While nearly all past and present cricketers rely on test cricket, there is no doubt that the best Indian suit in international cricket is now the shortest format – T20 Internationals. With nearly the entire team fueled up in the T20 format until about a week before departing for Australia, it’s no wonder the mindset was seen at the one-day Internationals as well, and could even be seen in the upcoming test series. Those might not work, but for now, we’re in truncated mode, and there India is as good as anyone, including the hosts Australia. Thus, the victory in the latest ODI could well see confidence seep into the T20I team, making this series arguably India’s strongest suit during the Down Under tour.
This is a format in which the descent must be held for a shorter time, making the differences between the sides narrower. Here, a 70 or 80 knock to less than running a ball is good enough, as opposed to the 50 plus format where that may not get you past the finish line, as India found time and time again. .
The ODI series was effectively sealed by two centuries from Steve Smith and another from Aaron Finch, and the rest contributed. In contrast, India had one or two hits per game, giving them more than 300 runs in all games except just one win.
As for bowling, it would also appear that Indian bowlers would be happier bowling for short periods. Usually Yuzvendra Chahal was carried around in spells of more than 10, while four, sent in two or even three spells, could be different. The same applies to the other bowlers.
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As for Australia, they are essentially more professional in their approach. India works a lot on exaggeration and body language, especially from Captain Virat Kohli, to stimulate them. The Australians, on the other hand, have learned to channel this aggression into their hitting and bowling, and the results are there for all to see.
In essence, India has its best chance of winning an Australian series in the T20I format and could start well at the Manuka Oval in Canberra.
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