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Another Rohit ton, another Australia win
Australia 3 for 309 (Bailey 76*, Marsh 71, Finch 71) beat India 8 for 308 (Rohit 124, Rahane 89, Kohli 59) by 7 wickets
Scorecard and ball-by-ball details
In the first ODI in Perth, India batted first, Rohit Sharma scored a century, and Australia were set 310 for victory. In the second ODI in Brisbane, India batted first, Rohit Sharma scored a century, and Australia were set 309 for victory. In Perth, Australia won with four balls to spare. In Brisbane, Australia won with six balls to spare. In both cases, and both chases, George Bailey was key. It was expected that the Gabba would serve up something similar to the WACA, but not this similar.
The end result was that Australia have a 2-0 lead and in Melbourne on Sunday they have the chance to wrap a series win with two to play. Perhaps at the MCG the teams will mix things up a bit. Not that everything in Brisbane was the same as Perth. Australia were 2 for 21 in the first game after their openers both fell cheaply; in the second game, Aaron Finch and Shaun Marsh put on 145 for the opening stand to set up the chase.
But on neither occasion did India truly make the most of the chance to bat first in good conditions. Harsh as it is to criticise 300-plus scores, in both matches they had such strong platforms that totals in the 350 range seemed feasible. Instead, Rohit's hundreds have both gone in vain. And India's streak of completed games against Australia in Australia without a win now stretches to 10, across all formats.
Once again Australia paced their pursuit to perfection. Never did their required run rate get near eight an over, and for much of the innings it hovered around six. A run a ball is very gettable for a team that can keep wickets in hand, and India's bowlers were unable to create enough chances to prevent Australia from doing that. Not that they grabbed every opportunity; Ishant Sharma dropped a sitter when Marsh was on 19, and a straightforward run-out chance also went begging.
Marsh and Finch continued their strong association at the top of the order, albeit only temporary for the time being while David Warner is on paternity leave. With a five-innings minimum, no Australian ODI opening partnership has a better average than the 75.42 that Marsh and Finch average for their stands. It took a magnificent catch to end the partnership, when Finch on 71 lifted Ravindra Jadeja to long-off and Ajinkya Rahane snared it low to the ground.
Five overs later, Marsh also fell for 71 when his leading edge lobbed up and was caught by Virat Kohli at cover, giving Ishant his first ODI wicket since 2014. But Bailey and Steven Smith had taken the match out of India's hands in Perth, and again they did so in Brisbane. Their 78-run stand steadied Australia's chase and although Smith was bowled by Umesh Yadav for 46, with nearly ten overs remaining, Bailey steered the chase home.
Glenn Maxwell finished on 26 and hit the winning runs, but Bailey's 76 not out from 58 balls was the difference. He lifted his tempo just when Australia needed him to, and brought up his fifty from his 41st delivery by crunching Barinder Sran over long-off for his only six. Bailey's record against India only continues to improve: with a 500-run minimum, nobody in ODI history has a better average against India than Bailey's 95.85.
Rohit holds the same record against Australia: with a 500-run minimum, nobody in ODI history has a better average against Australia than Rohit's 71.93. In his past five innings against Australia, Rohit has scored 209, 138, 34, 171* and now 124. Australia were fortunate that the one failure amongst those innings came in the World Cup semi-final, when he was bowled by Mitchell Johnson.
There is no Johnson now, and an inexperienced attack featuring Joel Paris, Scott Boland, Kane Richardson, John Hastings and James Faulkner struggled to contain Rohit at the Gabba. It was a stroke of luck for Australia that finally ended Rohit's innings, when Rahane's straight drive clipped the fingers of the bowler Faulkner and ricocheted back onto the stumps with Rohit out of his crease, backing up.
The Australians would argue they should have had Rohit on 89, when he the umpire failed to detect an edge behind off Paris, but by then he had already set India's innings up nicely. But this was not simply the Rohit show. As in Perth, Kohli provided strong support with a half-century after opener Shikhar Dhawan fell in single figures, but this time Rahane, who had not been required to bat at the WACA, was the other key man.
Rahane joined Rohit in the 24th over and they combined for a 121-run third-wicket stand that only ended with Rohit's run-out. Rahane fell short of a century himself, caught for 89 off 80 deliveries when he skied a Faulkner slower ball to deep midwicket in the 49th over. It was one of four wickets that fell in the last two overs: Manish Pandey also skied a catch off a Faulkner legcutter for 6, then R Ashwin was caught trying to ramp Hastings in the last over for 1, and Jadeja was run out last ball.
It was a disappointing finish for India, and the last ten overs had brought just 75 runs for the loss of six wickets. It was a period that arguably lost India the match after their strong start. As in the first game, Dhawan fell cheaply - this time he edged behind for 6 to give Paris his first ODI wicket - but again Kohli and Rohit put on an excellent display of rebuilding. Their 125-run stand ticked the score along with ease and little risk; Kohli cruised to his half-century from 60 deliveries.
Australia's bowlers looked about as likely to strike as lightning, and it took an electric throw from Richardson at deep fine leg to break the partnership when Kohli was run out for 59. Rahane proved a more than adequate replacement, and another century stand again was ended by a run out. Rohit struck 11 fours and only two came in front of the wicket, although he also cleared the boundary three times with ease.
His century came up from his 112th delivery - as in Perth, it came in the 37th over of the innings - and India looked well set with 10 overs to go, at 2 for 233. But Rohit was run out, MS Dhoni was caught in the deep for 11 to give Boland his first ODI wicket, and Australia's bowlers used their variations well. By the end of India's innings it looked like Perth all over again, and by the end of Australia's the similarities were even more striking.
Brydon Coverdale is an assistant editor at ESPNcricinfo. @brydoncoverdale
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Freedom Bírd on January 19, 2016, 5:42 GMT
Australia is playing like,,,,, every target is chaseable fo thrm... i heard from commrntators dat 296 will b difficult rather than previoud two but they chase down earliet than previous matchess
Calculation on January 18, 2016, 10:47 GMT
S.Dhawan is top ten list of icc odi mens ranking....seriously man.
varadarajan on January 16, 2016, 23:11 GMT
Personal targets achievement seem to be of more importance than the team. As I said ,if set batsmen can not push up scoring,especially when the pitch is flat, the team suffers. Let Rohit make a ton in each match and Kohli a fifty, but in this match India could not have crossed 300 but for Rahane upping the ante a bit. Bowlers have let down India and blaming Dhoni is silly. Hope at MCG the Indians chase, let us see.
Muthuvel on January 16, 2016, 22:20 GMT
I think its not possible to beat this Aus team in flat decks. None for any one. Let us See Finch,Warner,Maxy,Bailey,Smith,Marsh..hell no. Unless you have a prime dale steyn or akram.
Kashif on January 16, 2016, 14:18 GMT
Another sachin tendulkar for india
Mohsin on January 16, 2016, 12:15 GMT
@ ACricklover... Eng beat India twice very easily in the Tri-series before the CWC. Hope u had watched that too.
Brokensaint on January 16, 2016, 11:10 GMT
no nagpur sand pit to save the Indians now.....go Australia
jitendra on January 16, 2016, 11:00 GMT
all this talk about 300s being chased, rohits dot balls etc. but no mention of bowling on such dead wickets. yes india lost 8 wickets but dhawan threw his wicket away, and india's 2 main batsmen were run out and the rest fell going for 6s (or were tailenders). so just remember that even aussie bowlers have struggled on BOTH pitches and they are HOME bowlers. but india do have a problem with their attack especially when there's nothing in it for the spinners!
Asif on January 16, 2016, 10:21 GMT
Well normally I would not support India but it is Australia, so I feel sorry for the effort Sharma and all put in. India needs to get all the Aussies 10 batsmen out, otherwise there is no stopping them. Good Luck in the next three games India.
carl on January 16, 2016, 9:56 GMT
I remember Dhoni being a force in the 2011 world cup, can forgive him now not being quite the same dominator, but an inform MS is definitely good for world cricket
Freedom Bírd on January 19, 2016, 5:42 GMT
Australia is playing like,,,,, every target is chaseable fo thrm... i heard from commrntators dat 296 will b difficult rather than previoud two but they chase down earliet than previous matchess
Calculation on January 18, 2016, 10:47 GMT
S.Dhawan is top ten list of icc odi mens ranking....seriously man.
varadarajan on January 16, 2016, 23:11 GMT
Personal targets achievement seem to be of more importance than the team. As I said ,if set batsmen can not push up scoring,especially when the pitch is flat, the team suffers. Let Rohit make a ton in each match and Kohli a fifty, but in this match India could not have crossed 300 but for Rahane upping the ante a bit. Bowlers have let down India and blaming Dhoni is silly. Hope at MCG the Indians chase, let us see.
Muthuvel on January 16, 2016, 22:20 GMT
I think its not possible to beat this Aus team in flat decks. None for any one. Let us See Finch,Warner,Maxy,Bailey,Smith,Marsh..hell no. Unless you have a prime dale steyn or akram.
Kashif on January 16, 2016, 14:18 GMT
Another sachin tendulkar for india
Mohsin on January 16, 2016, 12:15 GMT
@ ACricklover... Eng beat India twice very easily in the Tri-series before the CWC. Hope u had watched that too.
Brokensaint on January 16, 2016, 11:10 GMT
no nagpur sand pit to save the Indians now.....go Australia
jitendra on January 16, 2016, 11:00 GMT
all this talk about 300s being chased, rohits dot balls etc. but no mention of bowling on such dead wickets. yes india lost 8 wickets but dhawan threw his wicket away, and india's 2 main batsmen were run out and the rest fell going for 6s (or were tailenders). so just remember that even aussie bowlers have struggled on BOTH pitches and they are HOME bowlers. but india do have a problem with their attack especially when there's nothing in it for the spinners!
Asif on January 16, 2016, 10:21 GMT
Well normally I would not support India but it is Australia, so I feel sorry for the effort Sharma and all put in. India needs to get all the Aussies 10 batsmen out, otherwise there is no stopping them. Good Luck in the next three games India.
carl on January 16, 2016, 9:56 GMT
I remember Dhoni being a force in the 2011 world cup, can forgive him now not being quite the same dominator, but an inform MS is definitely good for world cricket
umair on January 16, 2016, 9:36 GMT
Last time India visited Australia, the situation compelled Dhoni to retire from test cricket. Now it's like he may quit ODIs. He has to be blamed for not adding fast runs at a strike rate of 200%. Kohli's keeping his fingers crossed.
subhasish on January 16, 2016, 9:09 GMT
Luck ashwood@ I totally agree with you yes batsman job to score runs but according to the situation Rohit Sharma face lots ball to score century in todays cricket on flat pitches u don't need that many balls to score centuries I agree if pitch was difficult u should take extra balls but in flat pitches as a batsman u don't need to west valuable balls rohit Sharma need to change his mind set at the moment he plays to conservative cricket don't take any risk Australia bating line up is very strong India should target at least 330 to give challenge to Australia that's why Dhoni says Indian batsman need to play freely at the moment Rohit Sharma play to slowly yes he score centuries but India lose the match...
Shameek on January 16, 2016, 8:44 GMT
Can't believe some fans criticizing Kohli and even Rohit for their strike rates. They scored runs at decent rates after losing Dhawan early each time. Look at Finch and Marsh yesterday. Both had strike rates in the mid ops. That's normal for people trying to build an innings. You can't ask a batsman to hold the innings together like Rohit has and still score at astronomical rates. Its the lower middle order that has failed to accelerate effectively. But to be honest 310 should be a defendable score. Indian bowlers need to have very specific plans. And the catching needs to improve as well.
Rajesh on January 16, 2016, 8:32 GMT
It's not important that who is going first in a marathon race initially..What's more important is, who is going to come from last to first to win the race in the end...India will bounce back strongly in the coming matches to win the series 3-2...Just mark my words...Cricinfo please publish
NAYAM on January 16, 2016, 8:30 GMT
So much for dhoni being hailed as one of the 'greatest' finishers in the game and still he couldn't take India past 330-350 with such a good platform set in both the games.#Overrated
ESPN on January 16, 2016, 7:55 GMT
@Dunger Bob Graeme Swann was successfully as an off-spinner in the 10/11 ashes but he struggled in the 13/14 series so much that he retired once the ashes were won.Every off spinner struggles in Australia at some point even Murali struggled
pratap on January 16, 2016, 7:45 GMT
I wish Dhoni scores a hundred in 75 balls and Jadeja gets 5 wickets to make India defeat Australia in the present ODI series.
dharam on January 16, 2016, 7:36 GMT
Rohit should have walked. Not that it was going to make any difference to the end result. India I lacking someone who can come in 40th over and score a quick 30 or 40 runs in 10 or so balls. I think Dhoni Is quite capable of doing that but he is past his prime. Anyway it was still an interesting contest. Good luck to both teams at MCG.
arunac2891625 on January 16, 2016, 7:32 GMT
Australia should allow their under 19 team to play the remaining 3 ODIs since they are gonna miss the u19 world cup. Should be a fair matchup provided Sharma and Kholi get some runs again
Scott on January 16, 2016, 7:21 GMT
@ ankush0531 - agree. Commentary here goes quiet when the decision goes the other way...............
Sam on January 16, 2016, 6:36 GMT
@TendulkarDrives I don't know if sacking Dhoni is the answer to India's current malaise. This is not an individual sport. At the end of the day, a Captain - while the buck does stop with him - can only do so much. Our batsmen need to play to reach a specific target rather than reach a personal milestone. Our bowlers need to learn to put the ball in the right places - which they did once every blue moon - and our fielders need to make the most of even those half-chances. I found great delight in a shrewd observation made by a fan from Pakistan (featured on this thread) who suggested that India by and large has been favoring a 'batting culture.' He is right! IPL does not favor bowlers. T20s are created to appease 'hit-hungry' savages who care nothing for finesse or timing just monster bats with gigantic edges, short boundaries, flat tracks and brute power. Bowlers are not bowling to take wickets. They are too busy trying not to look stupid before millions. God help us.
SRIDHAR on January 16, 2016, 6:20 GMT
Its being discussed everywhere that India lost the game because of bad bowling. That isnt true if you really analyze the way thing go with the Indian team. Firstly we have players struggling at the top. Shikar Dhawan has been consistently failing and not sure how he finds a place at the top every time. Second look at Dhoni's contribution. Its basically that he has lost touch with his batting and gone are the helicopter shots. If people think that Indian bowlers were thrashed, so were Aussie bowlers. The difference was the way we batted and the way they batted. Things slow down for Rohit to complete his century. That's the mind set we have. Cos we recognize only the three digit score and ignore the rest. Its time Dhoni steps out and hands over the gloves to an younger budding player who can also strike the ball. Most importantly, the team needs to gear up to play the last 10 overs. At a minimum 100 runs are expected.
prajwal on January 16, 2016, 6:18 GMT
still how many matches india has to lose to get rid of dhoni as a captain and as batsman. common aussies thrash this indian team 5-0.
Mark on January 16, 2016, 6:12 GMT
Jjjake : I'm a leggie and I feel like hitting the deck mate.
aruna on January 16, 2016, 6:12 GMT
@ZULU.ZEITGEIST, right on point
ankush on January 16, 2016, 6:07 GMT
Nothing to discuss about this match except one faulty decision by umpire which went in favour of Rohit. To my surprise, no one is talking about that Rohit should have walked when he nicked caught behind on 89 like one day before Bailly was given advice by fans. Further, none is talking about DRS. Nice tolerance.
