IND vs AUS Live Score, 2nd ODI: Harshit Rana Dismisses Matt Short; Australia Five Down
The India vs Australia 2nd ODI has taken an intense turn at the Adelaide Oval as young Indian pacer Harshit Rana delivered a crucial breakthrough. Rana dismissed Matthew Short, who was well set on 74, bringing Australia down to five wickets while chasing India’s total of 264/9.
Despite Short’s strong batting display, Rana’s short delivery tempted him into a mistimed shot, caught brilliantly at deep mid-wicket by Mohammed Siraj. This dismissal shifted momentum slightly back towards India, snapping a dangerous partnership.
At this stage, Australia are 216/5 in 40 overs, with Cooper Connolly and Mitchell Owen looking to rebuild the innings. Rana has picked up two crucial wickets—Travis Head (28) and Matthew Short (74)—but has been on the expensive side, conceding over 50 runs in his spell.
Earlier, Rohit Sharma (73) and Shreyas Iyer (61) guided India to a competitive 264/9. Axar Patel (44) and a quick-fire 24 not out from Rana himself added valuable runs in the death overs.
Match Summary So Far:
- Venue: Adelaide Oval
- Match: 2nd ODI, India Tour of Australia 2025
- India: 264/9 (50 Overs)
- Australia: 216/5 (40 Overs)
- Key Moment: Harshit Rana dismisses Matthew Short (74)
- Top Scorers: Rohit Sharma (73), Matthew Short (74)
- Next Up: Connolly & Owen aim to steady Australia’s chase
Rana’s consistent energy, despite cramping late in his spell, has breathed life into India’s bowling attack. As the game edges into the final overs, all eyes are on whether Australia can chase down the remaining 49 runs with five wickets in hand.
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