Hazlewood and Marsh dominate T20 as Australia beat India at MCG

Hazlewood and Marsh Lead Australia to T20 Victory Over India at MCG

Josh Hazlewood produced a deadly bowling spell that helped Australia secure a convincing four-wicket win against India in front of 82,438 spectators at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). After bowling India out for 125 in 18.4 overs, Australia comfortably chased the target, finishing at 6-126 within 13.2 overs, leaving 40 balls unused.

Series Context and Match Details

This win gives Australia a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20 international series. The opening match, scheduled in Canberra, was washed out on Wednesday night. Australia dominated in Melbourne with a strong display.

Bowling and Batting Highlights

Captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and chose to bowl first, immediately putting pressure on Indian batsmen. Hazlewood’s lethal bowling silenced the predominantly Indian crowd from the start.

Memorable Moments

Mitch Marsh smashed one of the biggest sixes at the MCG, sending Harshit Rana’s delivery to the second level of the Olympic Stand.

He hit four sixes in the innings before being caught at long off trying for another big shot when Australia was 39 runs from victory.

Final Stages of the Match

Following Marsh’s dismissal, Australia lost four wickets for 39 runs, including a tight moment where Jasprit Bumrah came close to a hat-trick. Despite this, Australia remained in control and never faced a real threat of defeat.

Author’s summary: Josh Hazlewood’s fierce bowling and Mitch Marsh’s powerful hitting powered Australia to a commanding T20 win over India at the MCG, securing a 1-0 series lead.

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Australian Broadcasting Corporation Australian Broadcasting Corporation — 2025-10-31

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