Agnel on January 16, 2016, 6:05 GMT
Rohit Sharma is the true successor of Sachin Tendulkar - score ton, lose match!
Sam on January 16, 2016, 5:54 GMT
When Indian spinners were bamboozling the South Africans with balls that were turning square on pitches tailor-made for the spinners, indignant cricketers outrageously suggested that the South Africans did not know how to craft their stay at the wicket and were severely lacking in patience and application. To a certain extent that was true. However, only an utterly biased fan would insist the pitches had nothing to do with it. Ashwin and Jadeja were praised to no end. Well, now all that has come back to bite the Indians in their entitled behinds. While not all Indians are overcome by blind devotion to a bunch of over-paid, over-hyped Indian cricketing team, some do tend to make rather silly remarks. For instance Bailey's refusal to walk. Well, as another person pointed out here, I don't see any Indian fan holding Rohit Sharma accountable to the same principle. But, God forbid, anyone playing against them refuse to walk...one would not hear the end of it. Sigh!
Jan on January 16, 2016, 5:41 GMT
can someone tell whether there has been any worst frontline spinner than ashwin against aussie in aussie? 4 wickets at 90 runs
Jake on January 16, 2016, 5:41 GMT
I don't get why Australia is winning so easily. They are resting Starc (the world's No. 1 ranked ODI bowler) also resting Patterson. Now they are resting Hazelwood till the NZ test..and Siddle is injured. I'm available to bowl a few overs if they need me.
Jose on January 16, 2016, 5:37 GMT
I have to agree (totally) on your observation about the field setting for Ashwin by his captain. But I will partly blame Ashwin also for that, since Ashwin is one of the intelligent guys, whose opinions (and requests) are by and large, valued by Dhoni. I saw only very minor tinkering, Ashwin was doing with the fielders, set by Dhoni.
Ashwin is smart. I feel he will come up with some ways of making an impact even in these conditions. Hopefully.
Lastly, I don't think, he is the type who would follow anyone's instructions. (forget mine). I noticed once even from Prasanna. of course offered through the media, as none approached Prasanna for help or advice. Prasanna got the same response from Bhajji too during Bhajji's decline.
I am not making this point as a criticism; but as a sign of his 'supreme confidence'. It is that which may help him to concoct some new ways to cope with the current impasse in the results for his efforts.
Luke Ashwood on January 16, 2016, 5:29 GMT
@crrkiran - i disagree with you about the job of a batsman and bowler. Their jobs aren't just to get runs / wickets, its how economically they get them. If a batsman consistantly scores 100 in 200 balls, the team will lose every time. So to a bowler taking 5 for 150.
Casey on January 16, 2016, 5:26 GMT
"Australia did not get that win. self destruction in death overs and fielding efforts" Haha haha. Where do these guys come from? Ridiculous mindset.
karthik on January 16, 2016, 5:22 GMT
@JOHNATHONJOSEPHS did you watch the game properly or you just see the saw the scorecard of there strike rates or what ? when dhawan gets out very cheaply in first over , both rohit and kohli trying to build a partnership ,once they gets set they wanted to make a big score at good strike rate and you are saying there are playing for personal records , bowling is the reason we lost the game . dont know why some indian fans doesnt have proper cricket knowledge too
Luke Ashwood on January 16, 2016, 5:19 GMT
Question for Indian fans: Do you think it is right for India to display 3 stars above their logo in their playing shirts? They represent World Cup victories. Yet India have won only 2 ODI World Cups. The 3rd represents T20I World cup. The two are different formats with the latter requiring a higher proportion of luck. Shouldn't there only be 2 stars to truely represent the facts, rather than bignoting themselves. If my team did that, I'd be a bit embarressed.
Tristan on January 16, 2016, 5:19 GMT
@Drew12 very interesting stats by any chance could you compare those stats to when they didn't score a century so that you actually know the true impact of the player?
Jose on January 16, 2016, 5:17 GMT
Your point about getting more revs from the fingers is absolutely right.
Swann achieved that more than the Indian spinners, when England beat India in India. The pressure put on India by Swann also helped Panesar to reap rewards on that tour.
Nandan on January 16, 2016, 5:14 GMT
Carlwhyte our under 19 team will do better than this team mate. But Honestly weren't the Aussies thrashed 0-4 in the last test series played in India and lost the series 3-4 with Rohit carting the Aussie bowlers all over the park. Honestly Indian bowling is not spectacular but nor is Aussie bowling except Faukner. Having a non performing Dhoni at No6 is hurting India.
umair on January 16, 2016, 5:10 GMT
Until or unless, Indian batsmen play for their country and bat Australia out, they don't have a chance. Australia is not challenged by 350. These CORPORATE ODI PITCHES, require 375+ score to be on a safer side. Remember England Vs NZ few months ago 400 was made and match was won by 40 odd runs. These CROWD PULLING SURFACES have nothing to offer for bowlers, and Indian bowlers don't have special skills and consistent pace. ICC has decided to make ODIs look like extended versions of T20s.
Rohit Kumar on January 16, 2016, 5:00 GMT
Simple theory (Simple Mathematics): T20 - 240 balls/20wickets - Avg. balls/wicket - 12 ODI - 600 balls/20wickets - Avg. balls/wicket - 30 Test - 2700balls (90*5*6)/40wickets - Avg. balls/wicket - 67.5
So in order to bat long one obviously hav to hav temperaement to endure that. This is now missing from modern players as various T20 leagues are easy money with less class/temperament & only hitting. The thing is that in order to change the trend ICC need to outgrow this T20 era and put players first. Prepare pitches that is sporty and not flat placid (chasing 300 is child's play now). There are players who irrespective of class & temperament not acknowledged, why?? Just the case is that money rules over passion nowadays in all fields.
Emma on January 16, 2016, 4:59 GMT
There was a lot of hue and cry after the last ODI about Bailey being given not out. People said that he should have walked, India would have won if he had been given out, Dhoni wanting to push umpires to make right decisions. Now that the exact same thing happened to Rohit Sharma, everyone is suddenly quiet on that matter??????
raul on January 16, 2016, 4:55 GMT
Drop ishant, shikhar dhawan and jadeja, get in Gurkeerat, dhawan and mohit or any other fast bowler. Manish pandey can open with Rohit!!! Its last 15 overs while batting and middle overs while bowling costing india the match! Reason is Jadeja and ishant is just not good enough!!
carl on January 16, 2016, 4:40 GMT
How come Australia won't field their u/19 side to give us Indians a chance, its not fair so let's take our bats and balls and fly home.
Drew on January 16, 2016, 4:22 GMT
@POSITIVEINDIAN You wrote: "@AL_BUNDY1: Don't want to start another Tendulkar debate. But looking at statistics, India won 33 times and lost 14 times when SRT scored an ODI century. so apparently, your statement doesn't fly". Here are some comparative figures. Tendulkar (using your figures): India lose 27% of the time when he makes 100+ score. The following figures I found via statguru. Ponting: Lost %17. Lara: Lost 16%. Sehwag: Lost 7%. Rohit Sharma: Lost 50%. India losing more than 1/4 matches in which Tendulkar scores more than 100 is an extremely high amount... but pales in comparison to Sharma of course.
Ramesh on January 16, 2016, 4:11 GMT
Drop catches and wides made the differences between the two teams. These people are bowling too many wides just like a park cricket. Why the hell you want to be an international player when you can't control the swing and bowl too many wides. Ridiculous spinners bowled many short balls to give easy boundaries. India scored hard fought 300 whereas Australia scored it very ease because of the crap bowling by the Indian unit
Binoy on January 16, 2016, 4:06 GMT
"Ashwin is as good if not better than Lyon anyday" Lyon out bowled Ashwin during the last tour. Ashwin has never done well away from India. Look at his average. He needs those rank turners. Average bowler with limited talent.
sashi on January 16, 2016, 4:03 GMT
well said cricket lover. India gave a threat by posting 300+ which no international team would have done. rohit was slow even after scoring century his next 20 balls should have fetched 30 to 40 runs which could have been competitive. dropped catches: india lost it, Australia did not get that win. self destruction in death overs and fielding efforts.
umair on January 16, 2016, 4:01 GMT
Ashwin's caliber is exposed and Mr Ishant is more concerned with issue of his hair style whether to tie them or let them loose. Kumar is for me a world class material and Shami too. Kumar should be given confidence. And one more thing, both Kohli and Rohit CAN NOT afford to play with same strike rate. One has to sacrifice the big score and play for team with a strike rate of at least 150 on this belter. I mean, come on Rohit and Kohli, look at Australian attack, boland, Paris and Faulkner, they are starting their carriers, you could have tore them apart at 10 runs an over. And you are grafting for tons. This is not team game. South Africa thumped 438, FOUR HUNDRED + NOT 308 or even 330, on a similar pitch, which is called CORPORATE ODI PITCH.
Binoy on January 16, 2016, 3:57 GMT
I don't get it. India has toured Australia the most among Asian teams in recent years. They should have fair idea about how to adapt and play on these conditions by now. Forget about the batsmen, bowlers especially the likes of Yadav, Ashwin, Jadeja should be more competent. They are completely different when they play in India compared to other places. You can tell from their body language, they have little self-belief. Instead of making excuses, Indian fans should be worried why their team is getting treated like a club side.
muhammad on January 16, 2016, 3:52 GMT
Never mind,lost the matches though,but India has enough to celebrate.i.e.Centuries of Rohit,bowling of a new bowler Sern,ever consistant Kohli and a lot more.To achieve victory against Ausralia ourside India is out of possibility.So carry on India fans with hero worship
rob on January 16, 2016, 3:34 GMT
There's an excellent article by Sid Monga that explains a lot. The reason India have lost these games isn't the batting or the bowling or the fielding. It's all three. None of them are by huge margins but the cumulative effect is significant. For example, he says one of the small things, but a big difference, is the throwing arms of the bowlers. Oz were taking 2's where there were singles for the Indians because the Indians haven't got good throwing arms. .. Over the course of the innings there could have been 30-40 extra runs taken just on the arm alone.
Oka on January 16, 2016, 3:34 GMT
No Starc, no Johnson, no Hazelwood, no Siddle, no Pattinson, no M Marsh, no Warner, and yet, India loses against Australia B team (in terms of bowling). Let's admit at least now: unless India can produce quality fast bowlers, India cannot even dream of putting up a contest outside of sub-continent.
Johnathon on January 16, 2016, 3:32 GMT
Rohit and Kohli seems more intent on playing for personal records than for India. The fact that Rahane (considered to be the least aggressive than the other top 5-6 batsman) had a higher strike rate than either Rohit or Kohli is saying quite a bit. Rohit seems to only perform well on very flat surfaces. Kohli usually is a bit more aggressive on these flatter surfaces, but he is desperately looking for those ODI centuries that he once used to get every other match.
Raj on January 16, 2016, 3:29 GMT
Dhoni is a legend and a great batsman but i do agree he is not a good captain. Watching a total like 309 disappear so easily with no pressure on the batsmen hurt me. For heavens sake, PLEASE dont give up easy singles in the field, just because you can have 5 men out doesnt mean you have to. Mahendra, if the bowlers want the field back then you need to tell them not to, to apply pressure and if you want the fieldsmen back, dont. Id much rather see ***4*4 in an over than 111*22 with no pressure.
Deepak on January 16, 2016, 3:18 GMT
ACricLover i agree with part of your analysis and disagree in parts you said ishant yadav didnt bowl ofcourse they bowled badly ishant after bowling for so many years still cant get his line and length right yadav with his pace is highly eratic if they bowl proper line and length i'd agree with your point with regard to batting rohit kholi and rahane to a certain extent have batted well oz rested its main string bowlers who could have exploited indian top order weakness home advantage yes but dismissing the glaring facts are wrong
ESPN on January 16, 2016, 3:11 GMT
India right now needs a finisher as in both the matches Indians were 30-40 runs short. Time has come to drop shikhar dhawan and play manish pandey as opener and play yuvraj Singh in the middle order
Lin on January 16, 2016, 2:42 GMT
Team wins, then what a great captaincy! team loses then what an ordinary bowling, what an ordinary batting (in spite of 300+ runs in 2 consecutive matches) which almost no visiting team achieves in australia.
By the bye this pace bowling unit of india is quite good, i have been watching cricket for few decades and i have not seen any other touring team bowlers doing anything better than this indian bowling unit in australia. It was not ishant or yadav or sran were bowling bad, rather it was australian batsmen who were batting good and also home pitch advantage. I am telling home pitch advantage because the way australian batsmen struggle in subcontinent, the way they lost all matches in the t20 world cup in bangladesh, anyway these are the home games and they have the upper hand.
I am still unable to see what is wrong with indian pacers, england could not defeat bangladesh and could not reach quarterfinal in WC, and SA too struggled in australia in WC.
Venkat on January 16, 2016, 2:38 GMT
Traditionally , Australia always had a factory of fast bowlers that suits their wickets . Almost all of them can bowl at 140+ KMPH. Further their bowlers are no muck with the bat . This is not the case with India. Even Lyon , with all his experience of bowling in Australia would have struggled to control the batsmen on featherbeds prepared for the ODIs. That's why Australia does not include Lyon in the ODIs. Make no mistake,Ashwin is as good if not better than Lyon anyday . India has limited fast bowling resources and one cannot help laughing when Ishant is considered the leader of the attack . Even after playing almost 70 tests and 80 onedayers , Ishant is yet to learn to avoid no balls and wides . In both matches , the pacers could have done much better . It is entirely upto Indian batsmen to post totals of 350 runs and hope for the pacers to bowl with control , if they don't want to lose the series 5-0 .
Mike on January 16, 2016, 2:19 GMT
Bring in Behrendorff in place of either Paris/Boland.....he's a rookie bowler & he's got some serious pace isn't he....,ahh btw where is my friend @Rajesh Ind? Loved your predictions for the last World Cup too...Spot on as always lol
JAYARAMAN on January 16, 2016, 2:18 GMT
It is ironic couple of players are singled out for criticism . Have the other bowlers performed in the same expectation. Batting at no. 6 or later ifs also very difficult in one day matches. Hardly. So this indicates some kind of dislike according to the taste of writers.
David on January 16, 2016, 2:11 GMT
Congrats Australia. Another commanding performance against this hapless Indian team! Pathetic display from these Indians, who only seem to glory in personal milestones, never mind the team winning...what a ridiculous mentality; unfortunately, it seems like it's always been like this, sadly, in the Indian mindset. The team is what matters. Sadly, the bowling is simply not up to the mark in foreign conditions. As I've said before, there's no point being a lion at home and a lamb overseas, as has been the long and sad tradition of Indian teams playing abroad...no other team in the World seems as poor travellers, still, as the Indian Team!! It looks like there's only going to be one result here, perhaps even a 5 - 0 drubbing for these clueless Indians...anyway, let's hope of some sort of revival in the remaining ODI's...
MMA on January 16, 2016, 2:07 GMT
India is overconfident, that's the only one reason that India is loosing. They lost against Bangladesh as they underestimate Bangladesh. So, i will tell India to change their mentality, not the captain.
