India Clinches ODI Series Against Australia with Stellar Performance in Third Match

India, 21 November 2025 — In a thrilling encounter, India secured the One Day International (ODI) series against Australia with a decisive victory in the third match held at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday. The match concluded with India winning by seven wickets, sealing the series 2-1.

India's chase was anchored by a remarkable partnership between opener Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who both scored half-centuries. Sharma's aggressive innings laid a solid foundation, while Kohli's composed play ensured the stability needed to chase down Australia's target of 274 runs.

Earlier, Australia's innings was bolstered by a century from Steve Smith, who played a resilient knock, but the Indian bowling attack, led by Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami, restricted the visitors from posting an imposing total.

India's victory in the series is significant as it highlights the team's strong form ahead of the upcoming ICC tournaments. The performance of the Indian players will boost the morale of the team and its supporters as they prepare for future international fixtures.

The series win also marks a positive outcome for India's new ODI captain, who has been under scrutiny following recent changes in team leadership. The successful conclusion of this series is likely to enhance team confidence and cohesion.