Hey cricket fans! If you’re anything like us at IPL Star – where we live and breathe fast-paced T20 action but can’t get enough of those nail-biting ODIs too – then the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 has you on the edge of your seat. What a rollercoaster! Australia pulled off a heart-stopping 2-wicket victory at the iconic Adelaide Oval, sealing the series 2-0 with one match left. Chasing 265, they wobbled at 132/4 before young guns Matthew Short (74) and Cooper Connolly (61*) turned heroes, guiding the hosts home in 46.2 overs. For India, it was a gritty fightback led by Rohit Sharma’s stubborn 73, but dropped catches and a Kohli duck left them ruing what could have been.
This AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 wasn’t just a game; it was a clash of transitions. Australia’s depth shone through without skipper Pat Cummins, while India’s new captain Shubman Gill faced tough questions on his debut series. Drawing from live updates on ESPNcricinfo, Sportstar, and buzzing X posts from fans like @cricanandha praising Rohit’s grit, we’ve packed this recap with every detail. From pitch reports to post-match drama, we’ve got you covered. Stick around for tables breaking down scorecards, stats that stunned experts, and our take on what it means for the 3rd ODI in Sydney.
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AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025: Match Overview and Pitch Report
Picture this: Sunny skies over Adelaide Oval, but a pitch freshened by overnight rain, offering seamers a feast early on. That’s the scene for the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025, part of India’s grueling tour Down Under ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Played on October 23, 2025, this day-night thriller saw Australia, led by stand-in skipper Mitchell Marsh, win the toss and bowl first – a no-brainer on a surface that would ease for chasers later.
Adelaide Oval, with its 53,583 capacity and historic ends (City and Cathedral), has hosted epic ODIs since 1877. It’s a batter’s paradise in full flow but tested top orders here, as seen in India’s 264/9. Broadcast live on Star Sports and JioHotstar in India, the match drew massive viewership, with fans tweeting frenzy over Kohli’s woes.
Key facts at a glance:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Date & Venue | October 23, 2025, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| Toss | Australia won, elected to bowl |
| Umpires | Allahudien Paleker, Sam Nogajski (On-field); Richard Kettleborough (3rd) |
| Referee | Jeff Crowe |
| Result | Australia won by 2 wickets (Australia 265/8 in 46.2 overs chased India’s 264/9) |
| Player of the Match | Adam Zampa (4/60) |
| Series Status | Australia leads 2-0 |
| Attendance | ~45,000 (per ESPNcricinfo reports) |
The pitch report? Early swing and seam (average first-innings score: 250-280), but it flattened post-15 overs, favoring batsmen. Australia’s pacers exploited it masterfully, while India’s fielding slips – two drops off Short – proved costly, as noted in X reactions from @Sportskeeda.
This win marks Australia’s first home ODI series clinch over India since 2020, per ABC News. For Gill’s men, it’s back-to-back losses, echoing their 2016 struggles. But hey, remember how India bounced back in the IPL? The 3rd ODI could be their redemption arc.
Full toss analysis on Cricbuzz.
Check our 1st ODI recap for series buildup.
India’s Innings in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025: Gritty Fightback Falls Short
India’s batting in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 was like a classic Bollywood plot – early drama, a solid interval buildup, then a twisty climax that left fans wanting more. Sent in, they slumped to 17/2 in the Powerplay but clawed to 264/9, thanks to Rohit Sharma’s warrior-like 73. Yet, as Hindustan Times highlighted, middle-order wobbles and Zampa’s guile kept it under par.
Powerplay Power Struggles
The first 10 overs were brutal: 29/2. Hazlewood’s maiden-heavy spell (0/29 off 10) strangled runs, while Bartlett (3/39) struck gold in over 7 – Gill (9) holed out to mid-off, then Kohli lbw for a golden duck. Kohli’s wave to the crowd? Heartbreaking, his first consecutive ODI ducks ever, per NDTV. Rohit survived two reviews and a run-out scare, facing 25 dots against Hazlewood alone.
