অজিদের বিরুদ্ধে আগুন বোলিংয়ে সুবাদে সিরিজের দখল নিল ভারত!

While India’s batters did not make a significant impact, the bowlers completely turned the game in India’s favor. Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel, Varun Chakravarthy, and Shivam Dube’s disciplined and smart bowling dismantled Australia’s batting lineup. Axar Patel, in particular, stood out with his pace and clever bowling. In the final stages, Washington Sundar also picked up a crucial wicket to seal the match.

After losing the toss, India batted first and scored 167 for 8. From the start, the batters struggled. Shubman Gill and Abhishek Yadav found it difficult to play on the slow pitch. On Gold Coast’s large ground with uneven bounce, the batters couldn’t play aggressively initially. In the sixth over, Abhishek was hit by a bouncing ball from Stoinis and had to undergo a concussion test.

Still, India managed about 50 runs in the Powerplay. However, experimental changes in the batting order didn’t work out. Shivam Dube, Suryakumar Yadav, and Tilak Varma’s contributions were limited. Shivam scored 22 off 18 balls, Suryakumar made 20, Tilak 5, and Jitesh Sharma 5 runs. Axar Patel’s 21 runs off 11 balls were not enough for the team, but his bowling provided balance throughout the match.

Australia started slowly but picked up the attack from the third over. Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy took timely wickets. Axar Patel’s precise bowling and successful use of DRS to dismiss Matthew Short and Josh Inglis became the key to India’s victory. Marsh and Tim David tried to stabilize the innings, but constant pressure forced them to fail.

In the final overs, Washington Sundar and Jasprit Bumrah bowled with control, restricting Australia’s comeback. India confirmed their victory when Adam Zampa was dismissed in the 19th over. The win has boosted India’s morale and gives them a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.

Washington Sundar wraps things up in style

A terrific performance from #TeamIndia as they win the 4⃣th T20I by 4⃣8⃣ runs.

They now have a 2⃣-1⃣ lead in the #AUSvIND T20I series with 1⃣ match to play.

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— BCCI (@BCCI) November 6, 2025

However, India may need to rethink experimental batting order changes and work on batter consistency. Ahead of the T20 World Cup, it’s important for the team structure to be firm. In this match, the bowlers’ contribution was so significant that India managed to win despite a modest total. The last match of the series will be held on Saturday in Brisbane, where maintaining momentum will be a challenge for India.

Even though this was India’s first match at Gold Coast, the bowlers overcame unfamiliar pitch conditions to deliver victory. Their variety and control on every ball reflected their skill, while the batters’ experimental approach didn’t yield much, but team coordination ensured India’s triumph.

অর্শদীপের আগুনে কেঁপে উঠল অস্ট্রেলিয়া, কি ঘটল তারপর?

In the third T20I against the Aussies, the left-arm pacer returned to India’s playing XI. Captain Suryakumar Yadav, winning the toss, chose to field—a decision that proved immediately justified. Arshdeep set the tone right from the start, claiming two wickets in quick succession. Australia’s top order collapsed within 14 runs, as he dismissed Travis Head (6) and Josh Inglis (1).

Even Australia’s captain, Mitchell Marsh, couldn’t stabilize the innings, falling to Varun Chakravarthy. However, Tim David and Marcus Stoinis fought back under pressure, scoring 74 off 38 balls and 64 off 39 balls respectively, pushing Australia to 186/6 in 20 overs.

Yet, the star performer for India was undeniably Arshdeep. His bowling figures—4 overs, 35 runs, 3 wickets—showed how he put the opposition under pressure with consistent line and length from the very first ball. Varun Chakravarthy claimed 2 wickets, while Shivam Dubey chipped in with 1.

Arshdeep’s performance sent a clear message: losing faith is not an option. When given a chance, he knows how to don the national jersey with pride. On the field, his eyes reflected determination, his hands held fire, and every ball resonated with the spirit of revenge.

#Final, 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘 𝗪𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘! #TeamIndia book their spot in the #CWC25 final on a historic Navi Mumbai night!

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— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) October 30, 2025

Litchfield–Perry’s Fireworks

After winning the toss and opting to bat, Australia lost Healy early. But then, the Litchfield–Ellyse Perry show began. Litchfield’s blistering 119 off 93 balls included 17 fours and 3 sixes, while Perry added a solid 77. Their 155-run stand for the second wicket had India on the back foot, and it looked like the match was slipping away.

