India, 22 November 2025 — India secured a thrilling victory over Australia in the third One Day International (ODI) match held in Mumbai, thereby sealing the series 2-1. The match, played at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, saw India chase down a challenging target set by the Australian side.
Australian captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first, putting up a competitive total of 298 for 7 in their allotted 50 overs. Notable performances came from Steve Smith, who scored 85 runs, and Marnus Labuschagne, contributing a solid 70.
In response, the Indian team was led by captain Rohit Sharma, who anchored the chase with a brilliant innings of 92 runs. Shubman Gill also played a crucial role, adding 79 runs to the scoreboard, ensuring India's pursuit remained on track.
The match reached its climax in the final overs, with the Indian lower order holding their nerve to take India across the finish line. The victory marks India's second consecutive series win against Australia on home soil, demonstrating their dominance in the ODI format.
This series win is significant for India as they continue to build momentum ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup, which is scheduled to be held next year. The team's performance reinforces their status as one of the favorites for the upcoming international tournament.
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