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With Hazlewood ruled out and rain looming over Hobart, can India seize the advantage and move ahead in the T20 series?
Toss at 1:15 PM IST; match begins at 1:45 PM IST.
Hobart: The Men in Blue are set to take on Australia in the third T20 International of the ongoing five-match series at the Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on Sunday, November 2. Both teams have had their share of highs and lows, but this match could prove decisive in tilting the balance of the series.
Australia have been hit by a major blow with Josh Hazlewood ruled out of the contest. Known for his accuracy and ability to extract bounce, Hazlewood’s absence is expected to make life a bit easier for India’s top order, particularly Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav, who struggled against his disciplined spells in earlier games.
In his absence, the Aussies are likely to turn to Nathan Ellis, Xavier Bartlett, and Sean Abbott, who will look to fill the void and challenge India’s batters on a ground known for its pace and smaller boundaries.
The Bellerive Oval pitch traditionally offers good bounce and carry, encouraging stroke play once the ball softens. Batters can expect runs if they play through the line, though bowlers who maintain tight lengths could find early success.
The weather in Hobart, however, might play spoilsport. Forecasts suggest a 25–50% chance of rain through the afternoon and evening, with humidity levels hovering around 80%. Temperatures are likely to reach 34°C during the day and drop to 25°C at night. Overcast skies could assist seamers early on, but the small boundaries promise plenty of runs once conditions settle.
India: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (WK), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah.
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (C), Travis Head, Tim David, Josh Inglis, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Nathan Ellis, Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Tanveer Sangha, Glenn Maxwell.
IND vs AUS 2nd T20: India’s batting collapse, Australia take 1-0 lead in a series
In 35 T20 Internationals so far, India have won 20, while Australia have claimed 12. Two matches ended with no result and one was abandoned. The head-to-head record clearly tilts in India’s favour, but the Aussies remain formidable opponents, especially in home conditions.
Given their superior batting depth and form, India enter as favourites for this encounter. The absence of Hazlewood could weaken Australia’s new-ball attack, providing India with a chance to dominate early. However, players like Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis are known for turning matches around, keeping the contest wide open. Expect a high-scoring game if the rain stays away.
The India vs Australia 3rd T20I will be played on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart. The toss will take place at 1:15 PM IST, followed by the match start at 1:45 PM IST. Indian viewers can catch the live telecast on the Star Sports Network, while live streaming will be available on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. Fans can also enjoy the free-to-air broadcast on Doordarshan’s terrestrial network.