Merv on January 16, 2016, 1:36 GMT
Wow. 500 posts. Jadeja and to a lesser extent, Ashwin, will always struggle in Australia, because they have good spin on turning pitches, but not the same command of pace, bounce and flight, that Lyon has cultivated here. To be the complete package they need that. Ashwin will, but Jadeja does not seem any threat to anyone in Australia with bat or ball.
Paul on January 16, 2016, 1:28 GMT
Justice has seldom been as poetic as the Rohit run out.
Gautam Kumar on January 16, 2016, 1:19 GMT
Need to say full strength team India is loosing easily to Australia A side. No Starc, Warner, Hazelwood, Pattinson, Siddle. Congratulations to Australia for testing bench strength and still winning.
kal on January 16, 2016, 1:10 GMT
India needs to take leaf out of pakstan bowling attack. With bowling you can win matches even if batsmen underform but not the otherway round as india have to realise. India need the likes of zaheer khan.
Sanjay on January 16, 2016, 1:01 GMT
India scoring 300 plus in 2 matches against a second string Australian bowling line up and still losing. India has lost it's way and need change. A start will be to have a new leader. The ideas and thoughts are old. The team has been consistent in it's performance with losses in the tri series last year in Aus, loss in the WC semi final, losing against Bangladesh and SAF a this performance. Not sure what more evidence and stats one needs to move forward.
Cricinfouser on January 16, 2016, 0:54 GMT
go Aussie go, that's real cricket we r talking about.....
Asim on January 16, 2016, 0:44 GMT
Indian batsmen are too personal milestone driven, 2 wickets down at 40 over mark and two established batsmen at the crease, still dabbing and pushing going less than a-run-a-ball to make a big hundred. Australia might have scored over 350 if they were at similar situation batting first on those pitches.
hiru on January 16, 2016, 0:09 GMT
did u know ?? rohith is now in the book of bad sportsmanship. out but didn't walk. one point both teams
Sachin on January 16, 2016, 0:00 GMT
So thankful that I did not pay Willow TV to watch this rubbish. Willow and their cocky policies about minimum 3 month subscription and automatic recharge every month. By the way, Willow TV charges Canadians 1/2 the money that they charge US residents. *And* threats of stopping your account if there are frequent cancellations. Well then, you don't get a dime!
R on January 15, 2016, 23:58 GMT
Totally gutless performance from India ... They had the opportunity to score 330 but just trundled along in the middle overs thinking they were doing well to score 300... 350 is the new 300 India. And as for DRS, you either walk or have DRS, not doing both is embarrassing you. And you therefore deserved to lose (notwithstanding pathetic fielding). An all round shambles. And time to move on from dhoni. Still cannot win away.
Adam on January 15, 2016, 23:46 GMT
India have toured Australia number of times in recent years now. Pity, they are still still useless and incapable of competing here. Aswin, jedja all look out of their depth
tanveer on January 15, 2016, 23:33 GMT
Not a fan off Rohit, feel he has way too much luck on his side, his two back to back centuries may sound epic but they were on easy wicket against a B rated, novice and toothless Aussie bowlers, so Rohit still remains a flat track bully and not a match winner. I agree with many of the folks who are asking for Dhawan to be dropped, he is a liability, will be better if Kohli or Rahane can open with Rohit. Also Jaedja is not effective outside of India but we have to tolerate him as long as MSD is Captain. Shame on BCCI for their inability to produce fast bowlers. Even a bottom team like Pak has better bowlers than Ind.
rob on January 15, 2016, 23:27 GMT
Joel Paris had a good game. Only 1 wkt but the best economy rate of any bowler in the match at 5 rpo. He also bowled 23 dots in his 49 deliveries and conceded only 2 boundaries and no sixes. .. It's slipped under the radar a bit, but that's a very good performance for a young man in only his second game. It's even better when you factor in the trueness of the pitch and the quality of the batsmen he was up against. Well done young fella. That was a low key but important and accomplished effort. One of the few standout bowler performances in the match.
SK on January 15, 2016, 23:14 GMT
Again we should ask what our bowling coach, tacticians, strategists n team mgmt. are doing.. as public we continue to see the same mistakes in bowling dept, running between wkts, cannot rotate strike, cannot accelerate even when situation is favorable, fielders allowing 2s in place of singles, 3s in place of 2s and vice versa when we bat... bowling innocuous short deliveries at 130 kmph and then fetching the ball from outside the boundary... n continuing to do so... 5th or 6th ball is invariably a boundary ball... when will we analyse and rectify... when will we end the 'process' and start winning.. when experienced legendary bowlers say they are still learning, they are indicating they are learning new things.. NOT BASICS.. when will we get our basics right.. yes I am talking of Ishant, Yadav, Jadeja, etc etc etc.. Hoping for the best..
SK on January 15, 2016, 23:03 GMT
its the same story.. public will say rishi shud play instead of jadeja.. till rishi start playing.. all these players are same class.. that means below international std.. their names get glorified till they start to play intl matches.. if we bat first nothing under 350 is a safe score.. given our weak bowling and aus batting which goes down to Faulkner and wade.. if we bat second, chasing 300+ wud be a daunting task, given that virtually no batting exists after No 5. if Aus bat 1st, they wud surely score 350 . we will preserve wkts till rate becomes 8/ovr and the story will repeat. Have been an ardent fan of MSD, but feel he shud bow out gracefully. His team makes him look stupid and helpless. His batting skills have waned that he looks like an old Lion king who cant hunt. Public shud know this is the best 11 we have.. rishi dhawan or Karun nair or any other name we take are only as good (or bad) as those in the XI. they will be held in high esteem till they start playing. good luck.
Clement on January 15, 2016, 23:01 GMT
@Streetblader but India have so few away victories. Many of those games they won were at home. And recently they lost an ODI series at home. It doesn't matter how many centuries one player scores. If the bowlers cannot take wickets you are in trouble. India fans spoke about their team's domination when they win at home in dust bowls made for Ashwin. The second India leaves home they cannot even buy a victory. It is a sign that their reliance on spin and poor pitches is hampering their development.
Rajesh on January 15, 2016, 22:51 GMT
Unless bowlers, especially seamers, are given more incentives than batsmen this is bound to happen. People try to avoid bowling instead pickup bat because batting is less work comparatively, less prone to injuries, have more career lifespan, gets more recognition, more ad revenue, etc. Imagine bowling in humid/hot conditions bowling at 140+ speed throughout day(tests). No idea if there are any rules regarding ground dimensions, few grounds are just 55m, no one likes getting hit all over the park. Indian pitches/grounds are pathetic. Hardly there are 2-3 grounds suitable for seam bowlers. If primary importance is to entertain people then yes introduce a rule not allowing bowlers to bowl more than 140+!!! :)
To make world class fast bowlers 1) Make more seam friendly pitches 2) Increase salary/incentives for fast bowlers 3) Make mandatory rest for 3-4 months a year 4) Hire best bowling coaches at domestic level 5) Rotate bowlers in test matches.
rob on January 15, 2016, 22:43 GMT
@ Jose_P: I didn't actually see any of this game because my TV antenna got blown away in a storm. I'd just like to say that it's not easy bowling off spin down here though. Many have tried but most have failed. As you said, flight drift and dip are the best weapons here but it takes a lot of revs to achieve that. If you want to be an attacking spinner you have to really spin it, hard. The ball does spin and move around in the air but hardly ever extravagantly so it all adds up to a lot of hard work. .. The last foreign player to have genuine success here was Graeme Swann as far as I can recall. His 2nd last tour was a good one for him because he was really giving the ball a rip and beating batsmen in the air, getting them out of position and then getting enough spin to beat the bat. .. I'm not sure how big a tweak Ashwin gives it these days but if he is giving it a rip and his lines are good as well as his fields he should pick up some wickets eventually.
Terry on January 15, 2016, 22:40 GMT
To be honest I didn't think Australia were anywhere near top form and were scratchy with bat and ball. But they still won fairly comfortably without Warner, Starc, Cummins, Pattinson , M Marsh & Lyon having also retired Clarke, Johnson, Haddin & probably Watson from the World Cup win.
MADAN MOHAN on January 15, 2016, 22:34 GMT
Better team won - no hype just methodical ,mature and cool and calm
ravi on January 15, 2016, 22:22 GMT
every player is a given a specific job. A batsman job is to go out there a probably get a century . A bowlers job is to go out there and get a 4 or 5 wicket haul. When batsman does his job and bowler doesnt, how can u call batsman selfish?
ravi on January 15, 2016, 22:16 GMT
Had mohammed shami played, the result would have been vice versa
Faisal on January 15, 2016, 22:04 GMT
It is amusing to note that most of the comments here from Indian fans focus on solutions like changing the batter order, dropping Dhoni etc. while the real reason for these two defeats is India's chronic problem with bowling. I am from Pakistan but I bear no ill will towards India (or any other country for that matter); but I really feel India has developed too much of a batting culture over decades, which is now letting them down AWAY FROM HOME. Just as Pakistan's problems lie in batting, India's lie in bowling. Just as it's disheartening for Pakistan bowlers to find their batsmen struggling to chase even modest totals OR posting modest totals to defend, it must be disheartening for India's batsmen to keep on posting 300 scores only to find their bowlers unable to defend. And no, 300 is still not an easily gettable total! The pressure of chasing is different and a good bowling side should be able to use that pressure to their advantage.
Saad Amjad on January 15, 2016, 22:02 GMT
the problem with india is they dont have any big hitters for the end overs , like yuvraj or pathan! they rely on jadeja or ashwin who are bowling all rounders who bat well one in 7-8 innings!
Rajiv on January 15, 2016, 21:42 GMT
Why don't India resign and leave. That way atleast they can save their face. And as Ravi Shastri said, results don't matter only process matters. And your process is not working sir. And what is Manish Pandey doing in the team. His first class average is 34 odd, and there are so many other players. If Yuvraj was given so many chances like Dhawan got, he would have been back to form easily. Politics is what killing the Indian cricket.
stuart on January 15, 2016, 21:39 GMT
4 posts down before tendulkar get mentioned. Must be a record. For what it is worth.pitches are flat so indians can bat mechanically. Bowling is poor. Ashwin looks useless away from home pitches. These matches are dull.if it wasnt for an unfortunate bout of bowel surgery recently I could have got up to turn the tv off.so we know what we always have. Aus look good at home and india only win on beaches
dano7444 on January 15, 2016, 21:27 GMT
The critics are being very harsh,4/5 dropped catches and Rohit getting out by fluke.Guys remember Aust are world champions and are at home. Be postive and get behind your team rather them slating the players
cricket on January 15, 2016, 21:07 GMT
India should start building team with allrounders as they are never gonna produce the bowlers who can win match on their own. Likes of ishant,Umesh ,Bhuvi are all very ordinary bowlers like Irfan Pathan but irfan still better batsmen than them so should be drafted in the ODI side at least and also Nehra should be considered too and as far as Jadeja is concerned he is meant for indian pitches but will flop overseas .why gurkeerat ,pandya or rishi not given atleast a series each respectively so test their ability.Rishi will be again be ordinary bowler though.
Paul on January 15, 2016, 21:06 GMT
I would say it's Rohit Sharma's fault. I mean, what a careless way to get out. And only scoring 124 at a strike rate of 97. That's rubbish. Geoff Boycott's auntie could do better than that on those pitches. Give him one more chance and if he doesn't score 300 then drop him.
rafiquzzaman on January 15, 2016, 21:03 GMT
Worthless bowling by Indians. Ashwin has proved again his quality! Only can show off in own soil. A good bowler is capable of doing the job at any places regardless of the pitch or the ground. Look at the economy rate of his bowling in first two odis! Pitches should be altered for Ashwin for the remaining matches to suit him!!!
Jesse on January 15, 2016, 20:50 GMT
You can't blame Indians batsmen for being "30 runs short" when Bailey and Maxwell saved atleast that amount with their superb fielding. It's the huge gulf between both teams' pace attacks that has proven the difference twice now, and that is with Australia missing their ENTIRE frontline pace attack.
Australia and India are the deserved number 1 and 3 in ODI cricket but Australia has just been better than the rest in this format for a long, long time. Now I'm still waiting for us to regain our test supremacy, going on 9 years now For us Aussies...
Sri on January 15, 2016, 20:44 GMT
It's absolutely ridiculous that some folks here keep dissing Rohit when he's batting so well and getting the 100s while the other batsmen and bowlers are not pulling their weight in the team. A lot of us are disappointed with the way India has been playing of late barring a few exceptional performances from Rohit, Virat and to a lesser extent - Ashwin (on Indian pitches). The rest doesn't really have the right skills to play at this level or aren't being utilized by the team management properly which in either case is very very disappointing from an Indian fan's perspective. Not good for cricket in the country and all across the world in the longer run.
victor on January 15, 2016, 20:34 GMT
Australia has chased down two 300 plus scores by running singles and twos, and without yet having to resort to hitting big. India's conservative play has allowed them to do that. That's not to say they haven't worked hard for the chase, India has made them work, but if they get to bat first in this series, we will see exactly how they unleash the lower order hitters to build an massive score. Nevertheless India has batted well, just need to take a few more risks in the middle overs.
Mohsin on January 15, 2016, 20:31 GMT
I'd expected Hazelwood to be rested after 2nd ODI. But, AUS selectors & team management have become bolder after d Perth ODI. Warner & M Marsh are set to return at MCG in place of S Marsh & Hastings. I hope dey drop Finch for d remaining ODIs & retain S Marsh or pick Khwaja for Finch. The bowling looks very thin. Both Paris & Boland have failed to create any pressure & bowled on d batsmen's pads regularly. Behrendorff for Paris & Hilfenhaus for Boland will be perfect.
cricket on January 15, 2016, 20:27 GMT
The problem is the bowling. We had another match today,Pak vs NZ. If anyone noticed,NZ thrashed Sri Kanka around in their last game by chasing 147 in just 10 overs! By contrast,Pakistan successfully defended 170 and they would have bowled NZ out for much cheaper had Afridi not dropped Kane Williamson in Amir's first over when he was batting in the early teens I believe,he went onto score 70. This is what good bowling can do! It can make par scores defendable.
Al on January 15, 2016, 20:25 GMT
If you keep playing the same team, you are going to get the same result. Dhoni needs to change the team combination. Replace non-performing seniors - Shikhar Dhawan, Ashwin and Jadeja with youngsters - Guru Mann, Rishi Dhawan, and a batsman. Move Manish Pandey up the batting order. What's the worst thing that can happen? You might lose? But, you are losing anyway.
terry on January 15, 2016, 20:24 GMT
indian batsmen played for themselfs...to slow agauin,didnt learn from first game, bowling wasnt great but they shud have had another 2 to work with.
going to be 4 nil
Jake on January 15, 2016, 20:20 GMT
Another game against India, another win. 16 homeODI wins in a row now. Which is the most ever.Test records are more memorable , Australia has won 12 test series in the Sub Continent. That's a pretty good away record. While no Nation from the Sub Continent has "Ever" won a test series in Australia . Australia has never lost a test series in South Africa either and has a pretty good ODI record against SA.
