Tim David Blazing Knock Powers Australia to 186 Against India

A Night of Ferocity and Flair in the Third T20I

Tim David unleashed a storm with the bat, smashing a blistering 74 runs off just 38 balls, as Australia amassed 186 for six in the third T20 International on Sunday. His power-packed display, complemented by Marcus Stoinis’s composed 64 off 39 deliveries, helped Australia recover from early jolts to post a formidable total against India.

India’s Bright Start in Chilly Conditions

Choosing to bowl first under cool, swinging conditions, India began on a high note. The returning Arshdeep Singh, India’s leading wicket-taker in T20s, produced a fiery two-over spell that left Australia struggling at 14 for two. Arshdeep’s early breakthroughs came in the form of Travis Head and Josh Inglis, both removed with precision and pace.

Tim David’s Brutal Counterattack

Australia’s shaky start was quickly overturned by the sheer power of Tim David, who launched an assault that left the Indian bowlers stunned. His innings was a masterclass in aggressive stroke play — four of his five sixes came straight down the ground, while another was a crisp strike over cover off Axar Patel.
Even premier bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakravarthy were not spared, as David continued to dominate the middle overs. A moment of fortune came his way when Washington Sundar dropped a straightforward catch at point off Bumrah, allowing David to carry on his destruction.

Stoinis Steadies and Strengthens the Innings

After David’s dismissal, Marcus Stoinis took over the reins. Mixing aggression with smart shot selection, he ensured Australia’s momentum didn’t falter. His partnership with the middle order was crucial in helping the hosts breach the 180-run mark, particularly when they targeted India’s less-experienced fifth-bowling options.

India’s Bowling Struggles and Missed Opportunities

India missed the services of Hardik Pandya, whose absence left a gap in both batting and bowling balance. Shivam Dube had a tough outing, conceding heavily to both David and Stoinis. Washington Sundar was underutilized, while Abhishek Sharma bowled just one over for 13 runs, reflecting India’s cautious approach due to the lack of left-handers in the opposition lineup.

Chakravarthy’s Magic and India’s Death-Bowling Efforts

Despite the onslaught, Varun Chakravarthy delivered a moment of brilliance, dismissing Mitchell Marsh and Mitchell Owen in consecutive deliveries. The ball that dismissed Owen was a standout — a beautifully drifting delivery that gripped the surface and rattled the stumps.
At the death, Arshdeep Singh and Bumrah managed to restrict Australia below the 200-run mark with tight overs. Yet, by then, the damage inflicted by David and Stoinis had already tilted the contest heavily in the hosts’ favor.

Playing XIs

Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Matt Short, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Sean Abbott, Matt Kuhnemann.
India: Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah.

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