• India and Australia will lock horns with each other in fifth and final T20I of the five-match series on Sunday (December 3).

  • India have gained an unassailable lead in the series and enters the match in M. Chinnaswamy with nothing at stake.

IND vs AUS 2023, 5th T20I: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report, Bangalore Weather Forecast, T20 Stats & Records | India vs Australia
Suryakumar Yadav and Matthew Wade (Image Source: Twitter)

India and Australia are set to compete in the fifth and ultimate T20I of the five-match series scheduled for Sunday, December 3. The high-intense clash is slated to unfold at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Notably, this contest holds no bearing for Australia in terms of the series outcome, as they find themselves trailing 3-1.

The Indian team, having secured victories in three of the four preceding games, approaches the clash with unwavering confidence. Conversely, the Aussie side aims to salvage their pride and conclude the series on a positive note.

T20 Stats and Records at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Cricket Stadium

  • Total matches: 16
  • Matches won batting first: 6
  • Matches won bowling first: 9
  • Average first Innings scores: 135
  • Average second Innings scores: 130
  • Highest total recorded: 202/6 (20 Overs) by India vs England
  • Lowest total recorded: 99/10 (19.3 Overs) by South Africa Women vs New Zealand Women
  • Highest score chased: 194/3 (19.4 Overs) by Australia vs India
  • Lowest score defended: 114/7 (20 Overs) by Sri Lanka Women vs South Africa Women

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Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report

The M. Chinnaswamy ground is renowned for its shorter boundaries and is a haven for batters. Seam bowlers often find it challenging here as the ball comes off the surface favourably for the batters. While spinners might find opportunities to make an impact during the middle overs, the overall trend at this venue leans heavily towards batters asserting their dominance. Overall, we can anticipate a high-scoring and exhilarating match.

Bangalore Weather Forecast

Bangalore weather forecast
Bangalore weather forecast (Image Source: Twitter)

The anticipated weather conditions for the upcoming India vs Australia showdown in Bangalore suggest overcast skies without any likelihood of rain. The humidity is projected to hover around 79%, creating a comfortable playing environment. A gentle breeze, clocking in at 16 kilometres per hour, is also expected, promising a delightful day for both players and spectators.

IND vs AUS, Probable playing XI

India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Deepak Chahar, Avesh Khan, Mukesh Kumar

Australia: Josh Philippe, Travis Head, Ben McDermott, Aaron Hardie, Tim David, Matthew Short, Matthew Wade (c & wk), Ben Dwarshuis, Chris Green, Jason Behrendorff, Tanveer Sangha

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