Hazlewood and Marsh Lead Australia to T20 Victory Over India at MCG
Josh Hazlewood delivered a devastating bowling spell, guiding Australia to a convincing four-wicket win against India in front of 82,438 spectators at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Australia dismissed India for 125 runs in 18.4 overs and chased the target with 40 balls to spare, finishing at 6-126 in 13.2 overs.
Series Standings and Match Context
This win puts Australia 1-0 ahead in the five-match international series after the opening game in Canberra was washed out. The Melbourne crowd was largely composed of Indian supporters, but Hazlewood's early breakthroughs ensured Australia's dominance.
Captain Mitch Marsh’s Impact
Following India's innings, captain Mitch Marsh scored 46 runs while opener Travis Head contributed 28. They pursued the target aggressively, aiming to finish the game quickly.
Marsh smashed one of the biggest sixes ever at the MCG, launching Harshit Rana's delivery into the Olympic Stand's second tier.
Despite hitting four sixes, Marsh’s bold approach ended when he was caught at long off with Australia still 39 runs from victory. After his dismissal, Australia lost four wickets for 39 runs, including a scare from Jasprit Bumrah who nearly completed a hat-trick. Nevertheless, Australia maintained control and sealed the win comfortably.
Match Highlights
- India all out for 125 in 18.4 overs
- Australia reached 6-126 in 13.2 overs
- Hazlewood’s lethal bowling spell set the tone
- Marsh’s powerful batting, including multiple sixes
- Australia leads the series 1-0 after the opening match was washed out
Summary: Josh Hazlewood’s bowling and Mitch Marsh’s aggressive batting secured a dominant early-series victory for Australia against India at the MCG.