⛈️India vs Australia 1st T20 Highlights: Match Abandoned Due to Rain in Canberra

India vs Australia 1st T20 Highlights (29 Oct 2025)

India scored 97/1 in 9.4 overs before rain stopped play. Shubman Gill (37* off 20) and Suryakumar Yadav (39* off 24) led India’s attack, while Nathan Ellis (1.4 overs, 25 runs, 1 wicket) dismissed Abhishek Sharma. Match abandoned due to rain at Canberra.

• 🗓️ Match Date: 29 October 2025
• 🏟️ Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra
• 🏆 Series: India Tour of Australia 2025

🌧️ Full Match Highlights – India vs Australia 1st T20 (29 Oct 2025)

The opening T20 between India and Australia at Manuka Oval, Canberra, ended without a result as rain played spoilsport. However, before the downpour, Indian batters entertained fans with fearless stroke play.

🇮🇳 India’s Innings – Gill and Surya Dominate

India got off to a strong start thanks to Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill.

Abhishek looked aggressive, hitting 4 fours in his 19 (14) before falling to Nathan Ellis, caught by Tim David.

After that, captain Suryakumar Yadav joined Gill and the pair completely took charge of the Australian attack.

Shubman Gill – 37* (20) with 4 fours and 1 six at a strike rate of 185.00

Suryakumar Yadav (C) – 39* (24) with 3 fours and 2 sixes at a strike rate of 162.50

The duo added an unbeaten 78-run stand for the second wicket as India reached 97/1 in 9.4 overs before rain stopped play.

☁️ Rain Spoils the Fun

Just as India looked set for a huge total, heavy rain arrived and the match was eventually abandoned. The outfield became too wet for play to resume, resulting in a No Result.

⚡ Key Performances       

• Shubham gill 37*(20)  four 4 and 1 six with srike rate 185.00
• Surya Kumar Yadav 39* (24) 3 four and 2 six with srike rate 162.50
• Abhishek Sharma 19 (14) fours 4 and six zero with srike rate 135.71
• Nathan Ellis 1 over 25 runs and 1 wickt Economy 14.50 Abhishek Sharma (c by Tim David Nathan Elis)

📊 Match Summary

• India: 97/1 (9.4 overs)
• Australia: Yet to bat
• Result: Match Abandoned (No Result)
• Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra
• Player to Watch: Suryakumar Yadav for his

🔍 Match Analysis

Despite the rain, India showed a positive mindset with aggressive batting. Gill looked in superb touch timing the ball beautifully, while Suryakumar Yadav continued his T20 form with clean hitting and clever placement.

Abhishek Sharma’s short stay showed promise, and Nathan Ellis remained Australia’s lone successful bowler.

The series is now set up beautifully, and fans will be hoping for a full game in the next match.

🗓️ Next Match

📅 2nd T20: 31 October 2025

📍 Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney

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