Varun Chakaravarthy’s Stunning Double Wicket Shifts Momentum for India

India’s Varun Chakaravarthy delivered a remarkable performance in the third T20I against Australia, taking two wickets in consecutive balls. This pivotal moment occurred on November 2, 2025, in Hobart, where he helped to turn the tide in India’s favor during a crucial stage of the match.

Chakaravarthy, currently ranked World No. 1 among bowlers, dismissed Australia’s captain, Mitchell Marsh, for 11 runs off 14 balls, followed by Mitchell Owen, who was out for a golden duck. These dismissals occurred in the ninth over of Australia’s innings, reducing the hosts to 73/4. Chakaravarthy’s first wicket came from a well-placed tossed-up delivery, which Marsh lofted into the air, allowing Tilak Varma to take a straightforward catch at long-off. The leg-spinner then bowled a clever googly to remove Owen, who attempted a cut shot, only to see the ball sneak through the gap between bat and pad to hit the stumps.

Chakaravarthy nearly completed a hat-trick with his next delivery, but Marcus Stoinis managed to survive. At the time of writing, the match was finely balanced, with Australia at 130/5 after 15 overs. Stoinis was at the crease with 35 runs off 22 balls, while Matthew Short contributed 2 runs off 4 balls. Earlier in the match, India’s Shivam Dube had dismissed Tim David, who scored an impressive 74 runs off 38 balls.

Chakaravarthy not only excelled in this match but has been a standout performer throughout the series. He also took two wickets in the second T20I, bringing his total to 23 wickets in 13 matches this year, excluding the ongoing game against Australia. His impressive form has been crucial for India’s bowling attack.

The match is part of a five-match T20I series, with Australia leading 1-0 after their victory in the second T20I by four wickets. In that match, India struggled, being bowled out for just 125 runs in Melbourne. The series opener faced disruption, as it was abandoned due to rain. With the stakes high, the Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian side is eager to level the series at 1-1 and regain their footing.

As the match progresses, cricket enthusiasts can follow the live updates and scores for the AUS vs IND 2025 third T20I for more thrilling moments. The series continues to showcase the competitive spirit and skill of both teams, making it a must-watch for cricket fans worldwide.