India is all set to take on the Australia in Match 3 of the 5 T20Is Series on Tuesday, November 28 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Both the teams have a star-studded squad that can change the course of the game with their abilities. India is the favourite to win this encounter against Australia.
India and Australia have a fierce rivalry in the format. Both teams have played 27 T20I matches, with India winning 16 games and Australia winning 10 games so far in the head to head encounters. In this article, we will take a look at the key player battles to watch out for in the match 3 of the 5 T20Is series between India and Australia.
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Here are three player battles to watch out for during IND vs AUS 3rd T20I match:
1) Suryakumar Yadav vs Tanveer Sangha
Suryakumar Yadav showcased his captaincy skills in the first and secondT20I, leading India to a thrilling victory. His dynamic 80 runs off 42 balls turned the game in India’s favor. However, he faces a challenge in Australian spinner Tanveer Sangha, who picked up two crucial wickets in the series opener. Sangha’s leg-spin will be crucial in restricting Suryakumar’s aggressive batting.
2) Rinku Singh vs Sean Abbott
Rinku Singh, known for his finishing abilities, played a key role in India’s win with a quick 22 off 14 balls in the first T20I and an explosive 31 off 9 balls in the second. Sean Abbott, the Australian pacer, will aim to contain Singh’s aggressive approach. Abbott, who went wicket-less in the previous game, will be eager to make an impact with his bowling skills against the Indian finisher.
3) Steve Smith vs Arshdeep Singh
In the absence of David Warner, Steve Smith took charge of Australia’s opening innings, providing stability with composed knocks. Arshdeep Singh, the Indian pacer, will have the task of controlling Smith’s impact in the powerplay and maintaining a tight run-rate. The duel between Smith and Arshdeep could significantly influence the match’s early momentum.