AUS v IND 2025: WATCH- Tim David falls victim to Varun Chakaravarthy’s mind games

AUS v IND 2025: Tim David Falls Prey to Varun Chakravarthy’s Mind Games

Australia won the second T20I against India by 4 wickets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on October 31, 2025.

Match Summary

India, batting first on a challenging pitch favoring pacers, scored 125 runs in 18.4 overs. Abhishek Sharma, the Indian opener, led with an impressive 68 runs from 37 balls. Josh Hazlewood was the pick of the Australian bowlers, taking three wickets.

In response, Australia's opening duo, Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head, gave a strong start, putting on 51 runs for the first wicket in 27 balls. Varun Chakravarthy dismissed Travis Head for 28 runs, and Kuldeep Yadav later took Mitch Marsh’s wicket when he scored 46 off 26 balls.

Tim David and Varun Chakravarthy’s Duel

Tim David arrived at the crease facing intense psychological pressure from Varun Chakravarthy and India captain Suryakumar Yadav. The Indians employed clever tactics, including positioning Tilak Varma at short-leg, provoking reactions from David.

David managed just one run off Chakravarthy but eventually lost his wicket attempting to defend a bouncing delivery, resulting in an easy catch for Varun.

Varun Chakravarthy of Team India outfoxed Australia's middle-order batter Tim David with his techniques during the second T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Tim David and Varun Chakravarthy were playing some serious mind games. #AUSvIND

Key Performances

India’s strategic bowling and psychological tactics played a crucial role in challenging Australia’s middle order despite a low first-innings total.

Author’s summary: Varun Chakravarthy’s tactical bowling and mind games significantly disrupted Australia’s middle order, highlighting India’s strategic edge despite a low total.

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