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FOUR!

Aaron Finch gets his sixth boundary of the innings, directing the short ball over mid-wicket.

Finch brings up his 50 with a six

Aaron Finch has completed his 28th ODI half-century, with a six. Finch played a slog sweep after going down on one knee, smashing the full ball over deep mid-wicket.

FOUR!

David Warner gets his seventh boundary of the innings, following a wayward delivery bowled down leg-side by Yuzvendra Chahal. Warner got down and played a sweep shot, past the diving backward square leg fielder with the ball going on to hit the boundary ropes.

Australia continue to keep the scoreboard ticking

Australia have reached a score of 117 runs without losing a single wicket, in 20 overs. Warner and Finch are looking quite comfortable in the middle, which is a source of concern for Virat Kohli. Australia 117/0 after 20 overs

SIX!

David Warner is scoring freely off Yuzvendra Chahal, lofting the leg-spinner over long-on. While the fielder in the deep attempted his best with a fine jump, the ball managed to evade him.

100-up for Australia

Australia have crossed the 100-run mark at the end of 16 overs, with Aaron Finch inching closer to his 50. Warner is continuing to score at a brisk pace. This is the fifth 100 plus partnership for the duo against India, which is the most by a pair for Australia. Australia 101/0 after 16 overs

David Warner survives a close-call

David Warner manages to get back to the crease, in the nick of time following some miscommunication with Aaron Finch. While KL Rahul thought he had completed a quick stumping, Warner is safe as confirmed by the third umpire. 

Warner survives a close run-out call! #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/43PWvydzgZ

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FOUR!

Fifth boundary of the innings for Aaron Finch, who plays a fine cover-drive off an overpitched delivery by Jasprit Bumrah.

FOUR!

Aaron Finch looks eager to score faster, as evident from a pull shot behind square on the leg-side, off a short delivery.

FOUR!

Aaron Finch has recovered from the blow quick enough, getting a boundary off a short delivery. Finch got a top edge after attempting to pull the ball, which went on to hit the fine leg boundary.

Aaron Finch in a state of discomfort after being hit on the stomach

Aaron Finch has been hit on the stomach after failing to negotiate a quick and high full toss from Navdeep Saini. The delivery has been deemed as a no-ball for height. There was some banter between Finch and KL Rahul, on show as well. 

KL Rahul just checking on Aaron Finch after getting hit by a full toss #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/lb9Kzthisl

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Half-century for David Warner

Back-to-back half-centuries for David Warner, following a single off a delivery bowled slowly through the air. Warner has now hit 23 half-centuries in ODI cricket.

A 39-ball 50 for David Warner! #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/k7Mx2407Et

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FOUR!

David Warner follows up the six with a boundary off Chahal, smashing the short and wide delivery through covers.

Yuzvendra Chahal introduced into the attack

Yuzvendra Chahal has been brought into the attack, marking an early introduction of spin.

Australia off to a steady start

Australia have scored 59 runs off the opening 10 overs, without losing a wicket. Warner and Finch have kept the scoreboard ticking, without indulging in unnecessary risks. Australia 59/0 after 10 overs

After 10 overs, Australia are 0-59.

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FOUR!

Navdeep Saini continues to concede runs, as Aaron Finch walks down the track converting the full delivery into a half-volley, hitting the ball over mid-off.

50-up for Australia

Australia have reached the 50-run mark at the end of eight overs, marking the 50-run partnership between Finch and Warner as well. Warner gets his second boundary off Shami, cutting the short ball over backward point. Australia 50/0 after 8 overs

FOUR!

David Warner gets his fourth boundary of the innings, which is further his first boundary scored against Mohammed Shami. Warner pulled the ball in the gap between mid-wicket and mid-on following a short of length delivery.

FOUR!

David Warner gets his second boundary off Navdeep Saini, backing away and directing the good length delivery in the gap between mid-off and extra cover.

FOUR!

David Warner continues to score freely against Navdeep Saini, freeing his arms and smashing the ball over mid-off.

Mohammed Shami continues to impress with some tight bowling

Mohammed Shami has been quite impressive early on, maintaining discipline with his line and length. Shami conceded just two runs off his third over, following singles off the final two deliveries.

Saini concedes 9 runs off his opening over

Navdeep Saini concedes three singles following a six off the opening delivery, making it nine runs from his first over. Australia 27/0 after 5 overs

SIX!

David Warner welcomes Navdeep Saini into the attack with a six. Saini bowled a short delivery from round the wicket, which Warner pulled over the square leg boundary having picked the length early.

Bang! David Warner clears the rope for the first time today!

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Navdeep Saini into the attack

Navdeep Saini has been introduced into the attack, marking the first change in the bowling. Skipper Virat Kohli will be optimistic of Saini delivering an early breakthrough, which has eluded India so far.

FOUR!

Aaron Finch breaks the shackes with a much-needed boundary off Jasprit Bumrah. Bumrah bowled a full delivery onto Finch’s pads, with the opener taking full advantage.

Bumrah starts off with a maiden

Jasprit Bumrah has maintained the pressure on the Australian openers, with a maiden off his first over.

Mohammed Shami ensures a tight first over

Mohammed Shami has delivered an economical start for Team India with the ball, conceding just four runs from the opening over of the innings. Shami did not concede a single run barring a boundary, with Jasprit Bumrah set to share the new ball.

FOUR!

David Warner gets an early boundary off the fourth delivery of the opening over, taking advantage of a short of length ball which was slightly wayward.

Players out in the middle

Australia openers David Warner and Aaron Finch have walked out, and seem ready to start the innings. Mohammed Shami will be opening the bowling for Team India.

Moises Henriques will be playing his first ODI since 2017

Australian all-rounder Moises Henriques is set to make his first appearance for the national team in the 50-over format, for the first time since 2017. It is also only his 12th match since his debut 11 years ago.

Slow Over-Rate A Concern For Team India

Moises Henriques replaces Marcus Stoinis, marking only change in both sides

Moises Henriques has been included in the Australian lineup, as a replacement for Marcus Stoinis who is injured. Finch termed Henriques’ ability to bowl as the factor which played a role in his selection. This is the only change in the lineup for both teams.

Lineups

Australia XI: Aaron Finch (c), David Warner, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Moises Henriques, Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins, Mitch Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood.

India XI: Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal, Virat Kohli (c), Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Navdeep Saini, Jasprit Bumrah.

Aaron Finch wins toss, opts to bat

Australia skipper Aaron Finch has won the toss and opted to bat in this virtual series-decider.

Temperature expected to push 40C today

Weather certainly does not seem to be pleasant in Sydney, with the the temperature expected to push 40C today. It will be interesting to see the decision of the captain winning the toss.

The thermometer will be pushing 40C today in Sydney!

Win the toss and ? #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/Z3WHczS07a

— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 29, 2020

Will Michael Vaughan’s prediction be proved right today?

Australia vs India 2nd ODI: Live Streaming, Broadcast Details

Hello and welcome!

Hello and welcome everyone to our live coverage of the second ODI of the three-match series between Australia and India. The game is taking place at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The visitors need a win to stay alive in the series, after being defeated in the opening game by 66 runs.