The second game of this five-match T20I series sees Australia vs India at the Bellerive Oval, Hobart. Australia are chasing a 2-0 lead after a commanding four-wicket win in Melbourne, while India arrive wounded but dangerous, having lost just once in their last 10 T20Is. Their head-to-head trend favours India slightly, though home conditions give Australia an edge.
Match Preview
Australia delivered a clinical display in their last outing, chasing down a target with ease under captain Mitchell Marsh’s 46 off 26. The new aggressive approach under coach Andrew McDonald has yielded 10 wins in their last 11 T20Is. India, the reigning world T20 champions, have been consistent and enter this clash determined to bounce back. This match is very much “Australia vs India who will win?” and sets up a compelling “Australia vs India betting preview.”
Team Form & Recent Results
- Australia (last 5): W W W W – — Scoring ~180+ when batting first, chasing below ~140 on average.
- India (last 5): W W W W L — Strong batting depth, bowling remains their traditional strength.
Australia’s new attacking blueprint is bearing fruit. India remain steady but will need more urgency here.
Head-to-Head Record
In their recent T20I battles:
- India have won 4 of the last 6 matches.
- Australia have won 2.
The trend tilts toward India in the rivalry, though Australia’s home firepower matters.
Lineups, Injuries & Suspensions
Australia (predicted XI): Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Matthew Short, Tim David, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Sean Abbott.
Unavailable: Josh Hazlewood rested for the series.
India (predicted XI): Suryakumar Yadav (c), Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Harshit Rana, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy.
No major returns confirmed—both sides near full strength.
Tactical Analysis & Key Players
Australia will continue their possession-based batting with a boundary-first mindset. They’ll press hard from the power-play with their bowlers and aim to chase fast. India will lean on a transition-based game, looking to exploit spin and variational bowling in the middle overs.
Key battles: Head vs India’s new ball pair; Bumrah’s rhythm vs Australia’s top order; Maxwell’s acceleration vs India’s slower overs.
Expected possession split: Australia ~55-60%; India ~45-50%.
xG in the last game: Australia ~1.85; India ~1.45.
Odds, Markets & Betting Tips
Estimated market:
- Australia win ~1.70
- India win ~2.10
Suggested markets: - Over 18.5 games ~1.90 — both teams favour high-scoring T20s.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): YES ~1.80 — strong batting on both sides.
Best bets: - Australia to Win — home edge, momentum, squad depth.
- Over 18.5 Games — expect runs and fireworks.
Where to Watch & Kick-off Time
Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Kick-off: Sunday, 2 November 2025 – 19:30 AEDT / 08:30 GMT
Streaming: Available via Cricket Australia live platform and local broadcasters.
Prediction: Australia vs India, T20I Series
Australia’s home momentum and bold tactical switch give them a slight edge. India remain formidable but may struggle to close this out away from home.
Final Prediction: Australia 3–2 India
Best Bet: Australia to Win
Alternative Value: Over 18.5 Games
