On a day when the spotlight was rightfully on the India Women’s team chasing long-awaited glory in the ODI World Cup final against South Africa, the men’s side quietly staged a strong comeback of their own, edging Australia by five wickets in the 3rd T20I at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart on November 2. The victory helped Suryakumar Yadav’s men level the five-match series 1-1 and keep it very much alive.

After the heavy defeat in Melbourne, this was always going to be a test of character for India. Having finally broken their toss curse, things started well. Arshdeep Singh, recalled after missing the first two games, made an immediate impact by removing Travis Head in his first over and Josh Inglis in his second.

AUS vs IND, 3rd T20I: Highlights

Australia, however, found momentum through

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