India Secures Dominant Win as Australia Faces Another Batting Collapse
India took a commanding 2-1 lead in the T20 series against Australia after a decisive 48-run victory at Carrara Oval, Gold Coast, on Thursday evening.
Australia's Batting Struggles
Chasing a target of 168 runs, Australia appeared steady at 1-67 in the ninth over. However, a severe middle-order collapse followed, losing 9 wickets for 52 runs and finishing all out for 119 in 18.2 overs. This score represented Australia's second-lowest total at home in T20 internationals.
Bowling Highlights
- Australian bowlers Nathan Ellis and Adam Zampa took three wickets each, restricting India to 8-167.
- Zampa, who had just celebrated the birth of his second child, played a key role in Australia's bowling attack.
Key Moments in the Match
Indian opener Abhishek Sharma was fortunate early on after Australian captain Mitchell Marsh, having won the toss, chose to bowl first. Xavier Bartlett dropped a routine catch on the second ball of the innings.
"After combining with opening partner Shubman Gill for a 56-run partnership, Sharma fell to Zampa following the Powerplay’s conclusion, picking out long-on for 28."
Shivam Dube impressed by hitting a massive six out of the ground, but Nathan Ellis quickly responded by dismissing both the Indian No. 3 and opening batsman Gill with slower deliveries.
Broadcast Information
The series is available live and ad-break free on FOX CRICKET, accessible through Kayo Sports.
Summary: India dominated the match through disciplined bowling and Australia's middle-order batting collapse, securing a 2-1 lead in the T20 series at home.