India Clinches Series Victory Against Australia in Third ODI

India, 20 December 2025 — The Indian cricket team secured a series victory against Australia by winning the third One Day International (ODI) match in Chennai on Thursday. India chased down a target of 280 runs with five wickets in hand, led by a stellar performance from captain Rohit Sharma, who scored 92 runs. This victory gives India an unassailable 2-1 lead in the three-match series.
The match witnessed an impressive bowling effort by Indian pacers, restricting Australia to 279 runs in their allotted 50 overs. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav were the pick of the bowlers, claiming three wickets each. Australia's top order struggled against the disciplined Indian attack.
Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium was the venue for the decisive encounter, which was marked by strong support from the home crowd. India's successful chase was also bolstered by a critical 75-run partnership between Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja.
This series win is significant for India as it boosts their confidence ahead of the upcoming ICC World Cup. The team's balance in both batting and bowling departments has been evident throughout the series.
The final match of the series is scheduled to take place this Sunday, where India will aim to complete a series clean sweep.