India W Chooses to Bat First in Decisive 3rd T20I Against Australia W

In the decisive third T20I match against Australia, India women’s cricket team opted to bat first. The match was held at the Adelaide Oval. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur made the call after winning the toss on February 21.

Match Background

This match is critical for both teams. India previously won the first T20I by 21 runs using the DLS method. However, they lost the second match in Canberra by 19 runs. The victor of this match will secure the T20I series before the ODI series begins on Tuesday.

Team Changes

Both teams made one change to their lineups:

• India: Shreyanka Patil replaced Kranti Gaud.
• Australia: Grace Harris stepped in for Nicola Carey.

Captain’s Insights

After the toss, Kaur expressed confidence in her team’s ability to set a strong target. She noted, “We are batting first, let’s enjoy this game.” Kaur emphasized the importance of solid partnerships in batting and praised her bowlers for their performance throughout the series.

On the other hand, Australian captain Sophie Molineux indicated a preference to bowl first. She highlighted her satisfaction with the performance of the bowlers and acknowledged the change in her squad with Harris replacing Carey.

Milestone Achievement

A notable highlight of the match is Ellyse Perry’s participation, marking her 350th international appearance. Molineux praised Perry’s contributions to both the team and the sport, reflecting on the significance of her achievement.

Playing XI

Here are the playing elevens for both teams:

This match shapes up to be an exciting conclusion to the T20I series between India and Australia. Fans eagerly await the outcome as both teams showcase their skills on the international stage.