How Australia broke their 5 match losing streak in ODIs & denied India a clean sweep

India had already secured a commanding 2-0 lead in the series and was aiming for a clean sweep. However, Australia had other plans.
The turnaround began with Australia’s captain, Aaron Finch, winning the toss and electing to bat. It was a crucial decision given the challenging batting conditions in Delhi. Finch himself played a pivotal role, crafting a masterful innings of 115 runs. His partnership with Usman Khawaja, who scored a gritty 100, laid a solid foundation for Australia. They amassed a formidable total of 272/9 in their 50 overs.
Defending the total was no easy task, but Australia’s bowlers stepped up to the plate. Pat Cummins and Jhye Richardson wreaked havoc with the new ball, reducing India to 27/3. Virat Kohli, who was in superb form throughout the series, was dismissed for just 20 runs. The Indian middle-order struggled to cope with Australia’s disciplined bowling, and wickets fell at regular intervals.
Source:- the times of India
The turning point of the match came when Marcus Stoinis dismissed Vijay Shankar with a brilliant slower ball. With the required run rate steadily climbing, India’s hopes rested on their wicketkeeper-batsman, Rishabh Pant. However, his dismissal for 16, courtesy of a stunning catch by Glenn Maxwell, effectively sealed the match for Australia.
Source:- cricket. Com. AuIn the end, India could only manage 237/10, falling 35 runs short of the target. Australia had broken their losing streak, denying India the clean sweep they had hoped for. It was a remarkable comeback by the Australians, showcasing their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. The win injected new life into their ODI campaign and provided valuable momentum heading into the World Cup later that year
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