The stage is set for an electrifying cricket encounter as India prepares to host Australia in the third T20I of the Australia tour of India, five T20I Series 2023. The match is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, November 28, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, India, promptly commencing at 7:00 PM IST.
India heads into this gripping contest with confidence, holding a 2-0 lead in the series after two stunning performances. They successfully chased a monumental target surpassing the 200-run mark in the epic first T20I, followed by a commendable effort to defend an impressive total of 235/4 in the second match. Having demonstrated their ability to excel both in the run chase and while setting totals, the Men in Blue are poise to clinch the series with a victory in the upcoming third T20I.
On the other side of the pitch, the visitors, led by Matthew Wade, are in a critical situation as they seek to revive their campaign. Despite boasting a formidable lineup, Australia has fallen short in the series thus far. Facing a potential series defeat, the Australian squad has to muster all their skill and determination for a breakthrough to keep their hopes alive in the five-match series.
The pitch at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium has played differently in recent times, with the average first innings score over the last 10 matches being a modest 118. This could imply a challenging surface where bowlers might have an upper hand, and batters will need to apply themselves diligently.
Weather conditions are expected to impact the game, as the temperature is forecast to hover around 27 degrees Celsius, paired with a humidity level of 51 percent. These conditions could influence the playing conditions significantly, particularly as the game progresses.
Fantasy cricket enthusiasts are eagerly analyzing the player form to assemble their dream teams. For the upcoming match, some top picks for captain and vice-captain choices include:
Ishan Kishan has been formidable with the bat, amassing 110 runs in just two matches, with an average of 55 and a striking strike rate of 154.93. His prowess has been evident with two half-centuries and a top score of 58.
Josh Inglis has been the standout performer for Australia, piling up 112 runs in the series with an average of 56 and a staggering strike rate of 207.41, which includes a scintillating century.
From the bowling department, Ravi Bishnoi of India has claimed four wickets with his best series figures of 3/32, while Nathan Ellis from the Australian camp has taken three wickets at an average of 29.66, with his best being 3/45.
The fantasy XI team for this tantalizing contest could look something like this: Wicket-keepers Ishan Kishan and Josh Inglis, batters Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryakumar Yadav, Rinku Singh, all-rounders Axar Patel, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and bowlers Prasidh Krishna, Nathan Ellis, and Ravi Bishnoi, with Ishan Kishan as captain and Josh Inglis as vice-captain.
In the head-to-head T20I record, India and Australia have locked horns on 28 occasions. India has secured 17 victories, while Australia has 10 wins, alongside a no-result game. Looking at the most recent five T20I encounters, India has triumphed four times to Australia’s single victory. The team batting first and the team chasing have had mixed results, each enjoying victories as well as defeats, indicating that the outcome could tilt in either direction based on the execution on match day.
As fans and players gear up for the latest chapter in this riveting cricket saga, the odds favor India to further their winning streak and solidify their domination in the series, based on recent performances and consistency. Spectators can follow live updates, listen to the latest songs exclusively on JioSaavn.com, and keep a close eye on the World Cup 2023 Updates and schedules. With the series at stake, both teams will be at the helm, adding to the ever-growing excitement of international cricket.