Ind vs Aus T20: Latest Matches, Results and Schedule

India secured the 2025 T20I series against Australia after winning two decisive matches before rain ended the tour in Brisbane. Abhishek Sharma topped the run charts with 163 runs and Shubman Gill contributed 132 runs across five matches that produced two washouts and one dominant Australian victory. Here’s what happened, when, and what it means heading into the next chapter of this rivalry.

Head-to-Head T20 Wins: India leads Australia · Recent 3rd T20I Result: India won by 5 wickets · Series Outcome: India won series after 5th match washout · T20 World Cup Meetings: India 4 wins out of 6 · 2025 Series Opener: Rain washout in Canberra

Who won most IND vs. Aus T20?

India holds a clear advantage in the overall T20I head-to-head record against Australia. Before the 2025 series, India had won 20 of 32 T20I encounters, Australia had won 11, with one no-result. The 2025 series added two more India wins and one Australia win (plus two no-results), further extending India’s lead in the rivalry.

Head-to-head record

India’s T20I dominance over Australia spans multiple years and venues. Their 20 wins prior to the 2025 series came across various conditions, including matches in Australia, India, and neutral venues. Australia’s 11 wins included notable victories, but they had struggled to sustain momentum against India’s batting lineup in recent years.

The two teams had met 32 times before this series began, with India’s superior record reflecting their depth in white-ball cricket and their ability to perform under pressure in high-stakes matches. Australia’s inability to close out close matches has been a recurring theme in this rivalry.

T20 World Cup meetings

India’s advantage is most pronounced in ICC T20 World Cup matches. India won 4 out of 6 T20 World Cup meetings against Australia, including their most recent encounter—a 24-run win in the Super Eight stage of the 2024 T20 World Cup.

These World Cup encounters have often been high-pressure matches where India’s experience and tactical flexibility gave them the edge. Australia’s two World Cup wins in this fixture came in earlier tournaments, with India dominating in recent years.

What this means: India’s T20I record against Australia reflects deep squad strength and tournament pedigree. For Australian cricket, closing this gap requires more consistent performances in must-win encounters.

What happened to the IND vs Aus T20 match?

The India tour of Australia 2025 featured five T20I matches between October 29 and November 8, 2025. The series produced two rain-affected no-results, one Australian win, and two Indian victories that ultimately decided the series outcome.

Recent match results

The series results were: washout (1st T20I, Canberra), Australia win by 4 wickets (2nd T20I, Melbourne), India win by 5 wickets (3rd T20I, Hobart), India win by 48 runs (4th T20I, Gold Coast), and no-result (5th T20I, Brisbane).

India’s victories in Hobart and Gold Coast proved decisive. Abhishek Sharma topped the series run-scoring with 163 runs, while Shubman Gill contributed 132 runs, including a 46-run effort in the Gold Coast win. Tim David (89 runs) and Marcus Stoinis (87 runs) were Australia’s leading run-scorers.

3rd T20I details

On November 2, 2025, at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, India chased down Australia’s 186/6 to win by 5 wickets. India reached 187 with 7 balls remaining. This win gave India a 2-1 lead in the series with two matches remaining.

What this means: The series highlighted India’s depth and ability to win in different scenarios, while Australia showed they can compete but struggled to close out matches consistently.

Who won the 3rd T20 IND vs. Aus?

India won the 3rd T20I by 5 wickets at Bellerive Oval in Hobart on November 2, 2025. Chasing 187, India reached the target with 7 balls to spare after dismissing Australia for 186/6. This victory moved India ahead 2-1 in the series with two matches remaining.

Scorecard summary

Australia posted 186/6 in their 20 overs, with India’s bowlers maintaining pressure throughout. India then chased confidently, reaching 187/5 in 18.5 overs. The win was straightforward rather than tense, with the top order contributing meaningfully after the Melbourne loss.

Key performers

Abhishek Sharma’s 163 series runs included crucial contributions at multiple venues. Shubman Gill’s 132 runs came at an important junction, stabilising the top order when needed. For Australia, Tim David and Marcus Stoinis provided firepower but lacked support from the rest of the batting lineup in key moments.

What this means: India’s win in Hobart was a statement victory. Chasing 187 comfortably away from home proved their depth and settled any questions about their ability to perform under pressure on Australian soil.

Why was IND vs. Aus cancelled?

Two of the five T20I matches in the India-Australia 2025 series were affected by rain and abandoned without a result. The first match in Canberra and the final match in Brisbane both ended as no-results, with the washout in Brisbane ultimately determining the series winner.

Rain impact

The series opener at Manuka Oval on October 29, 2025, was abandoned after only 9.4 overs of play. India had reached 97/1 when persistent rain made further play impossible. The match was reduced to 18 overs per side but was still abandoned. Only 9.4 overs of cricket was possible across the entire match.

The 5th T20I at Gabba on November 8, 2025, also ended as a no-result due to rain. With India leading 2-1 in the series, a win would have given them an unassailable lead, but the washout meant the series result remained in the balance until India’s 4th T20I win.

Series opener details

The abandoned series opener at Manuka Oval saw India bat first after Australia won the toss and chose to field. Shubman Gill scored 37 runs and Suryakumar Yadav added 39 before rain ended the innings. Abhishek Sharma was out for 35 when play was halted. No further play was possible on the day.

What this means: Rain disruptions forced both teams to adapt quickly and maintain focus across irregular scheduling. For India, winning two decisive matches before the final washout proved crucial.

Why is Hardik Pandya not playing against Australia?

Hardik Pandya was not part of India’s T20 squad for the 2025 tour of Australia. Suryakumar Yadav captained the side, with Shubman Gill serving as vice-captain. Pandya’s absence was a notable selection decision heading into the series.

Injury or selection status

The exact reason for Pandya’s non-selection for the Australia T20 series is not detailed in available sources. India’s selectors may have been managing his workload or preserving him for other formats, particularly with the ODI series against Australia concluding shortly before the T20 leg began.

Recent fines and form

Earlier in 2025, Hardik Pandya was fined INR 12 lakh for a slow over-rate violation during a Gujarat Titans match against Mumbai Indians in the IPL. Such penalties are standard when teams fail to maintain the required bowling rate, though this disciplinary action does not appear connected to his omission from the national T20 squad.

What this means: The omission raises questions about India’s selection strategy and Pandya’s future in the shortest format. With the T20 World Cup approaching in 2026, his role in the setup remains uncertain.

Match-by-match series timeline

Five T20Is, two washouts, one dominant Australian win, and two Indian victories that decided the series.

The pattern: India secured wins in Hobart and Gold Coast before rain ended the Brisbane finale. Australia won only at the MCG, where they chased successfully. Both teams preferred chasing on Australian pitches.

For cricket fans following India’s 2026 T20 World Cup preparations, the series delivered clear answers on player form and squad depth. Abhishek Sharma’s emergence as a reliable top-order option strengthens India’s batting, while the washouts underline the importance of winning before conditions intervene.