Ind Vs Aus 3rd T20: Maxwell snatches match from India, Australia still trails 2-1 in series

Ind Vs Aus 3rd T20: The Guwahati match witnessed high scores and intense moments as Glenn Maxwell's explosive batting turned the tide in Australia's favour.

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Ind Vs Aus 3rd T20: In a nail-biting encounter, Australia secured a stunning victory in the third T20 match against India, making a strong comeback in the ongoing series.

Despite Glenn Maxwell's heroic century, India still leads the series 2-1, with two matches remaining.

Maxwell's Last-Ball Heroics

The Guwahati match witnessed high scores and intense moments as Glenn Maxwell's explosive batting turned the tide in Australia's favour. Needing only 2 runs on the last ball to win, Maxwell smashed a four, securing a victory for Australia. Team India, however, maintains its series lead.

India Sets a Target of 223

India set a challenging target of 223 for Australia, with Ruturaj Gaikwad shining with his first T20 century. Despite his stellar performance (123 runs), the Indian team faced a setback as others struggled to contribute significantly. The total score reached 222/3.

Australia's Remarkable Chase

In response, Australia showcased remarkable batting, with Glenn Maxwell stealing the show. Maxwell's extraordinary century (104 runs) led Australia to victory, reaching a total of 225/5. His innings included 8 fours and 8 sixes, overshadowing India's formidable target.

Late Struggles for Team India

While Australia's wickets initially fell in quick succession, pressure mounted on Team India as captain Suryakumar Yadav made crucial decisions in the 19th over. Akshar Patel's costly over allowed Australia to require 21 runs in the final over, which Matthew Wade and Glenn Maxwell achieved with flair.

Prasidh Krishna Faces Tough Spell

Prasidh Krishna, given the last over, couldn't contain Australia's onslaught and ended with a record-breaking spell of 68 runs. Team India faced another setback as a penalty for a slow over rate limited them to only 4 fielders outside the 30-yard circle in the last over.

Series Dynamics and Maxwell's Impact

Despite India's loss in this match, the series stands at 2-1, showcasing India's overall dominance. Glenn Maxwell's impactful century, however, adds a new dimension to Australia's performance, making the upcoming matches highly anticipated.

This captivating coverage captures the essence of the thrilling third T20 encounter between India and Australia, where Maxwell's brilliance and last-ball heroics altered the series dynamics.