India beat Australia by 5 wickets in the 3rd T20I 2025 at Ninja Stadium. Arshdeep Singh took 3 wickets in his comeback match, while Washington Sundar’s unbeaten 49* guided India to victory.
- Date: November 2, 2025
- Venue: Ninja Stadium,australia
- Series: India Tour of Australia 2025 – 3rd T20I
- Result: India won by 5 wickets (with 9 balls remaining)
India Bounce Back in Style at Ninja Stadium
Team India made a strong comeback in the 3rd T20I at Ninja Stadium, defeating Australia by 5 wickets in a thrilling contest. After losing earlier games, this win brought India back into the series with confidence and energy.
Australia posted a good total of 186/6, thanks to big-hitting from Tim David and Marcus Stoinis. But India chased down the target in just 18.3 overs, with Washington Sundar playing a brilliant unbeaten knock of 49 runs off 23 balls and Arshdeep Singh taking 3 wickets in his comeback match.
First Innings: Tim David and Stoinis Power Australia to 186/6
Australia won the toss and chose to bat first at Ninja Stadium. The pitch had good bounce and pace, and it looked perfect for stroke play.
Early Wickets for India
India struck early when Arshdeep Singh dismissed Travis Head for just 6 runs with a sharp delivery. Soon after, Varun Chakravarthy trapped Mitchell Marsh for 11, giving India a great start.
At 35/2, Australia looked under pressure.
Stoinis and Tim David Fight Back
Marcus Stoinis and Tim David then built a brilliant partnership. They attacked the spinners and rotated strike smartly.
Stoinis mixed power and timing, reaching his half-century in 31 balls, while Tim David was all about clean hitting. David smashed 8 fours and 5 sixes, targeting the shorter boundaries of Ninja Stadium with brutal power.
Their partnership of over 100 runs changed the flow of the innings.
Arshdeep Singh’s Comeback Spell
Just when it looked like Australia would cross 200, Arshdeep Singh came back strongly.
He got Marcus Stoinis (64 off 39) out with a slower ball, breaking the big stand.
Later, he dismissed Sean Abbott and bowled a tight 19th over, stopping Australia from finishing with a huge total.
Arshdeep ended with figures of 3 wickets for 35 runs in 4 overs — an excellent spell on his return to the XI.
Varun Chakravarthy Keeps Things Tight
Varun Chakravarthy was another key bowler for India. He used his variations perfectly to pick 2 wickets for 33 runs and built pressure in the middle overs.
Australia finished at 186/6 in 20 overs, a competitive but chase able total.
India’s Bowling Summary
Bowler Overs Runs Wickets
Varun Chakravarthy 4 33 2
Jasprit Bumrah 4 26 0
Shivam Dube 3 43 1
Axar Patel 1 13 0
Second Innings: India’s Confident Chase
India needed 187 runs to win, and they started positively.
Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma opened the innings with some attacking shots before falling early to Nathan Ellis, who bowled a fine opening spell.
At 35/2, India were under slight pressure.
Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav Build the Innings
Then came Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav. Both looked in great touch and kept India ahead of the asking rate.
Suryakumar played his natural game, hitting 24 runs off 11 balls with back-to-back boundaries. His quick cameo gave India momentum.
Tilak Varma, on the other hand, played smart cricket, rotating strike and keeping calm. His 29 off 26 balls held the innings together.
A Small Collapse and Pressure
When Suryakumar and Tilak got out in quick succession, India were 115/5. The match was still in balance.
Australia tried to fight back through Nathan Ellis and Stoinis, but India’s lower order had other plans.
Washington Sundar Turns the Game Around
At that crucial moment, Washington Sundar walked in. What followed was one of his best T20 knocks for India.
He started carefully and then exploded, smashing Sean Abbott for 20+ runs in one over — the turning point of the game.
Sundar’s clean hitting, especially straight down the ground and over extra cover, was a treat for the fans at Ninja Stadium.
He finished unbeaten with 49 runs off 23 balls, hitting 3 fours and 4 sixes.
Alongside him, Jitesh Sharma (22 off 13)* played a calm and clever supporting role, rotating strike and punishing loose deliveries.
India Complete the Chase
India reached the target of 187 runs in 18.3 overs, ending at 188/5.
The partnership between Washington Sundar and Jitesh Sharma (unbeaten 55-run stand) sealed the win with comfort.
This was a big comeback win for India and showed the team’s strength and balance.
Turning Points of the Match
- Arshdeep’s early wicket of Travis Head gave India control.
- Varun Chakravarthy’s dismissal of Marsh stopped Australia’s top order momentum.
- Arshdeep’s 18th over removed Stoinis and changed the innings flow.
- Washington Sundar’s assault in the 16th over completely turned the chase India’s way.
Arshdeep Singh’s Comeback Story
This match was special for Arshdeep Singh. After being out of the playing XI for several games despite consistent domestic performances, he finally got his chance — and made it count.
He bowled with heart, mixing yorkers and slower deliveries smartly. His wickets of Head, Stoinis, and Abbott came at key moments.
“I just focused on my strengths and stayed calm,” Arshdeep said after the match.
“Getting a chance after so long felt special. I wanted to give my best for the team.”
This spell might be the turning point in his international career again.
What Captains Said
Suryakumar Yadav (India Captain)
“It was a full team performance. Arshdeep set the tone early, and Washington finished things off perfectly. This win shows our depth and belief.”
Mitchell Marsh (Australia Captain)
“We had a good total but couldn’t defend it. Tim David and Stoinis batted well, but India outplayed us in the chase.”
Australia’s Top Performers
- Tim David 74 (38 balls, 8 fours, 5 sixes)
- Marcus Stoinis 64 (39 balls, 8 fours, 2 sixes)
- Nathan Ellis 3 wickets for 36 runs
Tim David once again proved his finishing power, but it wasn’t enough as India’s chase was too strong.
India’s Top Performers
- Washington Sundar 49* (23 balls, 3 fours, 4 sixes)
- Arshdeep Singh 3/35 (4 overs)
- Varun Chakravarthy 2/33 (4 overs)
- Jitesh Sharma 22* (13 balls)
Both Sundar and Arshdeep were match-winners in their departments — one sealing the chase, the other setting it up.
Player of the Match
🏆 Washington Sundar (India) – 49* (23 balls)
For his calm and explosive batting performance under pressure.
Match Summary
- Australia 186/6 20.0
- India 188/5 18.3 India won by 5 wickets
Match Analysis
This match showed the importance of team balance. India’s bowlers — especially Arshdeep and Varun — controlled the game despite a high total.
In batting, India’s top order did its job early, while the middle order ensured there were no late collapses.
The way Washington Sundar handled pressure will make the selectors consider him for the 2026 T20 World Cup. His all-round ability adds great depth to the squad.
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