Middle-Overs Momentum
Overs 11-40: 169/3. Rohit (73 off 97, SR 75.26) and Iyer (61 off 77) forged a 118-run stand – the innings’ heartbeat. Rohit broke free with two sixes off Owen, his fifty off 74 balls (slowest since 2015). Iyer’s elegant drives added fluency. But Starc (2/62) yorked Rohit with a short ball, and Zampa (4/60) spun through Iyer and Rahul (11). Axar (44 off 41) stabilized at No.5, but Zampa’s flipper stumped Reddy (8).
Death Overs Drama
Overs 41-50: 66/4. Rana (24* off 18) and Arshdeep (13) smashed 37 for the 9th wicket, including 16 off Zampa’s last over. Total: Defendable, but 15 short, as X user @chatstwts noted.
Full India scorecard:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 73 | 97 | 7 | 2 | 75.26 | c Hazlewood b Starc |
| Shubman Gill (c) | 9 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 | c Marsh b Bartlett |
| Virat Kohli | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | lbw b Bartlett |
| Shreyas Iyer | 61 | 77 | 7 | 0 | 79.22 | b Zampa |
| Axar Patel | 44 | 41 | 5 | 0 | 107.32 | c Starc b Zampa |
| KL Rahul (wk) | 11 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 73.33 | b Zampa |
| Washington Sundar | 12 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 85.71 | c Hazlewood b Bartlett |
| Nitish Reddy | 8 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 80.00 | st Carey b Zampa |
| Harshit Rana | 24* | 18 | 3 | 0 | 133.33 | not out |
| Arshdeep Singh | 13 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 92.86 | b Starc |
| Mohammed Siraj | 0* | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | not out |
| Extras | 9 (lb 2, w 5, b 2) | |||||
| Total | 264/9 (50 overs, RR 5.28) |
Fall of wickets: 17/1 (Gill, 6.1 ov), 17/2 (Kohli, 6.5 ov), 135/3 (Rohit, 29.3 ov), 160/4 (Iyer, 32.4 ov), 174/5 (Rahul, 36.2 ov), 213/6 (Sundar, 41.5 ov), 223/7 (Axar, 44.1 ov), 226/8 (Reddy, 44.6 ov), 263/9 (Arshdeep, 49.5 ov).
Australia’s bowling table:
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | 10 | 0 | 62 | 2 | 6.20 |
| Josh Hazlewood | 10 | 2 | 29 | 0 | 2.90 |
| Xavier Bartlett | 10 | 1 | 39 | 3 | 3.90 |
| Mitchell Owen | 2 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 10.00 |
| Adam Zampa | 10 | 0 | 60 | 4 | 6.00 |
| Cooper Connolly | 3 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 3.70 |
| Matthew Short | 3 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 7.70 |
| Travis Head | 2 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 8.00 |
Partnerships snapshot: Rohit-Iyer 118 (136 balls) was gold, but collapses post-150 hurt.
Rohit’s knock? Pure captain’s grit, overtaking Ganguly for 3rd in India’s ODI runs (11,436 now). As Abhishek Nayar tweeted via @Sportskeeda, “Certain knocks stay with you.” But Kohli’s double duck? Experts like Sunil Gavaskar called it a “wake-up call”.
Image alt: Rohit Sharma batting heroically in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 at Adelaide Oval.
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Australia’s Chase in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025: Youthful Brilliance Seals the Deal
If India’s innings was a slow-burn thriller, Australia’s chase in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 was pure fireworks. From 132/4 to 265/8, it was a masterclass in composure under lights. As India Today reported, Short and Connolly’s partnership flipped the script, with Owen’s blitz adding spice.
Powerplay Poise
Overs 1-10: 42/1. Arshdeep (2/41) nicked Marsh (11), Siraj (1/49) kept it tight. Head (28 off 40) flicked boundaries but chipped to Kohli off Rana (2/59).
Middle-Overs Mayhem
Overs 11-40: 174/4. Short (74 off 78, SR 94.87) and Renshaw (30 off 30) added 55, but Axar (1/52) bowled Renshaw with a slower ball. Sundar (2/37) trapped Carey (9) sweeping. At 132/4, India smelled blood – but drops off Short (twice!) let Australia breathe, per Times Now.
Short’s fifty (48 balls) was his career-best, punishing loose balls. Connolly, 21, entered with just 10 prior ODI runs but exploded.
