Australia and India, two of cricket’s recently minted and most fearsome rivals, are primed to renew their T20 series. While the opener was rained out, the competition will continue on! Their first match in Canberra was washed out due to bad weather and no matches were able to be played. Both sides are in action mode now as they prepare for the second T20. Like its predecessors, it’s scheduled to be held at the legendary Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne.
Fans from each country were just as excited for the opening of the series. Fans were in for an action packed showcase of T20 cricket! Mother Nature had different ideas, and just minutes before the match was set to kick off, officials were forced to cancel the match due to inclement weather. This frustrating outcome for players, and certainly for fans, too, injects some extra urgency into what’s sure to be an exciting rematch—potentially back in Melbourne.
With the series tied at no wins apiece, both teams are anxious to grab the win in the highly anticipated game two. Australia, known for its strong home advantage, will look to capitalize on the support of local fans at the MCG. India is famous for its smart play, with a technically sound batting line-up. With a lackluster performance behind them, the team looks to bounce back and deliver an impressive performance.
The Melbourne Cricket Ground, one of the most famous venues in international cricket. It will be an absolutely appropriate arena for this thrilling match up. With its fine international history and the capacity to hold over 120,000 roaring spectators, the MCG should provide a spectacular setting. Look forward to it being filled with enthusiastic, vocal fans excited to support their teams!
Stars on both teams have said they can’t wait to play in this much-anticipated contest. They understand the significance of this series not only for national pride but for ranking points in the international T20 format. The cricket-loving public will be praying that the weather plays ball on this occasion and delivers what promises to be a rip-roaring contest.