However, the Indian bowlers fought back in the death overs. Shree Charani picked up 2 for 49, while Radha Yadav and Deepti Sharma struck crucial blows to restrict Australia to 338. Even Ashleigh Gardner’s 63-run blitz couldn’t push the score beyond India’s determined spirit.

India’s Innings: A Dream Chase

Chasing 339 was no easy task. India suffered an early jolt when Shafali Verma fell for 10. But Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues steadied the innings. Mandhana departed for 24, but Rodrigues found a perfect partner in captain Harmanpreet Kaur.

Together, they launched a counterattack that stunned the Aussies. Harmanpreet’s confident 89, studded with 10 fours and 2 sixes, gave India momentum. She fell just shy of a well-deserved hundred, dismissed by Sutherland for 89.

Jemimah the “Ice Queen” Unbeaten 127

At the other end stood the calm and composed Jemimah Rodrigues. Even after being dropped on 82, she capitalized brilliantly, anchoring the innings with maturity beyond her years. With small but vital partnerships with Deepti Sharma (24) and Richa Ghosh (26), Jemimah guided India closer to the target.

Finally, alongside Amanjot Kaur, she saw India home. Jemimah remained unbeaten on 127 — a knock that will be remembered as one of the greatest in India’s women’s cricket history — and took her team to the World Cup final in stunning fashion.

Australia won the toss and chose to bowl first. Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, India came out to bat with several surprising selections. Senior players like Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Washington Sundar, and Arshdeep Singh were rested, giving young talents a chance to shine. With the cold and cloudy conditions in Canberra, swing and seam movement were expected, making batting a real challenge.

Abhishek Sharma, who was in great form during the Asia Cup, opened the innings but struggled against the Australian pace attack. Facing Nathan Ellis’s pace and movement, he managed 19 runs off 14 balls before getting out. After his dismissal, skipper Suryakumar Yadav walked in — under immense pressure after scoring just 100 runs in his previous 11 innings.

But this time, the old SKY seemed to be back. He began cautiously, scoring only 12 runs off his first 10 balls, before switching gears. The trademark aggression returned — elegant cover drives, fierce square cuts, and powerful pulls all flowed freely. During this innings, Suryakumar also reached the milestone of 150 sixes in international T20 cricket. He remained unbeaten on 39 off 24 balls when rain stopped play.

At the other end, Shubman Gill provided solid support, scoring 37 off 20 balls, including four boundaries and one six. The duo built an 85-run partnership in 9.4 overs before the rain returned — this time for good. Despite the ground staff’s best efforts, play could not resume, and the match was officially abandoned.

Even though the game was washed out, the biggest takeaway for India was undoubtedly Suryakumar Yadav’s return to form. He silenced critics with his composed yet explosive batting display. The team’s coaches and support staff were visibly pleased. With two matches remaining in the series, SKY’s regained confidence is expected to boost India’s momentum.

Australia, too, found positives in the match — particularly their pacers’ sharp spells and the young fielders’ athleticism.

Had it not been for the rain, the contest promised to be a thrilling one. Still, amid the dark clouds over Canberra, India found a bright ray of light — Suryakumar Yadav’s resurgence, a hopeful sign for the games to come.

The first #AUSvIND T20I has been abandoned due to rain.

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— BCCI (@BCCI) October 29, 2025

Team Update:

India’s all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the first three T20Is. He is still recovering from a left quadriceps injury sustained during the second ODI in Adelaide and recently experienced neck spasms, which have affected his mobility. The BCCI Medical Team continues to monitor his progress.

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After the toss:

Mitchell Marsh said, “We’re going to bowl first. It’s a good surface, and Canberra usually offers a great wicket and a beautiful ground. The crowd is going to be fantastic, so I’m looking forward to it. Both teams like to play aggressive cricket. India is the number one-ranked side for a reason, so it’s going to be an exciting contest. With the World Cup approaching, all teams are preparing hard, and we’re keen to test ourselves against the best. As for our team combination, it’s simple—just a mix of batters, bowlers, and all-rounders.”

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said, “We were hoping to bat first because it looks like a good wicket. According to our analysts, there haven’t been many games played here, so the pitch might slow down in the second innings. We arrived three or four days ago to prepare, and despite the cold, it looks like a good day for cricket. Our players understand their roles well and enjoy the game. Picking the XI was a tough decision, but it’s a good problem to have. Some players missing out today include Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, and Nitish Kumar.”

