Arshdeep Singh Stars in Hobart as India Level T20I Series 1–1
His Player of the Match spell drew fresh endorsements from Irfan Pathan and Aaron Finch for a continued place in India’s XI.
Overview
- Playing his first match of the series, Arshdeep Singh took 3 for 35 to help keep Australia to 186 for 6 at Bellerive Oval.
- The left-arm seamer removed Travis Head and Josh Inglis in the powerplay before dismissing Marcus Stoinis at the death.
- India won the third T20I by five wickets with nine balls to spare, successfully chasing 187 to square the five-match contest.
- Washington Sundar finished the chase with an unbeaten 49 off 23 balls, providing decisive lower-order hitting.
- Irfan Pathan called Arshdeep’s inclusion essential and Aaron Finch praised his swing and powerplay impact, reinforcing his selection claims.