Australia vs India 3rd T20I Live: Tim David hits fast 50 as critics slam India's batting order

Australia vs India 3rd T20I Live

Match Overview

India won the toss and chose to field in the 3rd T20I against Australia at Hobart's Bellerive Oval. Australia leads the five-match series 1-0, making this a crucial game for India, as a loss would end their chances of winning the series.

Australia's Batting Performance

Tim David delivered a blazing 74 off 38 balls, including a rapid 23-ball fifty. His innings ended when Shivam Dube took a vital wicket, catching a full delivery he hit flat to Tilak Varma at long-off. Marcus Stoinis also played a key role, reaching his fifty with three boundaries off Arshdeep Singh.

“Earlier, Stoinis survived a close call when a low catch by Rinku Singh was ruled 'not out' after the third umpire confirmed the ball bounced first.”

India's Bowling Efforts

Varun Chakaravarthy bowled a remarkable over, taking two wickets in consecutive balls. He first dismissed Mitchell Marsh (11), caught by Tilak Varma at long-off, then bowled Mitchell Owen for a golden duck on the next delivery. Arshdeep Singh also made early breakthroughs and contributed in the field, though he conceded a "SIX!" from Matthew Short, which he could not catch at the boundary.

“Varun Chakaravarthy delivered a superb over, striking twice for India.”

Team Outlook

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav is eager for a win following a recent collapse in Melbourne. Critics like Srikkanth have criticized India’s batting order, emphasizing the need for a strong comeback to stay competitive in the series.

Author's summary: Tim David's explosive innings sparked Australia’s scoring push, while India’s bowlers made crucial early strikes, intensifying the drama in a pivotal Hobart T20I fixture.

www.israelhayom.com — 2025-11-02