Published on: Oct 27, 2025 5:30 pm IST|Updated on: Oct 28, 2025 9:45 am IST
Back in 2016, Team India scripted history by whitewashing Australia 3-0 in a T20I series on their own turf, a feat no team had achieved against the Aussies in any format at home for over 80 years. That landmark triumph paved the way for Team India’s success in the shortest format in overseas conditions. Fast forward to 2025, and the Men in Blue are once again gearing up to challenge Australia in a five-match T20I series of the India Tour of Australia 2025 starting October 29, with the opening game set at Manuka Oval, Canberra. Check out the full schedule,
Despite Australia’s home advantage and recent ODI success, India enters the series with a potent mix of fearless youth, world-class bowling, and tactical depth. Here are three compelling reasons why India can repeat history and clinch the T20I series in the India Tour of Australia 2025.
India’s batting unit is undergoing a thrilling evolution. Young talents like Abhishek Sharma, Rinku Singh, and Tilak Varma have injected a dose of audacity and unpredictability into the lineup. These batters don’t wait to settle as they attack from ball one, often targeting the toughest overs with fearless strokeplay. Abhishek’s explosive starts, Rinku’s finishing fireworks, and Tilak’s ability to shift gears make India’s middle order a dynamic threat.
Backing this youthful exuberance are seasoned campaigners like Sanju Samson and captain Suryakumar Yadav. Samson’s clean hitting and ability to dominate spin in the middle overs add stability, while Surya’s 360-degree batting remains one of the most disruptive forces in T20 cricket. His ability to dismantle bowling attacks with unconventional strokes and relentless intent makes him a nightmare for opposition captains.
Together, this blend of youth and experience gives India a batting lineup capable of chasing down daunting totals or setting targets that stretch Australia’s depth. On Australian pitches that offer true bounce and pace, India’s aggressive batters could thrive and dictate terms from the outset.
Jasprit Bumrah’s return to the T20I setup is a massive boost for India. The right-arm quick has been in sensational form, particularly during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024–25, where he tormented Australia’s top order and claimed over 30 wickets across five Tests. His ability to generate pace, bounce, and movement, even on flat tracks, makes him a lethal weapon in any format.
Australia’s vulnerability against high-quality pace has been exposed repeatedly. Shamar Joseph rattled them with raw speed, Haris Rauf exploited their indecision with bounce, and Bumrah’s surgical precision left them gasping for answers. His deceptive action, pinpoint yorkers, and ability to bowl in all phases of the innings make him indispensable in T20s.
In Australian conditions, where the new ball can zip around under lights and the bounce is consistent, Bumrah’s presence could tilt the balance in India’s favor. Whether it’s breaking partnerships, applying pressure in the death overs, or striking early blows, Bumrah’s return gives India a psychological and tactical edge over a batting unit that’s still searching for answers against elite pace.
Spin may not be the first weapon that comes to mind on Australian soil, but India’s spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy have proven time and again that they don’t need turning tracks to be effective. Their strength lies in variation, control, and the ability to choke run flow in the middle overs.
Kuldeep, with his left-arm chinaman deliveries, has rediscovered his rhythm and confidence. He’s been consistently picking wickets while maintaining a tight economy, making him a valuable middle-overs enforcer. Varun, on the other hand, brings mystery and unpredictability. His subtle variations in pace and trajectory often deceive batters, especially those unfamiliar with his style.
Australia’s batters, while aggressive, have shown susceptibility to spin under pressure, especially the inexperienced middle order, which both Kuldeep and Varun would be targeting. The duo’s ability to bowl in tandem and build dot-ball pressure could force rash strokes and misjudgments. Even if the surface doesn’t offer a sharp turn, their control and tactical nous can restrict scoring and create breakthroughs.