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AUS vs IND statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of 2nd T20I

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AUS vs IND 2nd T20I preview [Source: @BCCI/x.com]AUS vs IND 2nd T20I preview [Source: @BCCI/x.com]

After rain spoiled the series opener in Canberra, Australia will take on India in the second T20I of the five-match series on Friday, October 31 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne. The high-voltage clash is set to begin at 1:45 PM IST.

Australia

Australia’s campaign got off to a frustrating start as the opening T20I was washed out midway. After opting to bowl first, they conceded 97/1 in 9.4 overs before rain interrupted play. Josh Hazlewood and Xavier Bartlett shared the new ball but went wicketless, while Nathan Ellis picked one at the cost of runs. Marcus Stoinis and Matthew Kuhnemann also proved expensive.

With the bat, Australia will rely on captain Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, Josh Inglis and Tim David to fire up the top order while Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, and Josh Philippe strengthen the lower order. The Aussies will look to bounce back and take a 1-0 lead in front of a packed MCG crowd.

India

India began the series on a high note before rain ruined their momentum. Abhishek Sharma provided a quick start with 19 off 14 balls while Shubman Gill (37*) and captain Suryakumar Yadav (39*) kept the scoring rate brisk before the downpour ended play. With the likes of Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, and Shivam Dube, India boasts enviable batting depth.

On the bowling front, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Axar Patel and Harshit Rana form a lethal attack that can trouble any lineup. The Men in Blue will look to carry their strong start into Melbourne and go 1-0 up in the series.

AUS vs IND head-to-head overview in T20Is

Australia and India have faced each other in 33 T20Is. India hold a clear advantage with 20 wins, while Australia have managed 11 victories. Two matches have ended in no result.

Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch report

The MCG surface offers a fair contest between bat and ball. The drop-in pitch provides consistent bounce and good pace, favouring fast bowlers who can hit the deck hard. Spinners may find limited assistance early on but can come into play as the game progresses. The pitch tends to get better for batting as the game progresses, which makes chasing an attractive option. Expect the captain winning the toss to bowl first and exploit the early conditions.

Australia and India's probable playing XI

Australia

Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Tim David, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe (wk), Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann

India

Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah

Top run scorers in AUS vs IND T20Is

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Suryakumar Yadav: 329 Runs

Indian captain, Suryakumar Yadav has smashed 329 runs in 10 T20Is against Australia at 36.55 average and 171.35 strike rate, including two fifties and a top score of 80. His ability to dominate attacks makes him India’s biggest weapon.

Travis Head: 255 Runs

 The explosive left-hander has scored 255 runs in nine T20I matches against India at 36.42 average and 150.88 strike rate, with one fifty and a highest score of 76. Known for his fearless approach, Head can take the game away in the powerplay.

Tim David: 181 Runs

The hard-hitting finisher has scored 181 runs in 10 matches at 22.62 average and 141.40 strike rate with one fifty. His brute power in the death overs adds crucial firepower to Australia’s lower order.

Top wicket-takers in AUS vs IND T20Is

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Jasprit Bumrah: 17 Wickets

India’s pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah has taken 17 wickets in 15 T20Is against Australia at 23.76 average with best figures of 3/16. His accuracy and death-over mastery make him indispensable.

Axar Patel: 15 Wickets

The left-arm spinner has claimed 15 wickets in 10 matches against the Aussies at a remarkable 13.86 average and 6.30 economy with best figures of 3/16. His control and variation make him a vital middle-overs option.

Nathan Ellis: 8 Wickets

The right-arm seamer has picked 8 wickets in six T20Is against India at 27.75 average and 10.24 economy with a best of 3/30. His deceptive slower balls can be effective on Melbourne’s surface.

AUS vs IND key stats

Australia's key records

  • Australia have played 15 T20Is at the MCG, winning nine, losing five, with one no result.
  • Mitchell Marsh has scored 367 runs in 12 T20Is in 2025 at 40.77 average and 164.57 strike rate with one hundred and two fifties.
  • Tim David has 306 runs in 10 T20Is this year at 61.20 average and 202.64 strike rate with one hundred and two fifties.
  • Ben Dwarshuis is Australia’s leading wicket-taker in 2025 with 15 wickets in eight matches at 8.96 economy.
  • Mitchell Marsh vs Axar Patel in T20Is: 12 runs, 6 balls, 0 dismissals
  • Nathan Ellis vs Abhishek Sharma in T20Is: 0 runs, 1 balll, 1 dismissal
  • Josh Inglis vs Arshdeep Singh in T20Is: 21 runs, 7 balls, 0 dismissals

India's key records

  • India have played six T20Is at the MCG, winning four, losing one, with one no result.
  • India have played 19 T20Is in Australia overall, winning 11 and losing six, with two no results.
  • Abhishek Sharma, the world’s No. 1 T20I batter, has scored 612 runs in 13 T20Is in 2025 at 47.07 average and 205.36 strike rate with one hundred and four fifties.
  • Tilak Varma has scored 346 runs in 13 T20Is at 57.66 average and 131.55 strike rate with two fifties.
  • Varun Chakravarthy is India’s leading wicket-taker in 2025 with 21 wickets in 12 T20Is at 7.02 economy.
  • Kuldeep Yadav has 17 wickets in eight T20Is this year at 6.27 economy.
  • Suryakumar Yadav vs Josh Hazlewood in T20Is: 25 runs, 13 balls, 1 dismissal
  • Jasprit Bumrah vs Travis Head in T20Is: 25 runs; 17 balls; 1 dismissal
  • Kuldeep Yadav vs Marcus Stoinis in T20Is: 10 runs; 8 balls; 0 dismissals

Records that can be broken in AUS vs IND 2nd T20I

  • Mitchell Marsh is four runs away from completing 2000 T20I runs.
  • Tim David needs 51 runs to reach 1000 T20I runs.
  • Josh Hazlewood (76) needs four wickets to surpass Mitchell Starc (79) and become Australia’s second-highest wicket-taker in T20Is, behind Adam Zampa.
  • Marcus Stoinis requires four wickets to reach 50 T20I wickets.
  • Suryakumar Yadav needs four fours to complete 250 T20I boundaries.
  • Sanju Samson needs seven runs to complete 1000 T20I runs.
  • Tilak Varma needs 38 runs to reach 1000 T20I runs in his career.
  • Axar Patel requires five fours to complete 50 T20I fours.
  • Jasprit Bumrah needs three wickets to become India’s second-highest wicket-taker in T20Is and four to reach 100 career wickets.
  • Bumrah is also five wickets shy of equalling Arshdeep Singh’s tally (101) to become India’s all-time leading wicket-taker in T20Is.