India Seals Crushing Victory Over Australia in T20 Series
India has taken a 2-1 lead in the T20 series against Australia after a dominant 48-run victory at the Gold Coast’s Carrara Oval on Thursday evening. Despite starting well at 1-67 in the ninth over, Australia suffered a devastating middle-order collapse, losing 9 wickets for just 52 runs and being bowled out for 119 in 18.2 overs.
Australia's Batting Collapse
This total is Australia’s second lowest in T20 internationals on home soil, highlighting persistent struggles in their batting lineup.
Bowling Highlights
- Seamer Nathan Ellis took three wickets.
- Spinner Adam Zampa, fresh from welcoming his second child, also claimed three wickets.
- These performances restricted Australia to 8-167 in their 20 overs before India’s turn to bat.
Key Moments in India's Innings
Indian opener Abhishek Sharma received an early lifeline when Australian captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and opted to bowl first. Xavier Bartlett dropped an easy outfield catch on the second ball of the innings.
Sharma and opening partner Shubman Gill built a 56-run partnership before Sharma was dismissed by Zampa after the Powerplay for 28 runs, hitting a long-on catch.
The innings included a remarkable moment when Shivam Dube struck a massive six out of the ground, shortly before Ellis dismissed both Dube and Gill with slower balls.
"It was Australia’s second lowest total in T20Is at home."
India’s comprehensive win underscores their growing dominance and raises concerns over Australia's batting consistency in crucial moments.
Author's summary: India took control of the series with a commanding win, exposing Australia's fragile batting under pressure and highlighting stellar bowling performances.
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