Sydney, October 25, 2025 — India made a strong start in the third and final ODI of the India tour of Australia 2025, reaching 69/1 in 10.2 overs while chasing Australia’s total of 236.
The match is being played at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), with India aiming to end the series on a high after losing the first two ODIs.
Rohit Sharma Leads the Charge in Powerplay
Indian captain Rohit Sharma looked in prime form, scoring 32 runs off 36 balls with six boundaries. His aggressive intent helped India dominate the early overs, especially against Nathan Ellis, who conceded 20 runs in just 2 overs.
Shubman Gill, opening alongside Rohit, contributed a steady 24 off 25 balls, including a six and two fours. The duo stitched a fluent 69-run partnership off 61 balls, keeping the required run rate well under control.
Australia’s Innings: Marsh Anchors, Indian Bowlers Strike
Earlier, Australia posted 236 runs in 46.4 overs after winning the toss and opting to bat. Despite a solid start from Mitchell Marsh, the Indian bowlers—led by Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Prasidh Krishna—kept the scoring in check with disciplined line and length.
The pitch at SCG offered good bounce, but India’s bowlers used variations and field placements effectively to prevent any major partnerships.
Match Situation & What’s Next
India now needs 168 more runs with nine wickets in hand. The current run rate is 6.79, while the required rate is just 4.22, giving India a comfortable cushion. With a deep batting lineup featuring Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul, the chase looks well within reach.
Stay tuned for more updates, live score commentary, and post-match highlights from the India vs Australia 3rd ODI 2025.
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