Mohsin on January 15, 2016, 20:19 GMT
@BKS05...Raina had to slog from ball 1 in 2/5 ODIs vs SA. It's a risky game slogging from ball 1 which he has done better dan anyone in d past. Der is no replacement for him even now. Both Dhawan & Raina failed in dat series but Dhawan still continues to be picked even after getting a Test series & 2 more ODIs to find form. Raina has been a suspect vs short balls since he started his career but was found out in d 2010 T20 WC. But. despite his known weakness, he has managed to score quick runs in death ovrs. I'd been critical of MSD since abt a year for keeping Dhawan in d side inspite of Rahane doing well on all surfaces. Dhawan is a limited player who depends on playing surfaces & loads of luck to score runs unlike Rahane. But, Rahane is no sloggers. So, Raina becomes a key player.
Ian on January 15, 2016, 20:18 GMT
Whitewash coming up. Good prep for the world cup.
Dam on January 15, 2016, 20:14 GMT
Wow, anyone would think there was only one team out there. Any credit go to the Aussie team or India just under performed? Aus is just superior when it comes to cricket .... Fact. Unless of coarse you lay down a pitch similar to what you see at the French open. Any other conditions Aus wins easily.
sam on January 15, 2016, 20:09 GMT
MSD's time may not be up as a international cricketer yet but his time is definitely up as captain of Indian Cricket Team. In fact it should have happened after WC 15. As many have mentioned on this forum he is too rigid in his team selection for all conditions but before he was quite flexible and quite adventurous and excellent at least as a limited overs captain. As a test captain he was always defensive and lacking in imagination. I had given him benefit of doubt till mid-2010 when he allowed Ajantha Mendis to score 80 odd by setting defensive fields when Mendis had come to bat on 78-7 it didn't take me too much time to make up my mind that this guy wasn't a good test captain at all.
Mohsin on January 15, 2016, 20:08 GMT
@ BKS05...Buddy, I am no fan of MSD or Kohli. I say it as I see it & never comment if I haven't watched d game. Compare d first 20 ovrs of both innings. Under overcast conditions, AUS bowlers bowled at least 3 out of 6 deliveries on d pads of RS & VK. The very few times dat dey bowled outside off, RS edged & wasn't given while VK edged twice dat didn't carry to 1st slip. Even Zim, BD & WI bowlers know d channel to bowl to Kohli except AUS. Luckily, dey hav pulled it back in d slog ovrs in both games. In contrast, India stifled AUS for abt 20 ovrs & shd hav picked 2 wickets but for d fielding dat let dem down. Ashwin & Jadeja were bowling tight in their 1st spells before d lack of wickets eventually started to hurt. Altho spin is India's strength, fans need to hav realistic expectations of d spinners in AUS. Spinners rarely pick 5-ers in AUS & win games.
brenta on January 15, 2016, 20:07 GMT
Australia win 2 matches and gain one point on the ODI rankings and india lose 2 matches and don't lose a single point. Can someone tell me how that's possible? The ranking system is worse than duckworth lewis
Peter on January 15, 2016, 20:00 GMT
I don't understand why so many of the Indian fans are so hard on their team? Australia are the current WC champions, have played 16 consecutive victories at home & ranked #1 yet India still competed well with Rohit providing a wonderful innings? From my pov, the fielding was the difference, be it catching or ground fielding. Our guys must have saved 15-20 runs more than India & tight matches will show this up further so there is still plenty of interest left. The games are being played in the right spirit, both teams are trying to get something out of the series for the future.
Neil on January 15, 2016, 20:00 GMT
As I have stated previously, Adal Rashid is having a phenomenal BBL and he bowls....wait for it.....leg spin. Why is Mishra not part of the team? Ashwin and Jadeja are amazing in the Indian dust bowls but these are Australian pitches that don't offer much to the finger spinners. Yadav and Shikar should be dropped from the team altogether - both for obvious reasons. Bhuvi should play instead of Ishant and Dhoni should step down as captain. When he bats at no. 4 or 5, it always slows down the run-rate and costs India plenty of runs. With that said, scores of 309 and 308 are not too shabby. What is pathetic is the current Indian bowling attack. By including Mishra, Bhuvi and removing Dhoni, Yadav, Shikar and Ishant, team India can start to rebuild. But will this ever happen? No, otherwise Kohli, not Dhoni, would be the captain of ODI and T20. One can only imagine what is going through Kohli's mind when Dhoni bats, selects the team, field placements and post match comments.
B-FAIRRR on January 15, 2016, 19:56 GMT
India dont have bowlers and that is a fact... For a decade we have only been pleasured to find some pacer who can bowl 140s... N now we have them but they dont have line or lengths... Every other team has 1 bowler whom opponents fear.,, even bangla hav one... But truth is india never had one such bowler ever since 1980's.... Im sure after batting first n scoring 300 .,, any other captain will look at their bowlers in dressing room n say "thats a easy day for u guys". What wud dhoni say??? "Can u guys do it this time please".....
Balaji on January 15, 2016, 19:54 GMT
Well batted Rohit, Rahane, GB and New Mr Cricket Smith. What is our support staff doing. Bowling is India's only weakness. We cannot defend 400 with this skills. Umesh has got the pace, Ishant and Saran has the talent. What is the bowling coach doing. Changing the captain is not going change anything. Kohli will also suffer. Change in support staff can change mood and give us some aggression. Umesh and Ishant bowled well in WC in Australia. Why not now.
sachin on January 15, 2016, 19:50 GMT
The main thing that is haunting indian cricket right now is that lack of quality finisher.MS Dhoni should gracefully exit after t20 world cup.Earlier the better .Dhoni the captain does not bring out the best from his teammates .As most of them are guys who dhoni did not supported much compared to his favourites.Indias rise in odi cricket was mostly due to his finishing abilities .Yuvraj played a part but much lesser than dhoni.Stats speaks for themselves if you want to check use stats guru. But as of now dhoni doesnt play those strokes which could allow him take up time and then explode and in some time start from the word go.Now he consumes balls then have to force strokes .His natural stroke making ability is diminishing or diminished .He has been a legend .He might click in coming matches which might help him hang to his spot .And most worrying part about it is that when dhoni leaves there is no finisher who can consolidate and attack what dhoni did in his heydays .
j on January 15, 2016, 19:45 GMT
So much 20-20 and India has no hitter between 40-50 overs. Ironic.
Faisal Fas on January 15, 2016, 19:41 GMT
ind expect their dust pitch in aus what a funny
Anand Kannan on January 15, 2016, 19:36 GMT
India chased down 350+ targets couple years ago when Aus toured India.. All this shows is the Aus team is rather scared to make pitches that were better in the past. They don't have good enough batsmen to face decent bowling on *good* pitches.. hence, playing it safe by making pitches that do nothing! It's a shame what Perth become now! Neither is Aus bowling close to lethal... These two teams are pretty much neck to neck and I wouldn't read too much into the results. Hope India chase and win some. On batting friendly pitches chasing is much easier than setting targets. Bhuvi was economical and he made way to wayward Ishant. Lame lame move...
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 19:31 GMT
india missed a finisher today. raina would have done the job if he had played. india were on course to easily score 330 or more. rahane, pandey and jadeja lacking that fire power, india could not accelerate in the final overs.
Harsha on January 15, 2016, 19:30 GMT
ELECTRIC_LOCO @ Yeah we missed Gurkeerat.. all the names you mentioned got chances in Indian team. They all had a decent run. The point is don't judge without giving an opportunity.
To make statements like Dhoni, without giving a chance to prove capability is unfair.
FawadAlam4Lyfe on January 15, 2016, 19:22 GMT
@streetblader, then do some research on how often it is that a batsman makes a century in odI's and ends up on the losing side (It is more common now, but in sachin's time, it was low.)
Virag on January 15, 2016, 19:00 GMT
I see a lot of comments stating India lost due to Bowling only. I dont think that is true at all. In both innings even Australia struggled to take wickets until Indian batsmen were slogging. To put things into perspective - In the first match India lost only 1 wicket in the first 40 overs , and in the second then lost only 2 in the first 40 overs. India lost a bunch only when they were slogging. Expecting Indian Bowlers to take 10 wickets when Australians could not is a long shot. Fact is that both pitches were easily 330+ pitches and India were in a position to reach 350 both times but blew it. That is where they lost the match. Also I genuinely believe Dhoni has a detrimental effect on Indias fast bowlers. He has lost the spark to win matches.
Nitin on January 15, 2016, 18:57 GMT
1.The fact is Indian bowlers have struggled bowling on flat pitches. Whether it is India (remember Mumbai ODI- SA scored 400+), Australia or any where. I believe we have good bowlers where the pitches are slightly in favor of the bowlers.
2. No power hitters. Since the loss of Yuvraj (because of loss of form, health etc) and Raina (loss of form and short ball-phobia), we don't have any lower order hitters.
3. Dhoni's negative mindset in the past few years. He was phenomenal when he started as a captain giving Joginder Sharma (2007 T20 world cup final) and new comers chances. Don't tell me Joginder was a finished product. Same with Gurkeerat and Rishi-they are not. But true leadership is in giving your average soldiers the confidence to raise your skills and game to the highest level.
4. Rahane is best utilized in the first 30 to 35 overs, hence he should open or come 1 down- no later. Else, he should be benched.
5. Dhawan should be dropped and Rahane should open
Michael on January 15, 2016, 18:52 GMT
The bottom line is even with its second string bowling attack Australia is a better team. End of story
Chris on January 15, 2016, 18:48 GMT
Both teams have some wonderful batsmen, but even this second-choice Australian bowling attack is miles better than India's attack.
Farhan Abbas on January 15, 2016, 18:37 GMT
India should play 11 genuine batsmen. They should try to post something over 500 an innings.No one can chase that total . If it is to be chased their bowlers can't stop that.
ARVIND on January 15, 2016, 18:31 GMT
Rishi Dhawan or a 4th seamer is not going to make any difference. Indian seamers also struggled in both matches, the wickets that they picked was due to Aus batsmen's mistakes and not because of pitch. Also Rishi Dhawan lacks the batting class required to fit into top 6 of batting lineup and is no better than Jadeja for No 7. What India is really missing is a world class WRIST SPINNER bcos Warne/Macgill/Kumble have done well on Australian pitches. Swann & Muralidaran have struggled in Australia so u can't blame Aswin and Jadeja. But at the same time, Ashwin/Jadeja are better bowling options for a captain than RDhawan/HPandya
Asad on January 15, 2016, 18:18 GMT
It's the bowling which is letting India down. scoring 30 more runs wouldn't have been a big difference. If the bowling cannot defend 309 and make a walk in the park for the opposing batters scoring 330 wouldn't have been much of a difference. India seriously need to take wickets or find ways to do so. The bowlers are just not bowling consistent line. They will rarely win matches. I dnt think batting will always score big runs.
San on January 15, 2016, 18:14 GMT
Batsmen can save matches but bowlers win them.
Suresh on January 15, 2016, 18:00 GMT
It's unfortunate India lost again. There are some things that should be done in 3rd ODI @MCG. One of them is, drop Dhawan permanently from ODIs. He's of no use. Promote Rahane to open with Rohit and play some hitters at 5/6 until Raina makes his way back. I don't know when will Mr. Yadav learn to bowl. India sadly misses Sami.
Chandan on January 15, 2016, 17:55 GMT
So Rohit is the next Sachin! In that every time he score a century India lose. Now really? Seriously? Sachin Tendulkar has scored 49 century in one day matches and India has 33 wins, 1 tie, 14 defeats and 1 no result. Just 14 defeats where he scored a century. In test matches, Tendulkar has 51 test centuries (in either innings) and 20 times India recorded victory while 20 other times match ended up as draw, leaving us with 11 defeats. Grow up guys, really.. understand this game of cricket first before hopping on making baseless comments that eventually make you look stupid.
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 17:54 GMT
The simplest of solution I guess is to drop Dhoni. Its been quite a while he has contributed and the game is about our national pride and not about some individual. Drop Dhoni and make Manish Pandey the keeper. He should keep equal to what Dhoni did when he first came in. And then drop Dhawan and promote Rahane at the top. You can now accomodate two hitters in the squad. And theres also one spin option still to tweak with, if needed. This may not be ideal but at least we can try rather than losing game after game with such inevitability.
Ramit on January 15, 2016, 17:54 GMT
Dhoni is a great captain, probably all time best in India. Having said that, he has been too rigid in his approach off late. He has certain affinity with pace and plays bowlers who bowls around 140. Although, all these "fast" bowlers, Umesh and Ishant, have been unsuccessful for a very long time now. They have been thrashed all around the park even in the first two games. I dont understand why he doesnt play Bhuvi regularly and by dropping him every other game he is almost pushing him to bowl just fast and sacrificing on his natural ability to swing. Bhuvi did a good job in the first game (Econ 4.66) but he was dropped. I understand that as a leader sometime you have to back yourself to take decisions on your gut or instincts. But if your instincts fails you consistently you should look at some stats and take data driven decisions.
vathabi on January 15, 2016, 17:53 GMT
my dear Dhawan, we are all happy in the past months back when you made your bat to sing. Now time has come for you to act positively i.e., you inform selectors and captain that should go back to get trained under a good coach since your captain is very delicate to act positively. If you do this, you are doing world of good and pave way for somebody who can do in the middle where you failed many an occasion. Will you....
Khair Maarij on January 15, 2016, 17:51 GMT
btw guys what happen the best legends sir Ashwin and sir jadeja no wickets for them lol may be for next game let's get the pitches u guys had in India vs saf test lol btw sa also beat India in odi's nd t20's in your backyard
Syed on January 15, 2016, 17:50 GMT
I think this one is squarely on Sharma's shoulder. He batted at excruciatingly slow pace on a placid pitch. It reminded me of the Tendulkar's 100th ton at rate which did not leave enough overs and that eventually caused a humiliating defeat by Bangladesh. I guess even the great ones becomes selfish. Fact of the matter was the there was enough wicket and I would never understand why he continued dab and push! Less than eight overs were left when he finally fell. There too much pressure on batsmen who followed him to accelerate. Nobody in the Indian team who scored more that 11 runs and had a strike rate over 100. In my opinion, a bit of sanity in the top order after they reach 200 and so would have produced a defendable score even with the subpar bowling.
Salil on January 15, 2016, 17:19 GMT
Loved ShilJ's comments! Need some proper hitters in the middle order, unlike Jadeja, Ashwin and good bowlers who can do variations unlike is baby, ya dab who bowl like "ghodas" without looking at line and length!
Inam on January 15, 2016, 17:18 GMT
In Both games platform was set to 350 plus score, both time lack of big hitting curtailed the score to a non threatning one, on these wickets one can only get out if you play risky shots, wih 310 odd score the chasing team has to play 50 overs to win, i would blame batting more than bowling.
saravana on January 15, 2016, 17:11 GMT
I have predicted this yesterday(Pls read my comment before the game http://www.espncricinfo.com/australia-v-india-2015-16/content/story/961913.html)
1) One player is wasted. There is no need of a complete batsman(Pandey) to play after 45 overs. 2) There was no sixth bowling option for Dhoni like how Maxwell played for Aus. 3) With only part time bowlers(Jadeja), India can not defend any total. 4) Rishi Dhawan played equally gud as Sarn in warm up games but not given chance in another pace friendly pitch. 4) Experienced Bhuvneswar might hv made a difference in place of Sarn who conceded 13 runs in an over at criticle time. 5) Dhoni blamed the bowlers for the loss of India.
Teja Wu!!
vasanth on January 15, 2016, 17:09 GMT
Indians have to try chasing targets. Ashwin and jadeja have been nullified in these australian pitches. Australia lost only 3 wickets chasing a 300 plus target. Just three. Its an absolute waste of time to spend 8 hours to watch such games. I`ll get back to this series once the T20 internationals start. Dear Oneday cricket, rest in peace.