Playing XI:

Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood

India: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah

Here’s a look at #TeamIndia‘s Playing XI ahead of the 1st T20I

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— BCCI (@BCCI) October 29, 2025

India Seek Redemption After ODI Series Defeat

Team India, led by Shubman Gill, will look to bounce back after a disappointing ODI series loss to Australia. The hosts clinched the first two matches by seven and two wickets, respectively, before sealing a nine-wicket win in the final game. With the T20I series beginning, India aim to regain momentum and confidence ahead of the next ICC events.

Pathan’s Top Order: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill Lead the Charge

Pathan picked Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill as openers. Gill, who struggled in the Asia Cup, will hope to find form on Australian pitches. Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav (captain) are slotted at No.3 and No.4, respectively. Both youngsters were standout performers during the Asia Cup 2025, with Abhishek scoring 314 runs at a strike rate of 200 and Tilak contributing 213 runs in six innings.

Middle Order and All-Round Options

Sanju Samson was named as the wicketkeeper-batter, while Axar Patel and Shivam Dube were included as the team’s all-rounders. Pathan emphasized that both can provide balance to the lineup with bat and ball.

Varun Chakaravarthy Over Kuldeep Yadav

With Hardik Pandya sidelined by injury, Pathan opted for a pace-dominated attack comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Harshit Rana. For the lone specialist spinner slot, he chose Varun Chakaravarthy over Kuldeep Yadav, citing the former’s ability to bowl in the powerplay and add a “mystery element” to India’s bowling unit.

Pathan on Team Balance

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Pathan said Harshit Rana’s cameo in the second ODI gave the management confidence in his batting abilities lower down the order.

“If Harshit plays at No.8, India’s order till No.7 looks strong with two all-rounders—Dube and Axar—who can together deliver six overs,” Pathan noted. “Then you can play two frontline pacers in Arshdeep and Jasprit. As for the spinner, I’m leaning toward Chakaravarthy because he can bowl in the powerplay. But if the team management prefers Kuldeep, that’s also not a big issue.”

Irfan Pathan’s Predicted India XI for 1st T20I vs Australia

Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Sanju Samson (WK), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy

India will hope this combination helps them start the T20I series on a winning note against a confident Australian side.

The semifinal between India and Australia will be held on Thursday at the Navi Mumbai ground. This same venue has posed significant weather-related challenges in India’s previous two matches. Against New Zealand, the game had to be shortened, and against Bangladesh, play was halted within minutes due to rain. Weather forecasts predict heavy rain with thunderstorms on Tuesday and Wednesday, with intermittent showers possible even on Thursday.

Indian fans are already anxious. The question on everyone’s mind is: “What happens if the match is completely washed out due to rain?” According to ICC rules, every effort will be made to complete the match on the scheduled day. Matches can be shortened to ensure a result. However, if no ball is bowled on the scheduled day, the match will be played on the reserve day, which is Friday for the semifinals.

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In special situations, if the match starts but rain interrupts play, the remainder of the game will be continued on the reserve day. There is, however, one condition: both teams must have the opportunity to play a minimum of 20 overs. On the reserve day, play may begin much later than originally scheduled if needed.

Even with these safeguards, fear lingers. If rain disrupts play on the reserve day as well, disappointment will be inevitable for Indian fans. In such a scenario, the finalist will be determined based on the points table. Since India is behind Australia on points, Australia would advance to the final.

Past experiences show that the Indian women’s cricket team can perform exceptionally under pressure. Defeating New Zealand to secure a semifinal spot and rallying after defeats prove their resilience. Yet this time, fans are more worried because India’s dream final is threatened by the rain.

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This World Cup semifinal is not just a contest on the field—it is also a battle against the weather. If the Indian team can play patiently and luck favors them, they could still advance to the final. Otherwise, missing the semifinal due to rain would mean a heartbreaking exit from the World Cup for the team and its supporters.

As the shadow of rain looms closer, excitement continues to rise. The India vs Australia semifinal is not just a cricket match—it’s a duel with the elements. Cricket fans now eagerly await Thursday’s reserve day, which will determine the fate of Indian women’s cricket: will they dash to the final, or will their dreams come to an end?

Confidence Amid Poor Form

Speaking to reporters before the Australian tour, Suryakumar addressed questions about his form:

“I believe I’ve been working hard enough — just as I always have. I trained well in India, and I’m putting in the same effort here. Both my body and mind are in good rhythm, and that’s what matters most.”

