The third T20I between India and Australia will be held at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Sunday. This match is part of the five-game series where hosts Australia lead 1-0 after winning the second T20I in Melbourne. The opening fixture in Canberra was abandoned due to rain.
India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, struggled with the bat in the second T20I. While Abhishek Sharma provided some stability, the rest of the batting lineup faced difficulties handling the seam-friendly surface. With only 125 runs to defend, India’s bowlers had limited opportunities to make an impact.
The Bellerive Oval offers favorable conditions for batting. However, in the early overs, seamers may find movement and bounce that could trouble batters. Once the ball loses its shine, scoring becomes easier. Fast bowlers who hit the deck hard can extract some assistance, but spinners are likely to have a reduced role.
The weather in Hobart is expected to remain pleasant with a maximum temperature of 26°C and a minimum of around 13°C. No significant rainfall is forecast, suggesting minimal risk of interruptions.
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Author’s Summary: India face Australia in Hobart’s third T20I amid steady weather and balanced pitch conditions, favoring batsmen slightly as the game progresses.