India chased a challenging target of 187 runs, winning by five wickets to level the five-match T20I series 1-1. Despite early setbacks losing key batsmen—Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Axar Patel, and Suryakumar Yadav within the first 12 overs—India held firm in the middle and late overs.
Australia posted a competitive total of 186/6. The main contributors were Tim David, who scored 74 runs off 38 balls, and Marcus Stoinis, making 64 off 39 balls. The Indian bowling attack was led by Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy, who took three and two wickets respectively, helping restrict the total.
Washington Sundar was crucial in the run chase, playing a steady knock of 49 not out off 49 balls. Alongside him, Tilak Varma contributed 29 runs from 26 balls, and Jitesh Sharma supported well with 22 runs off 13 balls. Their combined efforts secured the win with nine balls to spare.
Washington Sundar played a vital innings at the back-end while Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy excelled with the ball as India defeated Australia by five wickets to level the series 1-1.
Jitesh Sharma hits the winning runs as India romp home with nine balls to spare and five wickets in hand.
India overcame the early losses to post a resilient performance and secure a crucial victory to keep the series alive.
Summary: Washington Sundar’s unbeaten innings, backed by strong bowling from Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy, led India to a thrilling five-wicket victory over Australia, leveling their T20I series 1-1.