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Australia
India
The second T20I of Indiaโs tour of Australia will take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The first match was washed out due to rain, but India were in control before the interruption, scoring freely through Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill. That performance will give the visitors confidence heading into this contest.
Australiaโs bowling looked out of rhythm, with every bowler conceding over 9 runs per over. Without Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins, the attack appears short on experience. Josh Hazlewoodโs inclusion will add balance, but he will need support from the rest of the unit.
Indiaโs top order featuring Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav will look to continue their aggressive approach. With Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson solid in the middle order, the visitors seem to have a stronger lineup. India have won 3 of the last 5 T20Is against Australia, giving them a psychological edge.
Abhishek Sharma has scored 497 runs in his last 10 matches at an average of 49.7 at a strike rate of 203.68, making him highly likely to cross the 25.5-run mark.
The betting tip is...
Abhishek Sharma - Over 25.5 runs
60 %
40 %
AustraliaIndiaAustralia will aim to bounce back strongly after a poor bowling display in the rain-affected first T20I. The bowling unit looked out of place., Skipper Mitchell Marsh will look to inspire his team with both bat and ball.
Travis Head will open alongside him, and both will be key to providing a solid start. Josh Inglis will anchor the middle order, while Tim David and Mitchell Owen will look to provide power in the later overs.
Marcus Stoinis will play a vital all-round role, offering balance with both bat and ball. The pace attack will see the return of Josh Hazlewood bringing his experience and support from Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett. Matthew Kuhnemann will handle spin duties.
Marsh, Head and David are the key batters in the team.
Predicted Lineup: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann and Josh Hazlewood
India will aim to continue their dominance with a strong batting display at the MCG. Abhishek Sharma will look to make an impact after missing out in the previous match. Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav are in good rhythm and will aim to give India another fast start.
Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson will be key in the middle order, with both showing excellent consistency. Abhishek averages 49.7 at a strike rate of 203.68 in his last 10 matches, while Tilak averages 47.4.
Shivam Dube and Axar Patel will handle the finishing duties. Jasprit Bumrah will lead the pace attack and will be supported by Harshit Rana. Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy will be the spin options, both in fine wicket-taking form, especially Kuldeep, having taken 17 wickets in last 7 matches.
Abhishek, Shubman and Tilak are the key batters in the team.
Predicted Lineup: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
India will come into the second T20I with a confident batting unit led by Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav. Abhishek Sharma has been an aggressive batter and will look to continue his strong run, having scored 497 runs in his last 10 matches at a strike rate above 200. His aggressive approach in the power play could set the tone for Indiaโs innings at the MCG.
With Hazlewood back, Australiaโs bowling will test India early, but India's top order looks capable of handling the pressure.
With Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson backing up the openers, Indiaโs lineup appears balanced for any type of pitch. The match will likely see Indiaโs batters dominate again, with Abhishek expected to play a key role in giving his side the upper hand.