Krishen on January 15, 2016, 17:04 GMT
IND with a new team won ICC CT 2013 beating all the teams. Thereafter ODI rules were changed with use of 2 new balls & 4 fielder restriction. These changes meant a big advantage for fast bowling oriented teams & disadvantage for teams with strength in spin bowling & reverse swing. With the fielder restriction 300 is not defendable score in batting friendly conditions. IND have played 16 matches(excluding UAE,IRE) from start of world cup & have won 8. The batsman stats (Matches,30+, 50+ ,100+ scores are: Rohit 16, 7,6,4 ; Dhawan 16, 8,5,1; Kohli 16, 8. 5, 2; Rahane 14, 7, 5,0; Dhoni 16, 8, 4,0. The number of contributions in 8 wins( marked as *) batsman wise is : Rohit (*); Dhawan(***); Kohli(**); Rahane(**); Dhoni(****). IND batting despite good talent has not adapted well to rule changes and are not scoring adequately in first 40 overs/ leaving too much to do for last 10 overs with 5 fielder restriction. Therefore arguments against bowlers & Captaincy have no legs to stand upon.
viraj on January 15, 2016, 17:04 GMT
Blaming our bowling isn't correct! There were 2 dropped catches of Shaun Marsh and one easy run out chance missed...U just cannot commit these many errors in a single game, in addition to that we were clearly 20 runs short due to lack of ability of lower middle order (Dhoni, Pandey, Jadeja)...Please get rid of Dhawan and allow Rahane to open the innings, getting in Gurkeerat will give Dhoni another decent bowling option and giving overs to Rohit n Kohli can be avoided!
cricket on January 15, 2016, 17:02 GMT
People keep blaming Rohit instead of getting down to the bottom of what the problem for India really is! The problem is their bowling is supremely mediocre! It has no teeth whatsoever. What was Rohit suppose to do? Get out at 99? He's doing what a batsman is suppose to do,make runs! Its the bowlers that are less than par,a problem India will always have until they don't stop worshiping batsmen. They only inspire batsmen,everyone in India wants to be a master batsman and not a bowler!
Rajesh Jajoo on January 15, 2016, 16:56 GMT
Feel very sorry for our indian team, why are we even playing odi in australia when T20 world cup is coming up in india. Can anyone tell me when did last australia list odi in australia
RAGHAVENDRA on January 15, 2016, 16:54 GMT
This ODI might be the last ODI series of Dhoni or as captain may be .
Yasiru on January 15, 2016, 16:43 GMT
Scoring Tons in losses is a very hot debate now. I should say for Tendulkar , YES his low scoring rate and some selfish nature of reaching personnel landmarks did cost india some cruicial runs to defend. Hence they always loose when Tendulkar Score tons. But Rohit's Scenario is very different. Even 350 would be easily chased by aussies. It is because of the bad bowling department not the fault of Rohit. He scored Hundreds with a reasonable rate and did not cost soo many deliveries to reach the mark. Even he crossed 100 from 90 using 2 deliveries he could have added quick 20 . But even that 320 will be chased against this poor poor bowling unit. Only Sran the new comer seems to pose a threat from time to time. If that is the case for next 3 matches then india will face a threat of whitewash. If so Pls donot Burn Dhoni's Home he is a great captain. But instead you should try ashwin's home :v
Nitin on January 15, 2016, 16:39 GMT
@AL_BUNDY1: Don't want to start another Tendulkar debate. But looking at statistics, India won 33 times and lost 14 times when SRT scored an ODI century. so apparently, your statement doesn't fly
Al on January 15, 2016, 16:36 GMT
I dont think india is missing any players or they have wrong selections, all they need to do is arrange visas for Indian curators asap otherwise ashwin and jadeja will have six more bad days. Not good for world class.
JOHN on January 15, 2016, 16:36 GMT
BC you sound disappointed that India lost rather than give Australia any credit for win as expected. This a brand new Aus sort of bowling lineup, Rohit's innings was not chanceless getting life on out at 87 gloved behind on not out no worries,No matter how to put it This is s clinical displasy of superior cricket in all departments, so grapes are sour....anyone in this Aussie lineup can score when need requires......hic!!!
Mathan on January 15, 2016, 16:33 GMT
Old Dhoni made 230 competitive to the opposition and current Dhoni says and acts that even 330 is not enough. Old Dhoni selected horses for courses and current Dhoni is just stubborn with his combination. Old Dhoni made it tough for the opposition batters while fielding, current Dhoni just goes thru the motions. Old Dhoni was a terror to the bowlers(especially the ones bowling 40-50) and current Dhoni is finding it tough to connect the ball with his bat !!...Now who is out there who still thinks his time is not up !!
Jay on January 15, 2016, 16:31 GMT
Starts again... For everything It's Dhoni.. Guys he is managing with what he was given.. Stop bashing Dhoni please, whatever the result is Dhoni is the best :)
Suresh on January 15, 2016, 16:29 GMT
This loss is on Jadeja, Pandey, Dhoni and Rahane. They were so pathetic in the closing overs, it was not funny. They looked like amateurs. Jadeja was trying to place the ball instead of going for boundaries. India does not have finishers. Dhoni is a shadow of his prime and with all the IPL whoopla India can not come up with one hitter of "finisher" caliber. Or is it a selection bias?
Adam on January 15, 2016, 16:29 GMT
Just shows how overrated the likes of Aswin, Jedeja are mate. Indian fans were calling them world class. yikes. Without those rag turners and dust bowls, they seem ordinary. No wonder Ashwin averages 50+ away from india.
Nitin on January 15, 2016, 16:28 GMT
The problem with India since the start of WC 2015 is the lack of power hitters down the order. This is especially obvious with the decline of MS Dhoni (I hope it is just loss of form-but don't think it is). The other problem is the rigid captaincy and selection of MS Dhoni who doesn't show the guts of backing youngsters (even if they are half cooked as per himself). If Shami hadn't injured himself, Bran wouldn't had a chance. One of the two spinners need to sit out (unless one of them is a reliable power hitter-none of them are). I would keep Ashwin and have Rishi or Gurkeerat in. The cautious approach by the top order is understandable since we don't show the confidence in our lower order. Nothing wrong in losing to the world champions in their own ground-but you need to show aggression and intention in your play and show a fighting spirit even with your so called limited resources.
Fictionaliser on January 15, 2016, 16:27 GMT
Too much vitriol against India on these forums. It seems like we have been bundled out for 150 in both matches. Reality is that both matches have gone till the last over. India also has looked comfortable till the last 10 overs. Their newly minted weakness of inability to launch at the fab end and the old bad bowling habits are haunting them together. No shame in losing to a superior team but yes a different approach needs to be adopted. We have been blessed with Dhoni performing well over the years but guess it is time for another youngster to put his hand up and create a space for himself. Be patient guys. And to all India haters who spend their valuable energy here. My mom used to tell me that many people do not like you because secretly they want to be like you but cannot. Connect the dots.
Frank on January 15, 2016, 16:27 GMT
Prblm with current Indian batting line up is they don't have a hitter who can score those quick runs.. The line up has so formal batsmen that's one reason why we can't post 320 - 340 totals..bring back Yuvraj or Yusuf Pathan. Bowlers needs to be given the confidence to bowl yokers and get the field set accordingly. Dhoni just can't blame the bowlers its a team game and should show more fight...
Jonathan on January 15, 2016, 16:24 GMT
@DonaldTrump, I guess you'll be after Rahul Dravid next to help you build that wall... ?
This is really beginning to confirm the depth of talent in Australia's ODI batting stocks, they are making these chases look easy and with Marsh, Khawaja, Burns, Lynn and Head in reserve they look like they'll remain formidable going into the next world cup.
Nandan on January 15, 2016, 16:22 GMT
I hope and pray for 0-5 loss , Indian cricket badly needs a change. In fact it needed this for past few years. A new captain, new thinking. Unless we infuse fresh thinking in Indian cricket and encourage new talent we will continue to stagnate. It not the loss, its the senseless of the loss. Stronger Middle order, hitter at No 6, playing on one spinner abroad, nurturing a genuine all rounder these are a few of things which need to come out.
Taha on January 15, 2016, 16:20 GMT
Now 5 Rohit tons in losing causes out of 10. Only 14 centuries out of 49 ODI centuries of Sachin comes in Losing cause which is only 28.57 Percent of his Long career.It shows not individual matters it is the team who wins or lose the battle. Now come to present Indian team at Abroad no matter India scores how many runs 400, 500 even 1000 Runs the end result is they will going to lose match and upcoming T20 World cup so no matter who X,Y,Z plays these matches.
Nandeesh on January 15, 2016, 16:20 GMT
#CaptainRohitForT20 #ShreyasIyerForDhawan #NewTeamManagementAndCoaches #NewSelectionPanel #NewAngryLivelyRealBowlers What is the Cricket Advisory Panel of India is doing now ? Lodha committee didn't even bother to mention about them in his report.
IRFAN on January 15, 2016, 16:19 GMT
What boring one-sided contests! really fed up
Srinivasan Palani on January 15, 2016, 16:19 GMT
India, Try chasing? I hope atleast one match will be a better bowling track to help both the bowlers.Indian Bowlers getting hammered in Aus is not new who follow Indian Cricket in Aus. Stop screaming guys. Why everyone has to blame dhoni, BCCI or others. You guys know it is expected. Be happy with our batting performance atleast.
reece on January 15, 2016, 15:15 GMT
"Australia is second to none in ODIs, there is a country mile difference between these two teams and India is still 2nd in the ODI rankings, pathetic. Don't remember when India beat Aus in an ODI last time" Exactly. Their ranking in ODI and Test is a joke. They got hammered in NZ and South-Africa as well. Pathetic
Allwyn on January 15, 2016, 15:14 GMT
i dont agree that indian bowling is weak , if that is the case then aus bowling also concedes 300 runs , i think its all about strength of batting for both sides. dhawan should b dropped, pandey should open , yadav should b dropped rishi dhawan should b there and gurkeerat should b included in the middle order in place of pandey
Deepak on January 15, 2016, 15:14 GMT
I see many comments saying we need raina back i for one disagree on this fact yes raina can score a quick fire 30 runs if he gets going he was struggling against saffers in odis in india a player with more than 100 plus odi still having short ball weakness no aussie wicket would be useless time for young talent they may fail let them present aint doing a good job least you know who is your long term prospect for the coming years
Suressh Natarajan on January 15, 2016, 15:13 GMT
@jose...p if u hv noticed ash was bowling the dippers wirh drift at waca but he was clobbered. at gabba he bowled attacking line n length but unfortumate could not be amongst wickets. two things i wanted to say. 1. vvvs laxman inpost match analysis advised ash 2 bowl faster but you say to bowl slow. ynfortunately he cannot listen to everyone. 2. the field set for ashwon is beyond imagination n common sense. he should hv bn provided with attacking field but he was not. if u happen 2 watch highlights pl see field set when maxwell bowled. rohit n kholi were prodding along n could not penetrate the field. see the field set up for ash. it is defensive. there itself u lost the spinner. also pl chk how virat provided the field 4 ash in tests. yes they r tests. but in odi too he cud hv bn tried with attacking field. cricinfo pl publish.
James on January 15, 2016, 15:10 GMT
RICKYVONCANTERBURY, AUS worst traveling team? Right. We won 6-2 in the UAE, England in our two most recent ODI series. Can't remember beyond that. Australia is ranked first by a mile in this format for a reason. Get informed.
Adarsh on January 15, 2016, 15:09 GMT
@AL_BUNDY1: when rohith not performs u people will say that, he is not fit to be in team. when he makes back to back century you give the rohith as a reason for indians loss... why can't u people see other waste bodies in the team... when sachin was in the team only one person was performing n others are uselss... now, our lower order... n our bowlers can defend 300 score... even i doubt whether we defend 500 total :)
Casey on January 15, 2016, 15:05 GMT
what happened to ashwin mate? i remember you guys were saying how he was going to destroy warner, marsh, finch? seems to be only useful on those dust-bowl turners. yea, some world-class bowler aye.
Mahesh on January 15, 2016, 15:04 GMT
Sachin made 49 centuries in odi and in 32 centuries India won the game so donot compare Rohit with Sachin. Plz do not get frustrated on Rohit. he is selfish and played for himself. He played well in both matches and scored centuries if ur bowlers could not defend this what can he do. He is making runs consistantly still people have lot of problem this guy. After his runout India lost 4 wickets more no one scored to get 330 runs. It is not fault of Rohit. Australians played more better. ur fielders were pathetic dropped lollypops then how we can win matches.
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 15:03 GMT
I can't understand why people ate always this Australian team 3 Rd string 4thbstring etc everybody in this team is very much part of their main team and only starc and Cummins are missing and even they will be belted in this super flat roads and also people are blaming this Indian bowling unit for their inability to defend the 300totals but they fail to understand that 300 is a sub lar total in this tracks .it is the inability of the Indian batting lineup to post required total to be blamed.they seriously lacks a lower order hitter to score quick runs and also Indian batsman's are scoring too slow at times in the middle overseas to make things worse for themselves at the death.also Australian Boers too were not great they are also not doing any fantastic thing it us just their batting is superior and has some big hitters
Prasanna on January 15, 2016, 14:59 GMT
@KeithMillersHair , Would like to have Behrendorff for the rest of the series. Liked what i saw with him. Boland still some distance to go - bowls a lot of full-tosses - would cost a lot if we were to bowl second.
Tahir on January 15, 2016, 14:56 GMT
It at least proves that Rohit is a flat track bully without boundaries. It also proves that indian battling lineup worth 310 max whether they lose 2 wickets or 8 wickets and offcourse Rohit's centuries are not enough to win a game for india on flat track. His celebration also showed how much he relished his innings jumping so high that it took a while for him to come back to the ground like aliens.
Mohammad on January 15, 2016, 14:55 GMT
It was a disappointing finish for India, and the last ten overs had brought just 75 runs for the loss of six wickets. It was a period that arguably lost India the match after their strong start. <---- sorry but 300 + is a great score on any ground against any team,we cant expect all the batsman to play with the same flair as the most inform batsman in the side. The issue is with India's bowling, fast bowling (I dont even know where to begin) while quicker compared to the past decade it is in truth toothless, they dont swing, they dont seam. Does anyone really think now after decades of training and millions spent into their Pace academy a couple of bowlers in early 140 will trouble the Aussies, who have had the fastest bowlers in the world! Ashwin and Jadeja are ineffective outside India and this is now a fact. Finally in their obsession with pace India have also ruined Kumar who was a terrific swing bowler at 125 clicks but now bowls 135 clicks and gets hammered.
Ali on January 15, 2016, 14:54 GMT
What happened to Ashwin? Suddenly he has become some very ordinary bowler. Why are people blaming dhoni? i didnt watch the game but the scorecard is screaming loud and clear that this indian bowling line up is pathetic. India i think is the team who has lost most number of matches after scoring over 300 runs. Unless dhoni has made some massive captaincy blunders, he cant be blamed for this pathetic performance of bowlers
J on January 15, 2016, 14:54 GMT
We need to give Kedar Jadhav a few more chances. He has done phenomenally well in domestic cricket and has been decent in the internationals that he played in. So in all fairness, he needs to be given more chances. He is definitely capable of hitting bog shots lower down the order.