Suryakumar, known for his explosive stroke play and fearless cricket, has been one of India’s most dangerous T20 batters. Despite his recent slump, he refuses to lose confidence.

“I’m not thinking about runs. The team’s goals come first. I want to play according to the situation and take one game at a time,” said the Indian captain.

Gambhir’s Unwavering Support

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has also backed his skipper. In a recent interview, he said:

“I’m not at all worried about Suryakumar’s form. He’s the kind of player who can turn a match around with a single innings.”

According to Gambhir, consistency is measured differently in T20 cricket — what matters most is intent and the willingness to take risks for the team.

“This Indian side plays fearless cricket. We want every player to express themselves and contribute as the team requires. Suryakumar is doing exactly that,” Gambhir added.

The Numbers Tell a Story

In his last 20 T20 innings, Suryakumar has scored 330 runs. Even though India lifted the Asia Cup, he couldn’t quite rediscover his best form with the bat. However, his performance in the 2025 IPL was spectacular — 717 runs in 16 innings — giving the team management hope that he can regain his rhythm on Australian soil.

Experts believe that Australian pitches suit Suryakumar’s style perfectly. With true bounce and pace on offer, his timing and range of shots could shine once again. His role will be crucial — especially in accelerating the scoring between the middle and death overs.

Confidence Is His Weapon

On the eve of the series, Suryakumar’s self-belief was evident:

“Every match is a new challenge. My job is to play my role and help the team achieve its goals. The runs will come — I just need to stay patient.”

This series is not just important for Team India, but also a personal test for Suryakumar Yadav. A return to form with the bat could make India an even more dangerous side under his leadership. Fans are eagerly waiting for the moment when his bat once again lights up the skies over Canberra.

Speaking to the media, Yadav said, “I think the way he has played his cricket for the last so many years, he has kept himself right on the top, and he knows how to prepare for a good series.” The Indian skipper emphasised that Bumrah’s experience is a key asset for the team, especially in conditions that are vastly different from those in India.

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Bumrah, 31, is widely regarded as India’s pace spearhead across formats, and his record in Australia underlines his success. In T20 Internationals, he has played six matches, claiming eight wickets, while in One-Day Internationals, he has taken six wickets in four games. However, it is in Test cricket where he has truly excelled in Australia. Across 12 Tests, Bumrah has scalped 64 wickets, including four five-wicket hauls, showcasing his ability to adapt and dominate on fast and bouncy tracks.

“He knows how to come and play cricket here. He has been here; he has visited this country the most of all the guys. So all of them have spoken to him. He is very open and very helpful in that,” Yadav added, underlining the pacer’s role not just as a performer but also as a guide for younger players in the squad.

Bumrah’s overall tally in Australia across formats is impressive. He has played 22 matches, picking up 78 wickets. In T20Is against Australia specifically, he has featured in 14 matches, claiming 17 wickets. Such experience is invaluable, especially in a series that demands adaptability and tactical awareness.

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For this tour, Bumrah will feature only in the five-match T20I series, as part of India’s workload management strategy. He was rested for the three-match ODI series, ensuring that he remains fresh and fit for the high-intensity T20 encounters. During his last Test tour of Australia, Bumrah was in sensational form, taking 31 wickets in just six matches, finishing as the top wicket-taker for India with an average of 13.06, a testament to his skill and consistency.

“Yeah, definitely when he takes the ground, starts from tomorrow, it will be a good thing; it’s good to have him in the squad when we play in Australia,” Yadav remarked, expressing confidence in Bumrah’s ability to lead India’s pace attack and mentor other bowlers.

India’s T20I squad for the tour is a blend of youth and experience, with Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Shubman Gill as vice-captain. The squad includes Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, and Washington Sundar. With a mix of established performers and emerging talent, India will look to make a strong impression in Australia.

Bumrah’s presence in the squad not only strengthens the bowling attack but also provides guidance to younger players adapting to foreign conditions. His experience, skill, and calm temperament make him a key figure for India’s ambitions in Australia, a country known for challenging playing conditions.

As India prepares to take on Australia in the T20I series, all eyes will be on Bumrah to deliver match-winning performances and set the tone for the rest of the squad. His knowledge of Australian pitches, coupled with his disciplined bowling, could prove decisive in a tightly contested series.