The third T20I between India and Australia will be played at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on Sunday. Suryakumar Yadav leads India, while Mitchell Marsh captains Australia. The hosts currently lead the five-match T20I series 1-0 after winning the second game in Melbourne. The first match in Canberra was abandoned due to rain.
Bellerive Oval is known as a batting-friendly surface. Early in the innings, fast bowlers may find some seam movement, but as the ball softens, batting becomes easier. Pacers who can generate extra bounce could benefit, while spinners may have limited impact on this pitch.
India’s batting lineup faced difficulties in the second T20I, particularly against seamers on a lively surface. Only Abhishek Sharma managed to find rhythm, while others struggled with pace and bounce. With merely 125 runs to defend, India’s bowlers had little chance to turn the match around.
Hobart’s weather looks promising for Sunday’s game. The maximum temperature is expected around 26°C, with a minimum of 13°C, suggesting a comfortable and dry day for cricket.
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Author’s summary: The third India-Australia T20I in Hobart should favor batters after an initial test for seamers, with mild, cricket-friendly weather expected throughout the match.