The 2nd ODI of the 2018–19 series in Adelaide on January 15, 2019 remains a historic win for the Indian team AustraliaThis exciting match was witnessed India Successfully chased down a tough target of 299 runs with only four balls remaining, eventually winning by six wickets and leveling the three-match series. The win was testament to the team’s resilience and star power, featuring a brilliant century and a composed closing effort from two stalwarts of the game. Now, as India prepares to face Australia again at the same venue after 6 years, the experience and familiar circumstances of this historic win have become important for the current players who were part of that victorious team.
Members of India’s current ODI squad from the previous win against Australia in Adelaide
1. Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma Provided a solid foundation at the top of the order, scoring 43 runs off 52 balls to set the stage for the rest of the target chase. His innings, which included two fours and two sky-scraping sixes, was crucial in bearing the pressure of a big target early on. He ensured that India’s scoring rate remained competitive during the early powerplays Shikhar DhawanContributed to an important opening partnership of 47 runs. Although he could not convert his starts into big scores, his consistency was crucial in neutralizing Australia’s new-ball bowlers, allowing the middle-order to operate under less stress. His early efforts were crucial in allowing the middle-order batsmen to play their natural game against a quality Australian bowling attack.
2. Virat Kohli
As captain, Virat Kohli Played a brilliant, match-winning innings, scoring a brilliant 104 runs off 112 balls and earning the Player of the Match award. His 39th ODI century was a masterclass in the chase, comprising five fours and two sixes, which ensured that the innings never lost momentum despite the continuous fall of wickets around them. Kohli managed the target efficiently, building important partnerships, notably a match-defining 82-run stand. ms dhoniHe displayed tremendous composure and timing and rotated the strike effectively while punishing loose balls. This excellent performance not only led India to a crucial win but also showed Australia’s dominance in the ODI run chase as they leveled the three-match series 1-1.
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3.Kuldeep Yadav
left arm wrist spinner -Kuldeep Yadav Joined the bowling attack and played the role of a controlled bowler during the Australian innings. He bowled his entire 10 overs and took 0 wickets for 66 runs. On a pitch known to favor batsmen and with Australia set to a challenging total of 298, their performance was a respectable effort, keeping the run flow under control in the middle overs. Although he had no success on the day, his ability to maintain an economy rate of 6.6 per over was essential, as he prevented the Australian batsmen from fully revealing themselves. They maintained the pressure, which the seamers later took advantage of at the end of the innings.
4. Mohammad Siraj
The second ODI in Adelaide proved to be an important milestone Mohammad Siraj Made his ODI debut for the Indian team. He had a tough day at the office, bowling 10 overs and conceding 76 runs without taking any wickets. Facing a strong Australian batting lineup in prime batting conditions proved to be a stern test for the young fast bowler who was learning the ins and outs of international cricket. Despite the expensive figures, the experience he gained on challenging pitches against top international batsmen was invaluable to his development. His debut, although not spectacular in terms of statistics, was a sign of the team management looking towards the future.
Note: KL Rahul was a member of the Indian ODI team during the 2018–19 tour of Australia. However, he did not get a chance to be included in the playing eleven for the second ODI in Adelaide. Despite being present with the team, he had to wait for his chance, watching the thrilling victory from the sidelines.
AUS vs IND: Three-match ODI series going on so far
The ongoing three-match ODI series between India and Australia began with a shock for the home team in the first ODI in Perth on October 19. Australia won the rain-affected match by seven wickets via DLS method. Due to frequent interruptions the game was reduced to 26 overs per side, creating a challenging environment for both teams.
India struggled initially due to the captain batting first as well as the returning duo of Rohit and Kohli. Shubman GillGot out cheaply. Indian innings was handled by a crucial inning of 38 runs. KL RahulWhich helped them post a score of 136/9. The revised target for Australia was 131 runs, which they achieved comfortably under the leadership of captain Michelle MarshThe victory was confirmed in the 22nd over by scoring an unbeaten 46 runs. This early defeat has put India under pressure, requiring them to win the second ODI at the Adelaide Oval on October 23 to keep the series alive.
Also read: AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma’s ODI record at Adelaide Oval
