India vs Australia: 5th T20
Location: M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Toss: Australia won the toss and opt to bowl
India won by 6 runs
Squads India vs Australia 5th T20 :
India:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Mukesh Kumar, Arshdeep Singh
Australia:
Travis Head, Josh Philippe, Ben McDermott, Aaron Hardie, Tim David, Matthew Short, Matthew Wade (c & wk), Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jason Behrendorff, Tanveer Sangha
Match Overview:
Today marked the final T20 match of the India vs Australia series, and once again, India emerged victorious. With a 4-1 win, this series marks a significant achievement for India. Unfortunately, Australia’s performance was lackluster throughout the India vs Australia series. Thanks to Shreyas Iyer’s impressive innings, India secured their victory in this match. With the end of this five-match series, India’s dominance is undeniable. Batting first, India scored 160 runs and lost 8 wickets. In response, Australia scored 154 runs and lost 8 wickets, resulting in India winning the match by 6 runs.
Shreyas Iyer 50 runs Inning:
Shreyas Iyer’s performance in this match was exceptional. Although he had a disappointing outing in the last match, he rose up to the challenge this time and played the role of vice-captain remarkably well. He scored 53 runs in 37 balls, hitting 4 boundaries and 2 big sixes, leading India to a good score. Iyer played with ease after settling down, taking the pressure off the other players. He was the top scorer in the match and played a crucial role in India’s victory.
Ben McDermott 50 runs Inning:
During the match, Ben McDermott played an excellent innings for Australia, bringing the match very close. However, in the last over, he struggled to keep up with the batsmen, making it a strange match for him. He managed to score 54 runs in 36 balls, hitting 6 sixes but failing to hit a single boundary. His contribution helped Australia to have a good innings, but unfortunately, they were unlucky, and Australia lost the match.
Axar Patel Player of The Match:
Axar Patel was awarded the Player of the Match title for his excellent performance. He is a valuable all-rounder for India’s team and played a crucial role in today’s match. He bowled four overs, conceding only 14 runs and taking one wicket, which indicates the immense pressure he creates on the opposition. His contribution with the bat was also noteworthy as he scored 31 runs in 21 balls, proving to be a game-changer at the end. Overall, his outstanding performance with both bat and ball earned him the Player of the Match award.
Ravi Bishnoi Player of The Series
Ravi Bishnoi was awarded the “Man of the Series” title, thanks to his outstanding performance. He took a total of 9 wickets, which helped India immensely. His impeccable bowling skills have always given India a good start in the game. Bishnoi has been able to create pressure on the opponents by taking wickets consistently throughout the series. With this title, Bishnoi’s chances of playing in the future have increased significantly. However, if he fails to perform well in the future, it could negatively impact India’s chances of winning. Bishnoi’s contribution to India’s victory in this series cannot be
Mukesh Kumar 3 Wickets
Mukesh Kumar put up an excellent performance today, both as a batsman and a bowler. He scored 32 runs in four overs, and also managed to take 3 wickets. Despite his lack of experience in international cricket, he remained composed and bowled exceptionally well in the last over, which helped keep the match under control. This is a remarkable achievement for him and deserving of praise.
FAQ
“Is there a possibility for India to win the T20 World Cup in 2024?”
India will be focusing on the T20 World Cup in 2024 after their loss in the ODI World Cup in 2023. The Indian players’ confidence will be at a high level following their 4-1 victory over Australia in the India vs Australia series. The players are perform well in the upcoming IPL competition. The T20 format is well-suited for India, with their players demonstrating expertise in this format. After making it to the finals in the 50-over World Cup, India is expected to perform well in the T20 World Cup. With a good chance of winning the 2024 World Cup, India is a strong contender in the upcoming tournament.
Who will be India’s captain of the 2024 T20 World Cup?
As per reports from BCCI, Rohit Sharma has been given the green light to continue his captaincy. The decision has been taken by BCCI, but it is up to Rohit Sharma to decide whether he will captain the T20 World Cup or not. After the disappointment of losing the ODI World Cup, Rohit Sharma seemed unhappy. However, he still has a chance to fulfill his dream of winning a World Cup by leading the team to victory in the T20 World Cup. It seems that Rohit Sharma is eyeing the T20 World Cup in 2024 and may take on the captaincy role for the team then.