AUS vs IND, T20 2025: India Levels Series Against Australia
The Indian cricket team, led by Arshdeep Singh and Washington Sundar, defeated Australia in the third T20 match of their 2025 series. This victory leveled the series at 1-1 with two matches remaining.
Key Performances
- Arshdeep Singh took three crucial wickets, finishing with figures of 3/35.
- Washington Sundar scored a rapid 49 not out off 23 balls, featuring three fours and four sixes.
India successfully chased down a target set by Australia, reaching it in 18.3 overs with five wickets and nine balls remaining. The match took place at Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Sunday.
Match Highlights
- Australia posted a total of 186/6 on a batting-friendly pitch.
- Tim David and Marcus Stoinis both scored fifties for the hosts.
- Arshdeep struck early, dismissing Travis Head and Josh Inglis within the first three overs, reducing Australia to 14/2.
- Tim David responded with a quick fifty off just 23 balls to counterattack during the middle overs.
"Washington Sundar top-scored for T20 World Cup champions and world No. 1 India with a 23-ball 49 that included three fours and four sixes."
Series Context
India’s win balanced the five-match series after their four-wicket loss in Melbourne on Friday. The opening game, scheduled in Canberra on Wednesday, was abandoned due to rain.
"The Indian cricket team levelled the five-match India vs Australia T20 2025 series with a five-wicket win over the hosts at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart."
Nathan Ellis was the most successful Australian bowler, taking 3 wickets for 36 runs.
Author's summary: Arshdeep Singh’s wickets and Washington Sundar’s explosive innings secured India’s five-wicket victory, leveling the T20 series against Australia at 1-1 in Hobart.