Highlights | India vs Australia, 2nd T20I: Australia Secure 1-0 Lead With Four-Wicket Win Over India At MCG

Highlights | India vs Australia, 2nd T20I

Match Summary

Australia's men's team, led by Mitchell Marsh, secured a solid four-wicket win over India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The hosts dominated both with ball and bat to take a 1-0 lead in the series.

Key Moments

Marcus Stoinis sealed the win by scoring a double off the final ball to complete the chase.
This victory marks Australia's second-largest win by balls remaining against India.
Despite a strong fightback by India with the ball, the Australian batting lineup held firm.
Rain affected the opening match in Canberra, but the MCG saw a packed crowd supporting the game.

Match Details

India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, faced a batting collapse and could not chase the target. Looking ahead, India will aim to bounce back in the next game at Bellerive Oval, Hobart.

Final Moments

Kuldeep Yadav was brought into the attack late in the game.
An umpire called a dead-ball just as Kuldeep was about to bowl.
Stoinis attempted a sweep on Kuldeep but missed, then secured victory with a double on the following ball.

"Stoinis finishes it with a double in the next ball as Australia win by four wickets."

Final score: India 126/6 in 13.2 overs vs Australia

Author's summary: Australia demonstrated strong all-around play to overcome India by four wickets at the MCG, taking a 1-0 lead in the T20I series.

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Republic World — 2025-10-31