Death Overs Delight
Overs 41-46.2: 49/3. Connolly (61* off 53, 5×4, 1×6) and Owen (36 off 23, 2×4, 3×6) smashed 59 in 39 balls. Owen’s ramps off Rana eased to 48 off 10; Connolly’s maiden fifty (42 balls) – youngest Aussie since Cosgrove in 2006, per NDTV – sealed it. Late wickets (Bartlett 3, Starc 4) added drama, but no twist.
Full Australia scorecard:
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh (c) | 11 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 45.83 | c Rahul b Arshdeep |
| Travis Head | 28 | 40 | 1 | 1 | 70.00 | c Kohli b Rana |
| Matthew Short | 74 | 78 | 4 | 2 | 94.87 | c Siraj b Rana |
| Matt Renshaw | 30 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 100.00 | b Axar |
| Alex Carey (wk) | 9 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 52.94 | b Sundar |
| Cooper Connolly | 61* | 53 | 5 | 1 | 115.09 | not out |
| Mitchell Owen | 36 | 23 | 2 | 3 | 156.52 | c Arshdeep b Sundar |
| Xavier Bartlett | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 | c Gill b Arshdeep |
| Mitchell Starc | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 57.14 | c Axar b Siraj |
| Adam Zampa | 0* | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | not out |
| Josh Hazlewood | DNB | – | – | – | – | – |
| Extras | 9 (lb 3, w 6) | |||||
| Total | 265/8 (46.2 overs, RR 5.72) |
Fall of wickets: 30/1 (Marsh, 7.2 ov), 54/2 (Head, 12.2 ov), 109/3 (Renshaw, 21.4 ov), 132/4 (Carey, 26.6 ov), 187/5 (Short, 35.6 ov), 246/6 (Owen, 42.3 ov), 255/7 (Bartlett, 44.3 ov), 260/8 (Starc, 45.5 ov).
India’s bowling table:
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Siraj | 10 | 0 | 49 | 1 | 4.90 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 8.2 | 0 | 41 | 2 | 4.90 |
| Harshit Rana | 8 | 0 | 59 | 2 | 7.40 |
| Washington Sundar | 7 | 0 | 37 | 2 | 5.30 |
| Nitish Reddy | 3 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 8.00 |
| Axar Patel | 10 | 0 | 52 | 1 | 5.20 |
Partnerships: Short-Connolly 55 (54 balls), Connolly-Owen 59 (39 balls). Owen’s “chaos” (as Marsh called him) SR 156.52 lit up X, with @TweetsOfSportUK buzzing.
Quick thought: Australia’s youth – Connolly (21), Owen (debut) – outshone India’s stars. R Ashwin compared Connolly’s drive to Yuvraj’s on X. Genius!
Owen’s blitz video on YouTube.
Key Player Performances: Stars Who Shone in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025
Every great match has its MVPs, and the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 delivered a galaxy. From Zampa’s spin storm to Rohit’s resilience, here’s who lit up Adelaide. As Business Standard noted, Bartlett’s inspired pick (replacing Ellis) rocked India early.
Australia’s Heroes
- Adam Zampa (POTM, 4/60): Back from paternity leave, his flippers dismantled India’s middle – Iyer, Rahul, Axar, Reddy. “Makes my job easier,” he said post-match. X fans hailed his rivalry edge over India.
- Matthew Short (74 off 78): Career-best on BBL home turf. Two drops gifted him life; his slog-sweep six off Sundar was pure power. Marsh: “Made India pay.”
- *Cooper Connolly (61 off 53)**: Maiden ODI fifty at 21! From 10 runs in prior innings to this anchor-blitz hybrid. Youngest Aussie fifty since 2006; Aakash Chopra compared his gesture to legends.
- Josh Hazlewood (0/29): Wicketless but “best none-for ever” per Marsh. 32 dots, troubled Rohit for 25 balls.
- Mitchell Owen (36 off 23): Debut fireworks – 3 sixes! “Chaos Owen,” quipped Marsh.
India’s Fighters
- Rohit Sharma (73 off 97): Overtook Ganguly (11,436 runs). Gritty vs Hazlewood; Nayar: “Stays with you.” Gavaskar: “Fought the storm.”
