Rajkot: Australia put an end to their string of defeats with a resounding 66-run victory over India in the third One Day International (ODI) match. Despite this win, the series was clinched by India, who had triumphed in the previous two ODIs. In their pursuit of a formidable 353-run target set by Australia, India was thwarted, managing to reach only 286 runs in 49.4 overs.
Although Australia claimed victory in the third ODI, the overall series score favored India, with a 2-1 lead. The Australian team showcased their batting prowess, amassing a commanding total of 352 for 7. Mitchell Marsh led the charge with a stellar 96 runs, well-supported by Steve Smith (74), Marnus Labuschagne (72), and David Warner (56), all contributing impactful innings. Among the Indian bowlers, Jasprit Bumrah stood out, taking three crucial wickets for 81 runs.
India’s chase showed promise early on, thanks to a valiant effort from their captain Rohit Sharma, who scored 81 runs, and Virat Kohli, who added 56 runs to the tally. However, their momentum was soon quelled by the off-spin brilliance of Glenn Maxwell.
Despite this loss, India retained the series trophy with their previous victories. The third ODI provided an exciting conclusion to the series, highlighting the competitive spirit of both teams.