Rohit on January 15, 2016, 14:53 GMT
Shikhar Dhawan's Wicket Is Just A Part Of Toss.. It Tells Whether India Is Batting Or Bowling.!!
David on January 15, 2016, 14:53 GMT
Well played again Rohit Sharma! He is in tremendous form. Again Ashwin and Jadeja are only effective when the conditions suit them, other than that they look very ordinary. What more can be said about Ishant Sharma? Dhoni's defensive approach demonstrates that he lacks confidence in his bowling attack.
cricfan24202540 on January 15, 2016, 14:51 GMT
Don't understand all this commotion about 'useless centuries'. The indian bowlers always contribute centuries to the winning cause.
Nalin on January 15, 2016, 14:51 GMT
I really want Nohit Sharma to scre a 100 every game. So India will lose all of them. Wow. great performance Australia. Go for the kill. Just destroy India.
sam on January 15, 2016, 14:49 GMT
@Critical- Great analysis there mate. Nothing to be critical about. We definitely 'missed' Gurkeerat-the best odi all-rounder in world.Well,some other names we missed- Vinay,Mohit,Binny,Dinda,Pankaj,Raydu,....
sam on January 15, 2016, 14:42 GMT
@Rickyvoncunterbury - Aussies are way better touring than your Eng,infact 2nd best after SA. They don't lose to WI,get w/w 5-0,3-0. Of course Eng are slightly better than us-Ind-but thats not saying much! Pls post.
Mitch on January 15, 2016, 14:41 GMT
For god sake please rest Smith, Josh, MM & other key players for this warm up series!!! No more injuries please - am getting sick of it.
carl on January 15, 2016, 14:39 GMT
Yep when they get all their quicks back on deck firing they will be a formidable team even in overseas conditions, probably just need one more world class batsman and they will dominate for 6 or 7 years in tests and one day.
Nitin on January 15, 2016, 14:33 GMT
Is this really a surprise? This Indian team really is a disaster waiting to happen, if it hasn't happened already! Only Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (and to a certain extent, Ajinkya Rahane) are worth their salt in this current ODI setup. Shikhar Dhawan is too inconsistent and the less said about the middle order the better.
We desperately need a hitter and unfortunately, there is noone we can pick who could bat like Maxwell or Faulkner does for Australia. In fact, there is hardly anyone you would classify "explosive" in the true sense of the term in world cricket today. Rohit Sharma waits till its too late to start hitting(an Australian opener with over a 100 would have turned on the afterburners straight away), Rahane can't clear big boundaries, Dhoni has lost the ability to go big and Jadeja is a hitter in name only.
High time we gave someone such as Hardik Pandya a chance- I am not saying he is going to be the savior but he seems the be the best option in the domestic circuit.
rakesh on January 15, 2016, 14:30 GMT
Hey guys!!!!!!!!!!! plz don't blame Dhoni otherwise he will resign in between like his last tour. haha --: D)
shilj on January 15, 2016, 14:30 GMT
Do not expect too much from this team.How dhawan get this much opportunity??Too Sad.Rohit and Kohli under extreme pressure.If they get out cheaply this team cannot even score 230 runs.India have such a worse lower middle order players who cannot even hit a four when required. we are badly missing some hard hitters at the death.We need to drop under performing players and nurture talent youngsters for next world cup.What Dhoni is doing as a player and captain???sent back dhawan to india.Bring Hardic pandya as a hitter.give chance to gurkeerat and rishi dhawan.open with rahane.do some experiments.Rohit and kohli cannot score runs always.Ask indian bowlers to use a bit of their brain while bowling rather than bowling like a machine.
Harsha on January 15, 2016, 14:29 GMT
Glaring selection issues -- Gurkeerat not selected although he is a Power hitter, he can bowl off spin too ( one a match for India A vs Austalia A -- through bowling). He could have played instead of Pandey.
2 spinners played, Jadeja got a wicket but Rishi Dhawan should have been played, instead of him. Dhoni is obstinate.
Same old team combination , you cannot expect different results with the same method. Sick and tired of Dhoni's stubbornness.
Yasiru on January 15, 2016, 14:28 GMT
I think India people should stop blaming Dhoni. India Always looses outside the subcontinent. Its not the captain's fault but its the inability of whole indian team over the years. India need 'poor rated' pitches' to spin the non-spin deliveries. When there are no such pitches they simply fall behind.
Well Played Australia with a 4th String Bowling Attack. Its way better than International Indian Bowling attack. Again Ashwin proved a nothing bowler outside the sub continent.
Al on January 15, 2016, 14:27 GMT
Rohit Sharma is another Tendulkar - Every time he scores a century, his team loses! We need team players, not selfish players. He should have accelerated after scoring a fifty. Dhoni should open with Rahane, and play Rishi Dhawan instead of Ashwin or Jadeja, Why is he playing 2 spinners in Australia? Everybody knows that our spinners are useless outside India. But, our stubborn as a mule Captain will keep playing them simply because he likes them, and doesn't want to try a rookie. Maybe it's time to get rid of Dhoni!
Adinic on January 15, 2016, 14:26 GMT
The Indians are being toyed with! They are apparently playing their best ODI side currently and cannot get anywhere close to beating this Aus side which is far from their first choice side.
Giridhar on January 15, 2016, 14:21 GMT
2 matches 300 plus scores could not be defended, this means seriously toothless bowling. Someone should strike isn't it in an international match. With this kind of bowling india can't win match not only against Australia but any good team
Tom on January 15, 2016, 14:20 GMT
The good thing for India is their batting is firing early.
TARIQ on January 15, 2016, 14:15 GMT
Very predictable story, the problem with Indian bowling line up, especially with spinners that they been living in a bubble by performing on rag-turning Indian wickets where even part-time spinners are hard to play but when they go out and play on true wickets, they get exposed, world-class spinners suppose to be good everywhere, I think India needs to think about playing leg-spinners and proper left-arm bowler on these pitches, offer-spinners and dart bowlers like Jedeja is not going to give control and take wickets in middle over.
Joe on January 15, 2016, 14:14 GMT
Where are true Australian pitches? since when did they start making roads? AU cricket thrives on both bat and ball. Why do you give batsman such a favor in preparing pitches? same thing happened in previous series.
ravi on January 15, 2016, 14:12 GMT
The crucial moment of the match I thought Rohit's run out. May be India could have achieved another 30 runs more if he had stayed till the end. Even that was enough we don't know. The way Indian's are bowling I don't think even 400 is enough. Dependency on Aswin/Jadeja is too much and they really don't look like good bowlers in Australian land. But, Dhoni can not think of a team without Ashwin & Jadeja.
Prakash on January 15, 2016, 14:12 GMT
Really hurting a lot to see India Losing after putting up good batting performance... Whom to be blamed? None other than Dhoni and Selectors. Dhoni don't want to drop Jadeja, Dhawan, Ashwin. On what basis selectors (former players) selected Jadeja as a ALLROUNDER? First of all what is the meaning of ALLROUNDER? One who contributes with the bat or Ball or occasionaly BOTH? in 150 Odd ODIs how many times Jadeja contributed with the bat or ball or with Both.... He scored few 50s, how they were scored, after having India losing few quick wickets at the top and coming playing a blocking game at the strike of 60% is not the allround performance (infact India never won those matches). He NEVER contributed for India's win. ALLROUNDER is the one who saves his side from defeat either with the bat/ball or both.... Jadeja can play Test as BOWLER, again not as an ALLROUNDER... Kallis, Kapil, Afridi, James Faulkner, Flintoff - They are the ALLROUNDERs...but NOT defeintely Jadeja.... He is half bowle
Ranil on January 15, 2016, 14:12 GMT
We can now excuse SL for what happened in NZ with a fledgling team whereas with a full strength team India has no killer instinct to win matches in Australia. How many repeated chances have they had recently in Australia in ODIS alone against them, it is unfair by other teams. Aussies have been extraordinarily been kind to them providing flat pitches & a second or third string attack.
Venkat on January 15, 2016, 14:11 GMT
@JOSE...P: I think he tried his flight and dip in his first spell in WACA only to be tonked for sixes and hence is bowling flat with marginal turn. Clearly tells me that the Aussies have the upper hand of him, he is simply afraid to toss the ball up!. let's see how he goes about this now, mind you Lyon or Swann would struggle in these conditions as well, maybe a good time for Ashwin to give a call to Kumble or Bedi!. For the next game though, i would consider replacing Jadeja with Guru, better bat and more or less the same or better bowl .
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 14:08 GMT
I request the curators for the two completed ODIs and those who laid down the pitches for the last test series between india and aus to come to our place and help us with our roads....our roads are not in good condition and you guys seem to be the best in the world(with the WACA guy the clear no1)
Joe on January 15, 2016, 14:06 GMT
Kohli and Sharma's slow rate of around 90.00 lost the game for the Indians. When playing the Aussies 300 is not enough. India should bat 2nd whenever they can or score around 340 if they are batting first.
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 14:06 GMT
Rohit has done his job great. As an opener his role is to attack the new ball whilst keeping middle order safe, which he did. He scored hundreds, set the platform only for the hitters to fail. I am jealous of Australia because even their weak bowlers are better than India's main bowlers.
Dean on January 15, 2016, 14:03 GMT
Australia is second to none in ODIs, there is a country mile difference between these two teams and India is still 2nd in the ODI rankings, pathetic. Don't remember when India beat Aus in an ODI last time.
Gautam on January 15, 2016, 14:03 GMT
Another great win for us. We may be the worst traveling team of this decade, but as long as we keep racking up these wins at home, that fact will be conveniently forgotten.
Ricky on January 15, 2016, 14:01 GMT
ashwin is just an ordinary bowler in all overseas series.....no nagpur pitch,no party !!!! but,rohit sharma is the most unluckiest person in the world,he deserses to play with a world class bowling line up,all these usless indian bowlers will never let him shine to win a match.
Rafiq on January 15, 2016, 13:59 GMT
I'm interested, what would be Australia's first choice ODI bowling lineup if everyone was fit and healthy, not being rested, etc. I would say Starc, Hazlewood and Patinson. Pat Cummins of course. Coulter-Nile might be next in line after that I guess. This lot have done pretty exceptionally given their far from the first picks. A bunch of other kids doing well in the BBL as well. I would have Behrendorff in there ahead of all three of Paris, Boland and Richardson. When you add the allrounders in there - Faulkner, Maxwell and M.Marsh currently, but agian there are at least a couple of others - it becomes a pretty formidable stable. And now, dare I say it, the batting seems to be developing some depth as well. Can you imagine Usman Khawaja being left out of any other ODI side in the world right now given his form?! Let alone being left out even when the side has two of the top six (Warner and M.Marsh) being rested. If it is DEPTH that wins you matches then Australia have it in spades.
Sunil on January 15, 2016, 13:58 GMT
The fact India did not score 10 runs an over in last 10 was because Rohit got out in very unfortunate way. It's a problem that India doesn't have good hitters looks like at this point who can hit big besides him or prabably Kohli. Kohli is barely lasting these days till 40th over so someone down in the order needs to play that 15 ball 30-40 runs game (missing Raina yet...the value he brought to the team). It would be very harsh to criticize Dhoni (wonderful player) but certainly that's one zing we are missing right now as clearly he is struggling to come back in form.
Ashok on January 15, 2016, 13:57 GMT
Sadly Dhoni keeps repeating the same mistakes! Why does India need 2 spinners on a pace bowler's pitch? India lost narrowly in ODI#1 with 4 balls to spare due to 2 spinners instead of 4 pace bowlers +1 spinner+ captaincy bloopers!. I had mentioned in my comments after )DI #1 that Pandya should also have been in ODI squad, as he is a medium pacer with hitting power + Dhawan being useless at the top. Both Chand & Pandya are burning the leather with their heroics. Send Axar & Dhawan back to India & replace them with Pandya & Chand for ODI #3. Also Dhoni no longer deserves his place either as a Captain or WK. I agree with Sir_Ivor on this issue. Rohit will make a far better ODI captain. Losing after scoring 308 twice confirms a poor bowling side with equally inept captaincy. Great knocks by Rohit, Rahane & Kohli went in vain again.
SK on January 15, 2016, 13:57 GMT
@AFanOfGoodCricket -agree with u. Before entirely blaming the bowling, we should analyse our batting deeply. though we scored 309 inboth matches, we should have been anything between 330-340 in both. More so the position we were in and considering aussie bowlers were inexperienced. cudnot accelerate in both matches. Same had happened against RSA in those lost chases. Dhoni saying that had we accelerated, early we may have lost wkts and wudnot have reachd 300 even - thatz ridiculous. That shows the lack of belief in lower order which includes him. Ashwin & Jadeja exposed badly. todays match we were nearly 5.80/ovr at the end of 23rd and then finished only just over 6/ovr. this is turning out a boring series where there is no fight given to opposition. As much as u praise rohit or kohli, their failure to explode or target some bowlers resulted in total being much below par.
Narayanamoorthy Govindarajan on January 15, 2016, 13:57 GMT
Grukreeth also a good choice
Narayanamoorthy Govindarajan on January 15, 2016, 13:56 GMT
Drop Shikkar, open with Rahene. Give chance to Rishi, play with one spinner. Australian pitches are hard. Wrist spinners are effective than finger spinners. Dhoni has to rework on his strategy.
BIKIRAN on January 15, 2016, 13:54 GMT
Lots of common remarks in this forum: 1. Second string australian side- It's the bowling only.Aussie batting is full strength.Big hitters abound.And they are chasing, business end.Oh, India lack Shami, Praveen, Mohit. 2. Indians fail to restrict 300- Well, last time, Australians failed to defend 350 in India, remember? 3. Drop spinners, bring in pace, Aussie pitches-It still has some validity, but who do you bring in?What guarantee is there that it'll work?Can't the spinners bowl differently(i.e. more spin & flight, off stick line, good field, Aussie weakness)?But Mishra could've been tried, I think. 4. Score 350- If 310 doesn't work with a bowling attack, why should 350?If there is a leak in the bucket, do you just pour more into it? Overall, I felt the lineup for 2nd ODI was OK.India's problem lies in software, not hardware.Pacers(Yadav the most) need discipline, the spinners some spin and flight.I still think India can come back, even win the series.
karthik on January 15, 2016, 13:54 GMT
@MOHSIN9975 india bowlers bowled well ?? i feel you havent watch the game properly , and you are the only one who is saying that , you are a typical dhoni fan with no brain , always get jealous when someone taking over him as a captain
Deepak on January 15, 2016, 13:54 GMT
I have seen majority of my fellow indian fans saying indian batting is fine but if you look deep both scores of 300 plus major contributions came from rohit virat and when they fell rest hardly contributed if rohit virat fail together or individually does indian middle order have it in them to score big runs only forthcoming matches can say given the middle order performance in first two odi i have my doubts
Mahmudul on January 15, 2016, 13:53 GMT
Smith: Good opportunity for young quicks. Dhoni: Our fast bowlers are not good enough. Difference in mind set is defining the result of the match.
Venkat on January 15, 2016, 13:51 GMT
Dhoni's loss form , his lacklustre captaincy and the absence of Raina and Yuvaraj have adversely affected India's performance in the last 10 overs of ODIs . India was never strong in bowling . Let Dhoni not attribute all India's to the bowlers . Why is Dhoni still clinging on to the game of cricket . The upcoming IPL will prove that he is neither the feared batsman or the shrewd captain that he once was .
