India and Australia clashed in the second men's One-Day International at the Adelaide Oval under bright sunshine. After winning the toss, India's batting lineup aimed to set a competitive score, but they faced challenges in building momentum.
Rohit Sharma provided a steady start, scoring 73 runs off 97 balls, showcasing glimpses of his vintage form. Shreyas Iyer contributed a valuable 61 runs, and Axar Patel added a quickfire 44 to bolster the middle order. However, Virat Kohli's struggles continued as he recorded his second duck in consecutive innings, falling victim to Xavier Bartlett's impressive bowling performance (3-39).
Australia's bowlers maintained tight control, with Josh Hazlewood proving economical despite going wicketless (0-29). Adam Zampa emerged as the key wicket-taker, claiming 4 crucial wickets for 60 runs, disrupting India's progress in the middle and lower order.
India eventually reached 264-9 in their allotted overs, providing their bowlers with a target to defend. The Australian batting lineup, featuring in-form players like Mitch Marsh and Travis Head, will be eager to capitalize on the batting-friendly conditions at the Adelaide Oval. The stage is set for an exciting chase as Australia looks to secure victory.
Key Moments
- Rohit Sharma's steady innings of 73 runs.
- Shreyas Iyer's valuable contribution of 61 runs.
- Adam Zampa's 4-wicket haul for Australia.
- Virat Kohli's continued struggles with another duck.