Hazlewood and Marsh dominate T20 as Australia beat India at MCG

Josh Hazlewood delivered a powerful bowling display, leading Australia to a decisive four-wicket Twenty20 victory over India before a crowd of 82,438 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. India was bowled out for 125 in 18.4 overs, and Australia swiftly reached the target at 6-126 in just 13.2 overs, with 40 balls remaining.

Australia Takes Series Lead

This win gave Australia a 1-0 advantage in the five-match series after the first game in Canberra was abandoned due to rain. Captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and chose to bowl first, a decision that paid off immediately as Hazlewood dismantled India’s top order, quieting the mainly Indian crowd.

Marsh and Head Seal the Chase

Opening pair Mitch Marsh (46) and Travis Head (28) set a blazing pace toward victory. Marsh, continuing his strong white-ball form, struck four towering sixes, including one that reached the second tier of the Olympic Stand off Harshit Rana.

Final Moments of the Match

After Marsh’s dismissal with 39 runs remaining, Australia lost a quick 4-39, including a tense moment when Jasprit Bumrah almost secured a hat-trick. Still, the hosts remained firmly in control and secured a comfortable win.

“Hazlewood silenced them from the beginning after captain Mitch Marsh won another toss and elected to bowl first.”

Author's Summary

Australia outclassed India in Melbourne as Hazlewood’s fierce bowling and Marsh’s relentless batting propelled the hosts to a dominant T20 victory, taking the lead in the series.

Australian Broadcasting Corporation — 2025-10-31