WATCH: Varun Chakaravarthy cleans up Mitchell Owen with a jaffa in AUS vs IND 3rd T20I

WATCH: Varun Chakaravarthy Cleanly Dismisses Mitchell Owen with a Jaffa in AUS vs IND 3rd T20I

The third T20I between Australia and India at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, delivered thrilling moments, powerful batting, and exceptional bowling. With the five-match series finely balanced, this game was crucial for both sides. Australia led 1-0 after winning the second T20I, as the first match was washed out due to rain. The hosts aimed for a 2-0 lead, while India fought to level the series.

Match Details and Key Performances

After winning the toss, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav elected to bowl first, a decision that paid off immediately. Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh, making his series debut, impressed with his new-ball spell by dismissing Travis Head and Josh Inglis inside the powerplay. His early breakthroughs put Australia on the defensive before the middle order stabilized the innings.

Australia fought back with strong batting performances, notably by Tim David and Marcus Stoinis, who powered the hosts to a total of 186/6.

Varun Chakaravarthy's Moment of Brilliance

Known for his deceptive spin variations, Tamil Nadu spinner Varun Chakaravarthy turned the game with a spectacular delivery. He bowled a stunning googly to cleanly dismiss Mitchell Owen on the third ball of the ninth over, creating a pivotal moment in the match.

"Varun Chakaravarthy bowled a stunning googly to dismiss Mitchell Owen in the third T20I."

The contest remains intense as both teams vie for supremacy in this closely fought series.

Author's summary: Varun Chakaravarthy’s brilliant googly disrupted Australia’s middle order, highlighting the thrilling tension in the closely poised T20I series between Australia and India.

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Cricket Times Cricket Times — 2025-11-02

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