Raj on January 15, 2016, 13:50 GMT
Ashwin - some wickets please?
Kronik on January 15, 2016, 13:48 GMT
pretty much the same script as with the first ODI....India needed more runs, at least 30 more in this instance...whereas in the first maybe around 45 more
karthik on January 15, 2016, 13:48 GMT
@MOHSIN9975 not in any formats ? go and see his performance after his weakness got exposed . clearly you havent watched the test series properly or whatever ....thats the kind of weak zone every one has .....stop getting jealous
Jeanluc on January 15, 2016, 13:45 GMT
what india is missing is Raina/Yuvi/Old Dhoni like 18 ball 38 runs in between. Not saying pick Raina/Yuvi, but somebody has to do that job. and leave Rohit alone. other batsmen has to play own game and not second role to Rohit.
BV on January 15, 2016, 13:41 GMT
in overseas condition, India has no good fast attack. The fastest and our best bowler is going at over 7 an over, no point playing additional fast bowlers..if batting first, india should keep 350 as target, let ashwin open, drop dhawan and play gurkeerath..
balaji on January 15, 2016, 13:40 GMT
If I am correct,Today ashwin bowled orthodox attacking off spin and that too he bowled over the wicket and he could have got 2 wickets viz shaun marsh and George bailey if catches weren't missed.If anybody have watched the match with proper cricket knowledge,no one would have criticized his bowling.If ashwin had bowled round the wicket,he would have bowled an economic spell but wouldn't have bowled wicket taking deliveries.Today India were short of 30 to 40 runs as the pitch has nothing to assist the bowlers.While umesh yadav & ishant sharma bowled erratic deliveries straying the ball without any consistency.While Brainder sran bowled brilliantly at the end and the start.From next odi Brainder sran needs to bowl over the wicket which looks really brilliant.I am awaiting for rishi dhawan to make his debut in place of umesh yadav while bhuvaneshwar kumar can play in place of ishant sharma.India is in dire need of pinch hitter at number 5.While I expect dhoni to do attacking captaincy.
Thomas on January 15, 2016, 13:38 GMT
It is sad that India plays with 10 players with Shikhar as the walking passenger!!! He fails continuously and yet he opens the batting. Secondly, besides Rohit and Kohli, India lacks genuine players who can hithitters like Warner, Finch, Smith, Faulkner. Rohit and Kohli is in danger if they launch out early because next batsmen are not dependable. How many match-winning innings did Jadeja play in his career? Ashwin is predictable as he sees the same shot and perishes the same. Even if India was able to score another 20 runs, Australia has the power-hitters to still achieve
RAGHAVENDRA on January 15, 2016, 13:36 GMT
Play same team for all 5 matches with 2 spinners ,lose 5-0 . Shortcut for Australia whitewash over Indian national cricket team representing a BILLION people.
Naresh on January 15, 2016, 13:35 GMT
I hate to see comments against Rohit Sharma. Some say he is too slow. But the fact that he hit the most sixes in the last two games and outscored the rest of the team, proves otherwise. He has done his fair share. Its the bowlers who are not tight enough.
surya on January 15, 2016, 13:35 GMT
Well played Rohit great knock.dhoni should drop dhawan and ask pandey or rahane to open .selectors should add pandya for last two odis as he is in terrific form and can play the role of finisher that we lacking in slog overs.India should try and chase targets as we have chasing king kohli and lacking of gud bowlers so the soln is chasing targets rather than defending.
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 13:34 GMT
@MOHSIN9975: Raina is woefully out of form mate and he still hasn't sorted out his weakness to short balls.
Dhiraj on January 15, 2016, 13:34 GMT
Been an ardent Dhoni and India supporter but have to say am bored of this team and supporting this team. The same old spinners, the same old failure to pick wickets. The same team setup, the same faces. Same old Ravindra Jadeja. Same old no allrounders instead pick an extra batsman. Same old no pinch hitter. Same old unwillingness to experiment. Same old excuses. The same old selectors picking the same old team. I can go on and on. I say its time to move on from supporting this team.
sowmi on January 15, 2016, 13:31 GMT
I think we are being too hard on Ashwin. Unlike at Perth he was much better today and there were quite a few edges and very close opportunities not to mention the tough chance put down by rahane in slips. India in hindsight should not have played 2 spinners on these wickets. Austalia have hardly bowled spin in these 2 matches and that is because they know they have nothing on offer here. It is crazy to bowl these 2 at Perth and Brisbane where traditionally Australia have gone in with 4 quicks. If they are dropped in Melbourne and Sidney it will be funny as those 2 are the grounds known to assist spin.
Marius on January 15, 2016, 13:31 GMT
They're called "runs" for a reason. The Indian batsmen walked, shuffled and jogged their "runs", often turning twos into ones and threes into twos. Running hard creates pressure and forces mistakes. Jogging or walking makes life easy.
Prasanna on January 15, 2016, 13:30 GMT
@Damien, can't expect the batting to fire every-time. The bowling must be good enough. I know we are putting the new-comers on trial and that they are new to the job but also hope that they learn the tricks soon. Good for them and for the team as well !! Hope Josh plays at the 'G in place of Boland, doubt that though !!
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 13:30 GMT
Dhoni was meant to be stripped of captaincy in 2012 after disastrous tour of Australia, but Srinivasan prevented it from happening, even though selectors had made unanimous decision to have Kohli as captain.
GV on January 15, 2016, 13:30 GMT
for india, this series will be learning curve for youngsters...that is the only purpose of this series..if we are of opinion that 350 was possible, its not easy for batsmen to play big shots from ball one...and with field restrictions in last it becomes difficult to accelerate...the last 5-6 overs india fall away as there no big power hitter down the order..or infact after no.3...so with these flat pitches...india would not be able to win...MSD would do well to give chance to youngsters...yadav for rishi and axar for jadeja would be worth the try...also gurkeerate can be given a game....i hope they get a chance in a series in which india is going to lose anyway..
victor on January 15, 2016, 13:30 GMT
Warner, Khawaja, Lynn, Voges(c), Head, Watson, Bancroft, Starc, Pattison, Lyon, Hazelwood...
Mohsin on January 15, 2016, 13:27 GMT
Contrary to most posts here, this wasn't as flat a surface as the AUS & Ind bowlers made it out to be. It was definitely much better than Perth. AUS were rubbish with the ball in the first 20 overs & fed balls to Kohli's pads. Kohli hasn't looked at ease in any format since his weakness has been exposed. AUS looks d only team who doesn't keep attacking him in his dreary zone. Luckily, they got him & Rohit run-out. India bowled much better but fielded pathetically. A dolly drop by Ishant, a difficult but catchable chance in slips, a missed run-out & Sran almost pulled off a screamer. India's slog over batting cost them. Dont think MSD could have anything different as a batsman or captain. Dropping Raina was a big mistake
gokul on January 15, 2016, 13:27 GMT
This is turning out to be very similar to India -Australia series in 2013. 300+ runs chased down very easily, only this time the scores are lower and takes almost 50 overs to chase down. I think the reason why the scores have not been 350+ so far is because of the bigger boundaries. Many fours hit in these two matches which landed some distance before the boundary could well be six in India. That is not happening here. It will be very interesting to see what runs they score at Manuka oval which I believe has the biggest boundaries in Australia. I would also like to see Chris Lynn play last two ODIs.
Mitch on January 15, 2016, 13:27 GMT
@Vvv24, spot on mate!!! You've got to give credit to Maxi - he's better than that Ashwin. Lyon would do about as well as any acclimatizing spinner would in such conditions ie no dust or turn and only a fool would be prepared to write him off before it really matters!!! Lyon the best spinner unlike this bloke.
JAYARAMAN on January 15, 2016, 13:25 GMT
Singling out one or t wo Indian bowlers is wholly wrong when all Indian bowlers have collectively failed to pick wickets and put pressure on Australian batsmen.
MARTIN on January 15, 2016, 13:24 GMT
Aussies would have won even India had scored 350 runs.That's a matter of fact shown by their batting in last 2 matches...So no credit for Indians for scoring 300..
Saad Khan on January 15, 2016, 13:23 GMT
India has failed to produce world class bowlers who can win them a game after the likes of Kapil Dev, Manoj Prabhakar, Anil Kumble and Zaheer Khan. Pace with good line and length can win u a game. Aaron and Yadav are fast but their line and length is ordinary. India should take help from Pakistan or Australia when it comes to Pace Bowling..
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 13:20 GMT
Sran's effort was commendable. The IPL has destroyed Indian cricket. Shami when fit is good, but otherwise all the others have to go and that Dhoni needs to be sacked. Do BCCI realise how we India fans get mocked by other supporters? Even Bangladesh has better bowling attack than us. This is humiliating and the only way things will change is if we as fans stop watching the matches and stop going to the stadium. Losing is part of sport, but it's the manner in which you lose and I'm absolutely fed up. I urge fans to hurt BCCI where it is painful by not watching the matches on TV and not going to the stadiums. Revenues will take massive hits that way.
MARTIN on January 15, 2016, 13:19 GMT
It was during an Australian test series last year Dhoni decided to retire...Is there any hope like that for him to do it during this series.... Reasons: 1)He is no longer a batsman to suit middle order.His form is no where near Kohli or Rahane to bat ahead of them in batting order 2)His captaincy is no longer operated by his brain..But by the pride :I AM ALWAYS RIGHT....While the host country didn't take any specialist spinner,he took two and lost twice.Due to pressure,even if hechange his tactics next match,he will surely try his best to prove he is right(Eg:Gurkeerath in South African ODI series) 3)All great Indian skippers had the same fate..Creep in the team for years out of form..(Eg : Ganguly,Azhar,Kapil) After all,I was a great fan of Dhoni.Even started supporting CSK only due to him.....Selectors,please open your eyes..Get him out of the team..So as Shikar Dhawan..Promote Rahane to open..Get big hitters like Surya Kumar Yadhav,Hardik Pandey etc in team..
Doddabasava on January 15, 2016, 13:17 GMT
Will not rate the Indian bowlers bad. In the next 2 matches I would love to see India chase the total and if they succeed you need to rate the Aussies bowling as bad also. So let us wait till the end of the series and then judge. Coming to bad comments on Ashwin I expected this and all of us should remember that Aussie pitches are flat and the white ball barely helps bowlers and especially spinners with 2 new balls. Look at Anderson he is worst in SA but king in England. Same happens to every bowler. I will not judge Ashwin on this ODI tour.
naresh on January 15, 2016, 13:17 GMT
It was always spinners Ashwin and Jadeja who did well for India. Indian quicks were clueless many times (post ZAK time - till WC'15), it was Ashwin who bowled at different phases( poweplays, death overs). I guess people here do not know the fact that Ashwin never bowled his full quota in 11-40 overs till UAE match in WC'15. he may not be the wicket taker but was the strike bowler, had given breaks and controlled things. I believe outside subcontinent quick bowler should bowl better and spinners for supporting role but that was not the case with India as there were no genuine quick/swing bowler after Zaheer
Murtaza on January 15, 2016, 13:16 GMT
India's bowling has always been their weak link. Dhoni at his best always found a way to win even with a mediocre bowling line up, perhaps he's lost that midas touch for now but they really need to find a couple of decent bowlers who don't go for over 5.5 for their 10 overs and give them a wicket or two.
Prasath on January 15, 2016, 13:14 GMT
Dhoni is clueless as a captain and also an excess baggage in the squad. Selectors should take Dhawan out and should ask Rahane to open so that India can accommodate another pace bowler. As long as Dhoni is in the squad, India can't able to think of playing quarter finals in T20 world cup. He has no vision.
raj on January 15, 2016, 13:12 GMT
I wonder how this indian team is coping up with this embarassing defeat. dhoni should stop captaining the team otherwise his captaincy is going to get tarnished and shred to bits by this super smith team
Jose on January 15, 2016, 13:12 GMT
Ashwin is doing the same mistake, which Bhajji started doing towards the fag end of his career (ignoring the temporary resurrection now).
Increasing the pace. Ignoring the flight, and consequently losing the dip.
I am talking only about the two ODIs against Oz.
subhasish on January 15, 2016, 13:12 GMT
Australian pitches never helps any types of spinners only great Warne do well in Australian pitches chooseing 2 spinners big mistake by India mcg also very flat pitch and big ground if India want to beat Australia at mcg they need extra pacer not extra spinners Ashwin always struggles in Australia conditions his record not good in Australia yes he bowl well in world cup but not against Australia so India need extra fast bowler Indian bating line up in great from indian can easily dropped Dhawan play rahane as a opner and play Bhubaneswar Kumar my 11 for mcg Rohit Sharma.rahane.Virat Kohli.Ms Dhoni.Manish Pandey.jadeja.Ashwin.Bhubaneswar.ihsant Sharma.saran.umesh yadav.pick 5 regular bowlers wins the toss bat first score 300 this Australian odi bowling attack is very poor any bating line up can score 300 easily against current Australian bowling attack...plz publish cricinfo
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 13:11 GMT
Even if India get whitewashed, nothing is going to change. Indian cricket has a massive, malignant tumour and changing the captain is not the ultimate solution. If India had lost knowing the bowlers had played to their best, I would have not been upset.
Steve on January 15, 2016, 13:09 GMT
With Ashwin and Jadeja taken out of the bowling equation, Ind is unlikely to defend even a 350+ score. Their medium pacers are more like net bowlers for Aussie batsmen. Ind was at least another 30-40 runs short just like in the 1st ODI. Rohit Sharma slowed down considerably approaching his 100 which stopped the momentum they were building after a good partnership with Kohli. With 100 for the asking, Rahane tried to up the ante and lost his wkt in a selfless manner. It is clear Dhoni lost his ability for big hits. In a similar situation, he would have scored a rapid fire 35-40 few years earlier. Now, he can barely manage 1s and 2s. I think the Kohli era in all formats (similar to what Dhoni had himself) is coming after World T20 tournament.
Suresh on January 15, 2016, 13:08 GMT
BCCI please take immediate steps on the indian ODI team selection as well the playing 11.. This should be the sure Indian ODI lineup for all away tours.. always go with pace lineup to achieve wins...
