• Match: Australia vs India( AUS vs IND ), 2nd T20I Match, India tour of Australia, 2025
• Date and Time: October 31,  08:15 am GMT / 01:45 pm IST / 07:15 pm local time
• Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne

Who will win the toss? – Australia
Who will win the match? – India

Australia( AUS ) is set to face India( IND ) in their 2nd T20I match during the India tour of Australia, 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday, October 31.

The opening T20I of the India tour of Australia 2025 in Canberra ended in a no result due to weather interruptions, denying both teams a full contest. India batted first and reached 97/1 in 9.4 overs, with solid contributions from Shubman Gill (37*) and captain Suryakumar Yadav (39*), who ensured the innings had momentum before play was halted. Abhishek Sharma provided a brisk start with 19 runs off 14 balls before being dismissed. The rest of India’s top and middle order, including Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana, and Jasprit Bumrah, did not get a chance to bat due to the shortened innings.

Australia’s bowlers were economical in their brief spells, with Josh Hazlewood, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Marcus Stoinis, and Matthew Kuhnemann keeping the scoring in check. Ellis managed to take the only wicket of the day. Australia’s playing XI included experienced batters and all-rounders such as Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, along with the bowling attack led by Hazlewood, Bartlett, Ellis, and Kuhnemann.

With the first T20I washed out, the series now shifts attention to the 2nd T20I, where both teams will look to gain an early advantage. Key players to watch include Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharma for India, and Mitchell Marsh, Tim David, Josh Hazlewood for Australia. Expect a high-intensity contest as teams look to capitalize on the opportunity in the upcoming match.

Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis †, Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood.

India: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, and Jasprit Bumrah.

Australia: W, W, NR, W, NR
India: W, W, W, W, NR

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.

The weather at Melbourne Cricket Ground on October 31 at 7:15 PM local time is expected to be cool and mostly cloudy, with a temperature around 15°C. Intermittent clouds will pass through, but there is no heavy rain forecasted during this time, making conditions suitable for an evening match. Winds are expected to be calm, and humidity will be moderate, ensuring minimal impact on play. While the cooler air may make the ball feel slightly heavier and visibility could reduce as daylight fades, overall, it promises a playable evening for both players and spectators, with little risk of weather interruptions.

The weather at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 8:00 PM local time is expected to be mild and pleasant, making for ideal cricketing conditions. The temperature will hover around 22°C, with hazy skies and a gentle evening breeze adding a touch of coolness to the air. There’s little to no chance of rain, ensuring uninterrupted play throughout the match. The humidity levels will remain moderate, and visibility should be good despite the light haze. Overall, it promises to be a comfortable evening for both players and fans, perfect for an exciting T20 encounter under the lights.

Mitchell Marsh (AUS): 10 matches, 322 runs, Avg 46, SR 170.37 – aggressive middle-order bat capable of finishing games.

Tim David (AUS): 9 matches, 306 runs, Avg 61.2, SR 202.64 – power-hitter with an incredible strike rate, dangerous in death overs.

Abhishek Sharma (IND): 10 matches, 497 runs, Avg 49.7, SR 203.68 – consistent run-getter and a game-changer at the top order.

Tilak Varma (IND): 10 matches, 237 runs, Avg 47.4, SR 133.14 – reliable young talent, can anchor innings and accelerate when needed.

Adam Zampa (AUS): 8 matches, 11 wickets, Econ 9.19, SR 16.9 – key spinner for middle overs, breaks partnerships.

Josh Hazlewood (AUS): 6 matches, 9 wickets, Econ 8.09, SR 15.33 – frontline pacer, strikes with the new ball and in death overs.

Kuldeep Yadav (IND): 7 matches, 17 wickets, Econ 6.28, SR 8.88 – India’s wrist-spin specialist, highly effective in limiting runs and taking wickets.

Varun Chakravarthy (IND): 8 matches, 11 wickets, Econ 7, SR 15.27 – crafty spinner, excels at middle overs and controlling the tempo.

1st Innings: 175–190 runs
2nd Innings (Chasing): 170–185 runs

• Winning the toss: Teams may prefer to bowl first in T20s to take advantage of early movement, though chasing can be easier under lights.
• Batters need to capitalize in the powerplay to set or chase a competitive total.
• Bowlers, especially spinners in the middle overs, can play a crucial role in controlling the run rate.
• Expect a fast-paced, high-scoring game with aggressive batting from both sides.