Hobart Weather Forecast
Will Rain Affect the 3rd India vs Australia T20I at Bellerive Oval?
After rain disrupted the first T20I in Canberra, there are concerns about rain affecting the ongoing India vs Australia T20I series. The third match is scheduled for Sunday, 2 November, at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart.
Series Overview
India continues to chase Australia’s lead in the white-ball tour Down Under. Following a strong batting performance in the Canberra opener, which was cut short by relentless rain, India suffered a major setback at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Melbourne Match Recap
In the second T20I, India’s batting lineup collapsed and were bowled out for just 125 runs. Notable exceptions were Abhishek Sharma, who scored an impactful 68, and Harshit Rana with a surprising 35-run contribution. Without their efforts, India might have failed to cross 100 runs.
Australia capitalized on the powerplay with a dominant opening partnership between captain Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head, paving the way for a straightforward chase despite India's spirited bowling efforts later on.
Upcoming Match Importance
The teams will compete again on Sunday at Hobart’s Bellerive Oval. For India, a loss would not immediately end series hopes, but a win is essential to stay in contention.
"It’s not quite a must-win situation yet for Suryakumar Yadav and company given a second consecutive defeat will not necessarily translate to another series loss. The Men in Blue, however, will need to win this contest if they are to keep their chances of winning the series alive."
Summary
Rain remains a concern for Hobart’s crucial third T20I, with India needing a win to remain competitive in the series after a heavy defeat in Melbourne.
Author’s summary: The upcoming Hobart match is pivotal for India’s series hopes, with weather uncertainty adding pressure to their quest to avoid consecutive losses.