- Shreyas Iyer (61 off 77): Fluent in recovery; 23rd ODI fifty. Post-match: “Crucial partnership vs Hazlewood.”
- Axar Patel (44 off 41): No.5 thrives; 5 fours silenced doubters.
- Arshdeep Singh (2/41): Powerplay strikes; cramps didn’t dull him.
- *Harshit Rana (2/59, 24)**: Lower-order hero; late surge denied Zampa five-fer.
Underperformers and What-Ifs
- Virat Kohli (0 off 4): Second duck; walked off to ovation. Experts: “Rust or pressure?” Aakash: “His ground, yet silent.”
- Shubman Gill (9): Captain’s quiet series (19 runs total). X buzz: “Toss curse?”
Player stats table:
| Player | Team | Key Stat | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Zampa | AUS | 4/60, POTM | Dismantled middle order |
| Matthew Short | AUS | 74 (78), 3rd ODI 50 | Anchored chase |
| Cooper Connolly | AUS | 61* (53), maiden 50 | Finished unbeaten |
| Rohit Sharma | IND | 73 (97), 59th 50 | Top-scored, gritty |
| Shreyas Iyer | IND | 61 (77), 23rd 50 | Partnership builder |
| Virat Kohli | IND | 0 (4), 2nd duck | Early blow |
| Xavier Bartlett | AUS | 3/39 | Top-order wrecker |
Who stole the show for you – Zampa or Rohit? Share in comments! Zampa interview on ICC site.
Tactical Insights: Smart Moves and Missed Tricks in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025
Tactics win games, and in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025, Australia’s nous trumped India’s execution. Marsh’s spin rotation post-Powerplay choked India, while Gill’s seam reliance backfired in the chase, as per ESPNcricinfo.
Bowling Tactics Breakdown
Australia: Hazlewood-Bartlett new-ball combo (5/68 together) set traps. Zampa’s mid-overs strangle (4/60) exploited no Kuldeep – former players slammed it on X: “Has Connolly faced Kuldeep?” Starc’s death yorkers sealed.
India: Arshdeep-Siraj Powerplay tight (83/1), but Rana’s short balls leaked 59. Spinners Axar-Sundar (3/89 off 17) contained but drops hurt. X fan @chatstwts: “Kuldeep absence cost dear.”
Tactics table:
| Team | Strength | Weakness |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Early seam + spin variety | Owen’s expense (10 econ) |
| India | Powerplay control | Fielding lapses (2 drops) |
Fielding and Captaincy Calls
India’s sloppiness – Axar drop off Short – echoed Perth. Gill stuck with Rana-Axar too long; Rohit advised mid-chase, per HT. Marsh rotated Connolly-Short cleverly.
Missed trick? No Kuldeep vs lefties like Connolly, as Shashi Tharoor (misnaming Bartlett) tweeted. Buzz moments: 3 from match – Kohli ovation, Short drops, Connolly fifty.
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Tactical deep-dive on The Hindu.
Stats and Records: Shocking Numbers from AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025
Cricket’s magic is in the numbers, and AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 broke a few. Rohit’s milestone, Kohli’s unwanted record – per Deepu Narayanan via Cricbuzz.
Key stats table:
| Stat | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 3rd in India’s ODI runs (11,436, over Ganguly) | ESPNcricinfo |
| Virat Kohli | 1st consecutive ODI ducks | ABC News |
| Cooper Connolly | Youngest AUS ODI 50 since 2006 (21y 62d) | NDTV |
| India vs AUS series (2016-) | 4 wins, 5 losses for IND | Indian Express |
| Adelaide ODI loss for IND | 1st since 2008 | Sportstar |
| Gill’s captaincy | Joins Wadekar et al. losing first 2 ODIs | Times Now |
| Zampa vs IND | 4/60, series-best | Firstpost |
India’s bilateral woes: Vs AUS, tough; vs others, dominant. X: “Stats don’t lie – transition pains.”
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Post-Match Reactions: Raw Emotions After AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025
The dressing rooms buzzed, and so did social media. Marsh: “Awesome crowds; future bright with Connolly.” Gill: “Enough on board, but drops killed us.” Zampa: “Great battle vs best team.”
