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India Beat Australia By 6 Runs In 5th T20I, Clinch Series 4-1

Shreyas Iyer's refined fifty combined well with fine death overs performance by inexperienced pace duo of Arshdeep Singh and Mukesh Kumar as India pipped Australia by six runs in a thrilling encounter to record a comprehensive 4-1 series win. Iyer's 53 off 37 balls was the force behind India's 160 for 8 on a tacky pitch at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Ben McDermott's bellicose half-century (54, 36b, 5x6) nearly trumped Iyer's effort, but the Aussies crumbled in the final lap to end up with 154 for eight. Needing only 10 off last over, Arshdeep held his nerve and gave away only three runs, repeatedly hitting the ideal block-hole length with consummate ease.

"Someone Like Sanju Samson Will...": AB De Villiers' Honest Take On Star's Inclusion For South Africa ODIs

India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has been in the news after he was recalled to the team for the upcoming tour of South Africa. Samson, who last played for India during the tour of Ireland earlier this year in August, has been added to the team for a three-match ODI series against the Proteas. The 29-year-old was ignored by the selectors for the Asia Cup and the ODI World Cup this year, raising doubts over his future in the team. However, former South Africa captain AB de Villiers was thrilled to see Samson back in the mix.

"He Said 'Let's Finish It'...": Naveen-Ul-Haq Opens Up On Controversy With Virat Kohli

The on-field spat between Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Virat Kohli and Lucknow Super Giants pacer Naveen-ul-Haq became one of the major highlights of IPL 2023. Both the players got indulged got into a heated exchange during their IPL match on May 1 in Lucknow. The incident snowballed into a massive controversy as both cricketers took their altercation to the next level in the customary post match handshake and LSG mentor Gautam Gambhir was too seen fuming on the field. However, all the tension between the two players came to an end when they faced each other during the ODI World Cup 2023 match between India and Afghanistan in October in Delhi.

Why Did Deepak Chahar Not Play In 5th T20I vs Australia? Suryakumar Yadav Reveals Reason

Australia skipper Matthew Wade won the toss and elected to field in the final T20I of the five-match series against India on Friday at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. India have already won the series by 3-1 following their victory in the fourth T20I. Australia will be looking to end the series on a high note on a ground that is one of the highest-scoring venues in India. Australia skipper Matthew Wade said during the toss, "We will have a bowl. The wicket feels a bit tacky. One change for us. Ellis comes in for Green. Exciting times for selectors and youngsters, to make a mark and put pressure on some of the spots."

"Most Ridiculous": England Great Blasts Timing Of India vs Australia T20I Series

There has been heavy criticism from fans and experts alike when it comes to the timing of the ongoing T20I series between India and Australia. The series started just four days after the Cricket World Cup 2023 final between the two sides and both countries fielded comparatively younger squads for the five matches. England cricket team legend Michael Vaughan took to social media to react to a recent interview of Australia cricketer Travis Head and criticised the timing of the series. "The most ridiculous series … Non of them should have been playing …," he posted on X (formerly known as Twitter).

India vs Australia Live Score, 5th T20I: Australia Skipper Matthew Wade Wins Toss, Opts To Bowl vs India

India vs Australia Live Updates, 5th T20I:The rain has stopped in Bengaluru and the covers have been taken off the field. The toss for the fifth and final T20I between India and Australia will take place in a few minutes.

"There's No Shortage Of Talent": India Great Backs Under-Fire Prasidh Krishna

India clinched the five-match T20I series against Australia after registering a 20-run victory in the fourth match on Friday in Raipur. Asked to bat first, India posted 174/9 in 20 overs with Rinku Singh scoring 46 off 29 balls. Later, the hosts restricted Australia at 154/7 after Axar Patel scalped three wickets. With this win, India have gained an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series. In the fourth match, Team India made a number of changes in their Playing XI and one of them was replacing Mukesh Kumar with pacer Prasidh Krishna.

Rishabh Pant To Replace MS Dhoni In Chennai Super Kings? Ex-India Star's Big Claim

IPL 2024 mini auctions are just around the corner and the fans are eagerly waiting for the commencement of the 17th edition of the tournament. Not just for breathtaking cricket but IPL also grabs a lot of attention as the fans get to witness former India skipper MS Dhoni in action. The 42-year-old wicketkeeper-batter, who has successfully led Chennai Super Kings to five IPL titles, confirmed his participation in the upcoming season. However, it will not be wrong to say that this season can be a farewell for Dhoni.

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India Beat Australia By 6 Runs In 5th T20I, Clinch Series 4-1

"Someone Like Sanju Samson Will...": AB De Villiers' Honest Take On Star's Inclusion For South Africa ODIs

"He Said 'Let's Finish It'...": Naveen-Ul-Haq Opens Up On Controversy With Virat Kohli

Why Did Deepak Chahar Not Play In 5th T20I vs Australia? Suryakumar Yadav Reveals Reason

"Most Ridiculous": England Great Blasts Timing Of India vs Australia T20I Series

India vs Australia Live Score, 5th T20I: Australia Skipper Matthew Wade Wins Toss, Opts To Bowl vs India

"There's No Shortage Of Talent": India Great Backs Under-Fire Prasidh Krishna

Rishabh Pant To Replace MS Dhoni In Chennai Super Kings? Ex-India Star's Big Claim