Hazlewood and Marsh Lead Australia to T20 Victory Over India at MCG
Josh Hazlewood’s devastating bowling spearheaded Australia’s commanding four-wicket win against India in front of 82,438 fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Match Summary
India was bowled out for 125 runs in 18.4 overs, thanks largely to Hazlewood’s lethal spell. Australia then chased down the target with ease, finishing at 6-126 in just 13.2 overs, leaving 40 balls unused.
Series Context
This victory gives Australia a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20 international series. The opening game in Canberra was washed out, making this a key win for the home side.
Australian Bowling and Fielding
Captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and opted to field first, a decision that quickly paid off with Hazlewood's impactful bowling shutting down the Indian batting lineup.
Australian Batting Highlights
- Mitch Marsh scored an aggressive 46 runs and Travis Head contributed 28 as Australia smoothly chased the target.
- Marsh hit four sixes, including a massive one off Harshit Rana that soared into the second tier of the Olympic Stand.
- Marsh was eventually caught at long off attempting a big shot, with Australia still 39 runs from victory.
- Following his dismissal, Australia lost 4 wickets for 39 runs but maintained control to secure the win.
“Hazlewood silenced the predominantly Indian crowd from the start after Marsh won the toss and chose to bowl.”
“Marsh smashed one of the biggest ever sixes at the MCG when he blasted Harshit Rana into the second level of the Olympic Stand.”
Despite Jasprit Bumrah threatening a hat-trick during the late wickets, Australia never faced serious danger in the chase.
Author's Summary: Australia's dominant bowling and aggressive batting led by Hazlewood and Marsh secured a decisive T20 victory over India, putting them firmly ahead in the series.
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