Hazlewood and Marsh Lead Australia to T20 Victory Over India at MCG
Josh Hazlewood’s devastating bowling helped Australia secure a convincing four-wicket win against India in front of 82,438 fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). India was restricted to 125 runs in 18.4 overs, and Australia chased the target comfortably, finishing at 6-126 with 40 balls remaining.
Match Summary and Series Update
This win puts Australia ahead 1-0 in the five-match T20 international series after the opening game in Canberra was washed out. Captain Mitch Marsh’s decision to bowl first paid off, especially in a stadium largely filled with Indian supporters.
Key Performances
- Marsh scored 46 runs, including a massive six that soared into the second tier of the Olympic Stand off Harshit Rana's bowling.
- Travis Head contributed 28 runs early in the chase.
- After hitting four sixes, Marsh was caught at long off, with Australia still 39 runs short of victory.
- Despite a mini-collapse losing 4 wickets for 39 runs, including Jasprit Bumrah nearly achieving a hat-trick, Australia maintained control and comfortably sealed the win.
“After dismissing India for 125 off 18.4 overs, Marsh (46) and fellow opener Travis Head (28) went about trying to end the match as quickly as possible,” the match report stated.
Hazlewood’s lethal bowling exerted early pressure, setting the tone for a commanding Australian performance.
Author’s Summary
Hazlewood's bowling and Marsh's powerful hitting ensured a dominant Australian T20 win over India, highlighting their strong white-ball form and strategic precision at the MCG.
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