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Australia vs India 3rd T20I Live at Hobart

India won the toss and chose to field in the third T20I against Australia at Hobart's Bellerive Oval. With Australia leading the five-match series 1-0, this match is crucial for India to stay in contention.

Australia's Batting Highlights

Tim David played a blazing innings, scoring 74 runs off 38 balls, including a quick 50 off 23 balls. His powerful hitting gave Australia momentum despite early strikes from Indian bowlers. Marcus Stoinis also made a significant contribution, reaching his fifty with three boundaries off Arshdeep Singh. Stoinis survived a close call when a low catch by Rinku Singh was overturned after video review.

India's Bowling Performance

Varun Chakaravarthy impressed with a superb over, taking two wickets quickly. He dismissed Mitchell Marsh (11) caught by Tilak Varma, and then bowled Mitchell Owen for a golden duck. Arshdeep Singh provided early breakthroughs and kept the pressure on Australia, although he conceded some big hits including a six from Matthew Short.

"Tim David unleashed a blistering 23-ball 50 for Australia after Varun Chakaravarthy and Arshdeep Singh struck early for India."
"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."
"Varun Chakaravarthy delivered a superb over, striking twice for India."

Key Wicket

Shivam Dube took the vital wicket of Tim David after his impactful innings, catching a flat full delivery at long-off from Tilak Varma.

Team Outlook

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav seeks a strong resurgence for India following their collapse in Melbourne, as critics like Srikkanth have expressed doubts about the batting order's consistency.

India needs a significant turnaround to level the series and keep their chance alive.

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