IND VS AUS India’s batting woes continued in the second ODI against Australia, as the visitors once again found themselves on the defensive after losing early wickets in Adelaide. The hosts took advantage of swing-friendly conditions, with their fast bowlers making the most of the morning session.
Virat Kohli’s lean patch worsened after he was dismissed for a second consecutive duck. His rare lack of fluency has been a major setback for India, especially when stability at the top is crucial against a disciplined Australian attack. Skipper Rohit Sharma provided a glimmer of hope, playing confidently and registering another career landmark, but found little support from the other end.
India’s decision to bring in spinner Kuldeep Yadav for this match showed their intent to balance the side, yet their top-order frailty remains a glaring concern. The middle order, led by Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul, must now shoulder the responsibility of steering the innings toward a competitive total.
For Australia, it was a display of precision and patience. Bartlett’s rise has been one of the standout stories of the series, while Marsh’s captaincy decisions have paid off perfectly. With this performance, the hosts look firmly on course to secure the series unless India can produce something special in the final overs.
