)
  • 3rd wkt Partnership: 50 off 31 balls between M Marsh (5) and T David (48)
  • Australia 50/2 in 6.3 overs
  • Mandatory Power play (1-6): Australia 43/2
  • T David dropped on 21 by W Sundar in 5.2 overs
  • India 150/5 in 14.5 overs
  • India 100/3 in 9.2 overs
  • Mandatory Power play (1-6): India 64/2
  • Referral 1 (5.3): S Gill against AUS (LBW) Unsuccessful (AUS: 2, IND: 1)
  • India 50/1 in 4.4 overs
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