IND vs AUS 3rd T20 Match at Bellerive Oval: Pitch and Weather Report
Match Overview
Suryakumar Yadav's India faces Mitchell Marsh's Australia in the third T20I of the five-match series at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on Sunday. Australia leads the series 1-0 after winning the second T20I in Melbourne, while the first match in Canberra was abandoned due to rain.
Pitch Conditions at Bellerive Oval
The pitch at Bellerive Oval favors batting overall. Early in the innings, fast bowlers may find some assistance with seam movement. However, as the ball loses its shine, batting conditions improve significantly. Fast bowlers who can generate pace and bounce are expected to benefit from the surface, whereas spinners are likely to have a minimal impact on the match.
Performance in Previous Match
In the second T20I, India’s batting struggled against seamers, with only Abhishek Sharma standing out. The team had difficulty handling the pace and bounce. Defending a modest total of 125 runs, India's bowling attack could not make a significant impact.
Weather Forecast for Hobart
- Maximum temperature: 26°C
- Minimum temperature: 13°C
"The batting aspect of India looked in a bit of pickle in the 2nd T20I when the pitch was conducive for the seamers."
"Fast bowlers who can bend their back will get something out of the surface, but spinners might have a limited role to play."
Summary
Sunday’s match at Bellerive Oval will test India’s batting resilience on a pitch that initially assists seamers but settles into a batting-friendly surface, with mild weather conditions expected throughout.
Author's Note
The pitch and weather at Hobart suggest a dynamic contest, with seamers favored early but batting conditions improving, making it a challenging yet exciting third T20 between India and Australia.