Experts: Gavaskar on Rohit: “Fought initial phase.” Ashwin on Connolly: “Yuvraj-like drive.” X: @htTweets on series seal.
Iyer: “Partnership crucial vs Hazlewood.”
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Series Implications: What AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 Means for the Future
Australia’s 2-0 lead? Series in bag, whitewash hunt on. Youth like Connolly stakes 2027 WC claim; Marsh eyes Ashes depth. For India, Gill’s reign shaky (first 2 losses), Kohli’s form a worry – “Spoilt return,” per India Today. Play for pride in Sydney; avoid whitewash.
Outlook: India fixes fielding, adds spin? Australia builds bench. X: “Bright future for AUS.”
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Sydney preview on Outlook.
Top Highlights and Must-Watch Clips from AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025
Relive the magic:
- Zampa’s 4-fer: Flippers galore (YouTube: Zampa wickets).
- Connolly’s fifty: Calm six.
- Rohit’s sixes: Shackle-breakers.
- Owen blitz: 3 sixes in over.
- Kohli ovation: Emotional wave.
X clip from @ians_india: Short-Connolly stand.
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Conclusion: Lessons from AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 – What’s Next?
What a ride! Australia’s youth-powered triumph in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 exposed India’s transition tweaks needed – better fielding, spin options. Rohit’s fight inspires, Kohli’s comeback looms. Sydney awaits: Dead rubber or pride restorer?
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FAQs About AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025
1. Who won the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
Australia clinched a thrilling 2-wicket victory in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 at Adelaide Oval, chasing India’s 264/9 in 46.2 overs to secure the series 2-0. Matthew Short (74) and Cooper Connolly (61*) led the charge, as per ESPNcricinfo.
2. What was Rohit Sharma’s score in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
Rohit Sharma scored a gritty 73 off 97 balls (7 fours, 2 sixes) in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025, anchoring India’s innings. His knock surpassed Sourav Ganguly’s ODI runs tally, making him India’s third-highest run-scorer, per NDTV.
3. Why did Virat Kohli get a standing ovation in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
Virat Kohli received a standing ovation at Adelaide Oval despite scoring a duck, honoring his storied success at the venue across formats. It marked his first consecutive ODI ducks, a rare low in his career, as noted by Hindustan Times.
4. Who was the Player of the Match in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
Adam Zampa earned Player of the Match for his stellar 4/60 in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025. His spin dismantled India’s middle order, with wickets of Iyer, Rahul, Axar, and Reddy, per Cricbuzz.
5. What was the final score in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
India posted 264/9 in 50 overs, led by Rohit Sharma (73) and Shreyas Iyer (61). Australia chased 265/8 in 46.2 overs, with Matthew Short (74) and Cooper Connolly (61*) starring, as reported by Sportstar.
6. How did Cooper Connolly perform in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
Cooper Connolly scored an unbeaten 61 off 53 balls, his maiden ODI fifty, guiding Australia to victory in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025. At 21, he became the youngest Aussie to score an ODI fifty since 2006, per NDTV.
7. What was the role of Josh Hazlewood in AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
Josh Hazlewood bowled a wicketless but brilliant 0/29 in 10 overs, with 32 dots, earning praise as the “best none-for” by Mitchell Marsh. His seam movement troubled Rohit Sharma, setting up Australia’s attack, per ABC News.
8. Why did India lose the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
India’s loss in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 stemmed from dropped catches (Short twice), Virat Kohli’s duck, and a lack of spin variety (no Kuldeep). Shubman Gill noted fielding lapses as key, per Times Now.
9. What is the series status after AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
Australia leads 2-0 after winning the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025, sealing the series. The third ODI in Sydney on October 25, 2025, is a dead rubber, with India playing for pride, per India Today.
10. Where can I watch highlights of AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025?
Highlights of AUS vs IND 2nd ODI 2025 are available on JioHotstar and Star Sports in India. Key clips, like Adam Zampa’s 4 wickets and Cooper Connolly’s fifty, are on YouTube and Cricbuzz, with fan reactions buzzing on X.
