Young India's quest for a 2-0 lead in the series
| Date | November 26, 2023 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Format | T20i |
| Series | Australia tour of India, 2023 |
Betting Odds
Our Predictions
- Suryakumar Yadav has odds of 3.82 to be the best batsman for India.
- Travis Head has odds of 3.60 to be Australia's best batsman.
- Arshdeep Singh has odds of 3.57 to be India's best bowler.
- Nathan Ellis has odds of 3.89 to be Australia's best bowler.
MATCH PREVIEW
It is the second game in the five-match T20 series where hosts India will look to extend their lead. The series has had an exciting start, with the Indians winning the match by two wickets. While the Indian fans are still overcoming the loss in the final against the Aussies in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final, this win has come as a welcome breather. The Indians had two of their best batsmen do well, and this helped them win the game against what most cricket betting tips had suggested. The Australians have a strong team and will look to bounce back in what promises to be an exciting game.
India Preview
Suryakumar Yadav led from the front to take his side to a victory in the first game. Yadav, who faced much criticism for his performance in the World Cup final, was at his best in the format he loves and is a favorite on cricket betting apps. He will look to build on this momentum and gain a 2-0 lead in the series. The Indian skipper would like a better show from his bowlers as they struggled in the last game.
Ruturaj Gaikwad went for a duck in the last game and will look to put up a big partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal. Ishan Kishan played a vital knock under pressure, and he will look to do well in the middle order with last game's matchwinners Yadav and Tilak Varma. Rinku Singh is an excellent finisher and adds depth to the batting line-up with Axar Patel.
The bowling attack struggled in the last game, and they must come up with a better show. Early wickets will be crucial, and the team will expect a good performance from Prasidh Krishna and Arshdeep Singh. Axar Patel bowled well and must do well in the middle overs with Ravi Bishnoi. Mukesh Kumar must do well as the fifth bowler, as the Indian attack lacks depth.
Expected Starting XI for India
Suryakumar Yadav (c), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar, Prasidh Krishna
Australia Preview
Matthew Wade would feel let down by his bowlers. They batted brilliantly to post an imposing total of 208 in the last game and had two early wickets. But from there on, the bowlers let the match slip away. Their odds have fallen but they are a champion side, and the Australian skipper would expect his side to make a strong comeback and level the series.
Steven Smith played well in the last game and will look to deliver a good start with Travis Head, who will make it to the team ahead of Matthew Short. Josh Inglis hit a brilliant hundred and will look to add runs in the middle order with Marcus Stoinis and Tim David. Aaron Hardie, Wade, and Sean Abbott add to the side's batting firepower, making it strong.
The Australian bowling team did poorly, other than Jason Behrendorff. He must pick early wickets with Marcus Stoinis and put the Indians on the back foot. Matthew Short, Nathan Ellis, and Abbott fared poorly and must improve their line. Tanveer Sangha must use the conditions to do well.
Expected Starting XI for Australia
Matthew Wade (c & wk), Travis Head, Steven Smith, Josh Inglis, Aaron Hardie, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Jason Behrendorff, Tanveer Sangha
TOSS: To Bowl First
Chasing scores is always an advantage in this format. We saw that in the last game, as the dew factor made it difficult to bowl in the second half. The side winning the toss shall have no hesitation in bowling first.
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
We expect overcast skies over Thiruvananthapuram. It will make batting a big challenge on this wicket. Fast bowlers can move the ball under the heavy weather. Batsmen have to pick and choose their shots to do well. The side batting first will be happy to have 180 runs on the board under these conditions.
OUR PREDICTION
Australians will be under pressure after losing the last game. The bowling attack failed to judge the conditions and execute their plans. It is a big problem for the side against this young and flamboyant Indian batting line-up. The Indians have momentum on their side and key batters in good form. While we expect it to be a close game, the Indians have a slight edge.
Our Prediction is for India to win
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