IND vs AUS 3rd T20: Pitch and Weather Report for Bellerive Oval, Hobart
The third T20I between India and Australia will take place at Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Sunday. Suryakumar Yadav leads India, while Mitchell Marsh captains Australia.
Series Background
Australia secured a 1-0 lead after winning the second T20I in Melbourne, as the first match in Canberra was abandoned due to rain.
Performance Overview
India’s batting faced challenges in the second match where the pitch supported seamers. Abhishek Sharma was the standout performer, while the rest of the batters struggled against pace and bounce. Defending only 125 runs, India’s bowlers had little margin for success.
Pitch Report: Bellerive Oval
Bellerive Oval generally offers a good batting surface. However, early in the innings, fast bowlers can find some movement with the new ball. Once the ball loses its shine, batting becomes easier.
- Surface: True bounce and pace early on.
- Fast bowlers: Expect assistance during the first few overs.
- Spinners: Might have limited impact as the pitch settles.
Weather Forecast
The maximum temperature on Sunday is likely to reach 26°C, with a low of about 13°C. No major weather interruptions are currently expected in Hobart for the third T20I.
“Bellerive Oval is a good batting deck, with a bit of seam movement early for pacers.”
Author’s Summary
The third India-Australia T20I in Hobart promises balanced conditions with a true surface for batting once initial seam movement fades and stable weather throughout the match.