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