The thrilling five-match T20I series between Australia and India reaches its grand finale with the fifth and final match set to take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on November 5, 2025. After the first match was washed out, Australia claimed the second T20, before India struck back in the third. Australia then edged out India in a tense fourth T20, taking a 2–1 lead, setting up a high-stakes final clash where India must win to level the series, while Australia will aim to seal a memorable home-series victory.
With both teams showcasing power-packed batting, tactical bowling, and world-class fielding across the series, the decider promises drama, big moments, and a fitting conclusion at one of cricket’s most iconic venues.
Live Streaming Info
Watch AUS vs IND live on Fox Sports and Kayo Sports (Australia), Star Sports and Disney+ Hotstar (India), Ten Sports (Pakistan), and Willow TV (USA). Match Start Time: 7:00 PM Local (AEDT) / 08:00 AM GMT / 1:30 PM IST
Team Analysis
Australia enter the final T20 with momentum after their narrow win in the fourth match. Under the leadership of Pat Cummins, the home side has looked well-balanced and disciplined. Travis Head and Josh Inglis have been the standout performers at the top, combining aggression with controlled shot selection. In the middle order, Mitchell Marsh and Glenn Maxwell remain Australia’s biggest weapons, capable of converting steady starts into massive totals.
Australia’s bowling unit continues to be a major strength. Mitchell Starc has delivered with new-ball swing and yorkers at the death, while Cummins’ variations and hard lengths have kept batters in check. Adam Zampa, with his accuracy and ability to produce wickets in the middle overs, will once again be central to Australia’s strategy. Fielding — sharp catches, direct hits, and fast boundary coverage — has been a standout feature throughout the series and could be decisive in a high-pressure final.
India walk into the decider knowing this is their final opportunity to salvage a drawn series. Their top order, led by Shubman Gill, will need to provide a solid foundation at the MCG’s big boundaries. Shreyas Iyer has been consistent in anchoring the innings, while Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya remain crucial for power-hitting in the later stages.
On the bowling front, India will continue to rely on Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh for early breakthroughs and death-overs control. Ravi Bishnoi, with his variations, googlies, and attacking mindset, has been India’s standout spinner and will play a crucial role on the MCG surface. All-rounders Hardik Pandya and Washington Sundar add depth to both departments and will be indispensable in managing pressure moments with bat or ball.
Match Insights and Conclusion
The iconic MCG pitch traditionally offers true bounce and rewards stroke-making, especially under lights. However, its large boundaries make running between the wickets vital and reward teams that can rotate strike consistently. Spinners may find grip during the middle overs, while pacers who hit back-of-length deliveries often trouble batters due to the extra bounce.
The toss could be crucial — teams chasing have enjoyed success here in T20s, especially if dew settles late in the evening. Australia’s familiarity with home conditions gives them an advantage, but India’s resilience and depth ensure this will be a tightly contested finale. With the series on the line, the AUS vs IND 5th T20I 2025 promises high-voltage cricket, tactical brilliance, and match-defining moments. Whether India force a 2–2 draw or Australia seal the series 3–1, fans can expect a blockbuster finish fitting for such a competitive series.