1. Shreyas Iyer 2. Rohit Sharma 3. Kohli 4. Rahane 5. Hardhik Pandya - Allrounder 6. Dhoni - WK/C 7. Irfaan Pathan - Allrounder 8. Ashwin/Jadeja/Axar/Mishra/Kuldeep - Spin 9. Ishant/Umesh - Pace 10. Sran - Pace 11. Bumrah/RP Singh/Shami - Pace
Baundule on January 15, 2016, 13:06 GMT
Dhoni got the reason to lose the match wrong once again. He should have heard what Smith told in the post-match presentation. India were looking good to score 340-350; but their middle order IPL heros failed to capitalize on Rohit-Kohli-Rahane's excellent effort. India's Bowlers did better than the Australians in most part of the innings. Still Dhoni targeted the Bowlers to blame and demoralize them. When you score only 75 runs in the last overs with 8 wickets at Hand on a very high scoring ODI, for God's sake, do not blame your Bowlers.
arunac2891625 on January 15, 2016, 13:06 GMT
How big the winning margin would be if full strength Aussie 11 play against India. India humiliating all Asian teams. Afghanistan would have faired better
Delbert on January 15, 2016, 13:05 GMT
Another Rohit ton and another lost. Maybe he needs to step on the gas in terms of scoring! I think in these two matches India should have scored 340-350 and they will win
subhasish on January 15, 2016, 13:02 GMT
Only thing Rohit Sharma need to change if want to win more matches for India is strike rate he faces lots of balls last Odis he face 163 balls score 170 in this match he face over 127 balls score 124 these kind of flat wickets u need to be play aggressive cricket he play well score 2 centuries but no one remembers loseing centuries....plz publish
Deepak on January 15, 2016, 12:59 GMT
Here is wat Dhoni needs to DO ASAP- drop Shikhar, Move Rahane to open, come in at 4, Pandey & Gurkeerat @ 5,6. Ashwin Bhuvi IShant * Sran. Axar or Jaddu can replace Gurkeerat if pitch needs another spinner.and most importantly set right fileds for bowlers
Monty on January 15, 2016, 12:56 GMT
This is unbelievable! These first two matches were too similar in terms of how they were played and their outcome. India needs to do some things differently. They should drop Shikar Dhawan. They should also reorganize the batting order to take advantage of the last ten overs. Australia are very strong at home. Their bowling is inexperienced and weakish, but their batting is strong and freakish. I hope India would change their team composition and approach to the game.
ravi on January 15, 2016, 12:56 GMT
my team for the next odi - Rahene,Rohit,kohli,pandey,Dhoni,Gurkeerat,Jadeja,ashwin,Ishant,Sran,umesh/rishi dhawan
Sami on January 15, 2016, 12:56 GMT
Dear Fans, The Bowlers Could not defend 300 and every one is talking about changing Batting lineup. Why don't you ask Selectors to find some quick Bowlers ! Thanks
Mitch on January 15, 2016, 12:55 GMT
As comprehensive and as expected as it could be. Ind's flawed and insipid bowling completely exposed for what they are. Ind lack the skills and fight of Australia and so much for the brave new era!! So what next?? A royal thrashing at the 'G - sounds good to me!!! @Praspunter - I reckon our blokes to be rested ahead of the Nz tour & let the U19 team finish this tour in style :)
Ganeshan on January 15, 2016, 12:54 GMT
Why isn't anyone complaining of flat pitches now? The piches in India atleast aided the spinners but this is insult to the game we play... Nothing for the bowlers and team batting second lost with the exact target to shoot for... How does this make for a fair contest between bat and the bowl... the common ruse used by anyone losing in the subcontinent...
sundarakrishnan on January 15, 2016, 12:54 GMT
Obsouletely rubbish from India team point of view, not just the rohit only have determination to score .. Why can't MSD quick 30 to 40 runs,, he yet not changed his mindset to score .. Simply rely too much on his power sh
Vinoth on January 15, 2016, 12:52 GMT
Ashwin asusual useless outside asia, even we have seen him in last SA tour before WC. He was lucky becoz some of his overs played by marsh & finch, otherwise his 10 overs figures will be 85 or more. He talk too much before this tour, told that he dont need pitch assistance ,what he did in 2 odis ? Jadeja looks better than him also he can bat. Ashwin needs pitches like last series agst SA, dust pitches anyone can bowl there, jadeja also took 23 wkts there. Many ppl call him best bowler that was joke of the century. Bhajji better than him in his peak time, we all know he bowled agst one of the best batsman also in 2008 series agst aus bowled superbly. Very below avg from him today also. Aus have to prepare dust in the pitch in next rest of series then only this ordinary bowler will bowl better, I will not suprise if dhoni drops him one or two odis. Too much talk and overconfident after bowled in bowling assistance tracks in srilanka & home,now he cant speak a word?
naresh on January 15, 2016, 12:52 GMT
@Ashikjc man! you are really a genius. do you watch cricket really? who is India's strike bowler in last 3 ICC outings. did you forget about last Aus tour, world cup, t20 wc 14 and champions trophy. we don't have many quick bowlers who can fit into final XI, India couldn't go with more than 3 seamers. by ur logic, had India played 1 or 2 quicks instead of spinners, India could have won??
Naveed Raja on January 15, 2016, 12:52 GMT
I hope indian fans start typing the players full name rather than bhuvi and yuvi etc' we alway say shahid afridi not shidi'
S on January 15, 2016, 12:51 GMT
Australia had a good plan, even though playing with inexperienced bowlers like Kane, Borland, Paris, Hastings, Faulkner they all stick to their basics and not allow easy runs to India. Good death bowling by Boland, Hastings and Faulkner. India lacks good death bowlers, comparing indian bowling and Aus bowling is not apples to apples comparison. Playing with 2 spinners on a fast, pacy, little bouncy pitches is a big blunder. Not sure why they picked Rishi Dhawan, if Dhoni does not have confidence in Rishi. Absolute mayhem in team selection. We are touring Aus from last 20 years, why didn't we get it that spinners don't work in Aus. Pace bowling all rounders, good death bowlers will work. As far as batting goes I don't see any indian batsman who can accelerate the run rate both in first & last 15 overs, Sehwag, Yuvraj, like attacking batsmen in the team. Sad state of affairs of team selection - missing Wkt taking &death bowlers, attacking batsmen,all rounders, good captaincy and planning
Ganeshan on January 15, 2016, 12:51 GMT
Why isn't anyone complaining about flat pitches now? The pitches in India atleast aid the spinners, this was not aiding anyone? How is this making for a fair contest between bat and bowl, the usual ruse when teams lose on the subcontinent...
ARVIND on January 15, 2016, 12:48 GMT
These are matches leading up to T20 World Cup which will be played in India where Aswin & Jadeja will destroy opposition batting line ups and win T20 wc for India.
karthik on January 15, 2016, 12:47 GMT
.Not only India All teams are struggled to Play James Faulkner,James Hopes and Ian Harvey,This is Because Variation. India Have to find At least one Bowler of such a kind of Bowling. If we think smartly it is easy to play James Faulkner,following are the some of the tips to play Faulkner Bowling:
Do not play straight bat for his bowling Play lots of sweep and slog sweep as far as possible. i understood it is difficult to play sweep shot for faster bowler,but also remember that he is not a fast bowler.he bowled 4 slow balls out of 6 balls. to cross the off stump when running affect bowling rhythm.if you cross the stump definitely he will not bowl slow ball. last but not least to move,jump,cross,down the track for each delivery affect bowling rhythm for Faulkner.
karthik on January 15, 2016, 12:46 GMT
Following are the some of the strategy for winning next three match 1.Omit Shikher Dhawan from the team,Promote Ajankay Rahane to the opening position along with Rohit Sharma,Dhoni Strictly ask Ishant Sharma to field better. All the Bowlers bowling Fuller Deliveries rather than short and length Balls.As far As I Concerned only difference between both the team is the only Bowler that is James Faulknar.In both matches he reduced 30 run shortage of India total.Not only India All teams are struggled to Play James Faulkner,James Hopes and Ian Harvey,This is Because Variation.India Have to find At least one Bowler of such a kind of Bowling.
Arvind on January 15, 2016, 12:45 GMT
Dhoni's stupid captaincy again proved. I am not Dhoni's hater but somehow he lost his innovativeness over a period of time and thinking too much into the game and making himself complex in understanding the game. This is just the way Ashwin did few months back trying out more variations and lost control of his bowling. Similar way Dhoni also lost control of his Captaincy and thus we need new thinking in the team. Kohli/Rahane should come as Captain. It is simple. sometimes those who are not deeply involved does think better than those deeply involved. These are fast bowling pitches and flat batting tracks. So, Jadeja should have been replaced with Rishi Dhawan who can also hit big shots in the end as proved in his batting against South africa A. Sikhar Dhawan as opener should be replaced with Gurukeerat and slight change in batting order will do good. My order: Rohit, M.Pandey, Dhoni, Kohli, Rahane, Gurukeerat, R.Dhawan,Ashwin, Ishant, Umesh,Sran...
mayuresh on January 15, 2016, 12:45 GMT
Dhoni and his bunch of his lame execuse. Oh god take him away. Kohli is killer as we saw in Delhi test where india broke through the african deffense. Kohli's team drew two test matches in Australia and almost own the first test. Dhoni's team whitewashed by australia.
k on January 15, 2016, 12:45 GMT
Rohit sharma took time to score hundread and that balls made the difference ,short of 20-30 runs.
Mike on January 15, 2016, 12:43 GMT
Pras.....hope we bat first at the 'G an end up with 400 odd haha....Anyway good win for us bud !
Bhavik on January 15, 2016, 12:41 GMT
Ishant Sharma was just plain awful, he is just not meant for limited over format!
Jake on January 15, 2016, 12:40 GMT
Australia are either treating this series as a joke or looking further down the track by selecting these no name bowlers and resting everyone else. Probably already looking at building a large potential squad for the next World Cup. Only three years away.
ARVIND on January 15, 2016, 12:38 GMT
India lacked the 6th bowling option in this game. India should bring in Gurkeerat in place of Shikar Dhawan. Atleast in upcoming games, spinners have to pick more wickets as these matches would be played on slower tracks. Playing 11 for Melbourne - Rohit, Pandey, Kohli, Rahane, Gurkeerat, Dhoni, Jadeja, Ashwin, Ishant, Umesh, Sran.
Abid on January 15, 2016, 12:38 GMT
Rohit is getting stronger as batsman...
venkatesan on January 15, 2016, 12:37 GMT
Another chance given to jadeja, and dhawan another defeat. India will face defeat if dhawan, jadeja and ashwin plays in the eleven . how the selectors keep on picking dhawan for continuously, he is a limited player with limited shots, he is also in weak zone of short pitch stuff. The result shows that the inability of selectors not players.
rakesh on January 15, 2016, 12:36 GMT
1st ODI-- India batting :25 fours + 9 sixes = 154 Australia batting : 21 fours + 4 sixes = 108
2nd ODI-- India batting :23 fours + 4 sixes = 116
Australia batting : 23 fours + 2 sixes = 104
Still India lose because ; 1. Traditional poor bowling. 2. quantity of wides & no bowls. 3. bad captaincy 4. Batsmans are lazy in running between the wickets. 5. Fielding has become now pathetic.
Credit goes to Smith& co. for putting pressure on Indian team.
BIKIRAN on January 15, 2016, 12:35 GMT
(Contd.) My verdict-It's much better to win with a good batting performance(300-310) and a decent bowling performance(280-290) than with an extreme batting performance(330) and ineffective bowling performance(315-320) Why-more people(11) delivering an acceptable performance in the first case rather than less people(6) delivering an extreme performance in the second(Sorry, Dhoni).Estimate the odds in each case. India didn't win WC 2011 on batting alone.Yuvraj the bowler and Zac were critical and indispensable. India didn't win T20 WC 2007 on batting alone.Pathan, Bhajji,RP, Sreesanth were there. India didn't win Champions Trophy 2013 on batting alone.Ashwin & Jadeja were there.
Adam Kosey on January 15, 2016, 12:35 GMT
I find it odd that the test captain isnt the odi captain. It shows where the bcci priorities are imo, and that is in the shorter formats of the game and they dont do them particularly well these days.
nuraiz on January 15, 2016, 12:34 GMT
I don't understand what is the purpose of this series. Exact replica again and again. Don't Australia have some thing better to do? At this rate , it will take India a 100 years to win one match.
Nathan on January 15, 2016, 12:34 GMT
I wonder what Ms. Dhoni's excuse is tonight? Blaming the umpires twice in a row is too boring. Maybe the pitch? Crowd behaviour? Ah it's probably time to bring the racism or sledging cards out again One thing is for certain, India are a far superior team and would certainly have won if not for <insert pathetic excuse here>
Edwin on January 15, 2016, 12:34 GMT
heyy Guyyz...!!! stop blaming Dhoni.....out team is incomplete without this leader... Blame our Bowling unit....(ashwin,Jadeja,Umesh,Bhuvi)
navdeep on January 15, 2016, 12:33 GMT
Was it right to leave bhuvneshwar guys
Jan on January 15, 2016, 12:33 GMT
make or break game next. mcg might be more spin friendly. the over rated ashwin need to perform.
Shanti on January 15, 2016, 12:33 GMT
India could have easily won this match, if only they had borrowed Chameera from us, and Mustafizur from BD.
Vasudha Dubey Mishra on January 15, 2016, 12:32 GMT
the difference was just 76 odd runs in last 10 overs.u need to have players like yuvraj raina to score 10an over in last ten. I m afraid to say selectors got it wrong.still there is time send yuvi raina back flying to aus
Jake on January 15, 2016, 12:32 GMT
Starc , Patterson , Cummings, Sittle ect can have a nice rest knowing they won't be required for this series. Two nill up and the Australia can have the series wrapped up on Sunday. I didn't think it was going to be so easy with a second or third string bowling attack.
nuraiz on January 15, 2016, 12:31 GMT
I don't understand what is the purpose of this series. Absolutely exact replica again and again. Don't Australia have some thing bett
Bhavik on January 15, 2016, 12:30 GMT
Contest of 2 awful bowling attacks where 1 team is not scoring as fast it should
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 12:29 GMT
I feel for the Indian team here .. they have played well over the past 2 ODI's however have no results to show for. Scoring 300 runs consecutively in Australia against an Australian attack (not matter how weak) is no mean feat. I dont think teams have done this too often before. Our bowling attack could do with some discipline, far too many boundary balls today although the spinners showed marked improvement. We need a 1-40 in 10 type fast bowler desperately !
Prasanna on January 15, 2016, 12:29 GMT
Why don't we play a better bowling line-up at the 'G ? Boland just doesn't belong there and Kane is not ready yet. I wouldn't bet my money on this bowling line-up to defend totals. What if we bat first in the next game ?
Navneeth on January 15, 2016, 12:29 GMT
For gods sake pls hand over the captaincy to Kohli. Dhoni is such a pathetic captain, when you know that batting is your strength why he chose to bat first. How many more chances to Shikhar Dhawan. Just when Jaddu & Ash were building pressure he took off Jaddu & brought Umesh to release the pressure.Not allowing Rishi Dhawan to play. Also Rohit should be warned he was playing for personal milestone after umpire saved him . He crawled from 89 to 100 . Sorry to say this Rahane should either open the innings or should not play , he consumed a lot of deliveries early on and made up for it later bur by that time we had lost momentum. We need some wicket taking bowlers who can take wickets on these Australian highways. Please reduce the no of foreign players in ipl from 4 to 2. IPL is only harnessing Outside instead of ours
Jose on January 15, 2016, 12:29 GMT
I didn't know that WACA & GABBA were identical twins separated at birth and ended up living 4000 miles apart!
On a serious note, OZ is telling India:
"You set us any target, we will overhaul it".
And, they did it, yet again. Good show..
Damian on January 15, 2016, 12:28 GMT
It seems to me you Indian supporters are slow learners, stop criticising your team, try supporting them. A true supporter in any sport accepts that the best team wins on the day. A true supporter stands by their team when losing. Start supporting your team, be proud win or lose.
Osama Ali on January 15, 2016, 12:27 GMT
124 on 127 balls is slow on this pitch. Aus showed better to do brisk 70 than long n slow century
Venkat on January 15, 2016, 12:26 GMT
one thing which is quite obvious, the Aussie batsmen seem to be at home when playing Ashwin, they have worked him out in the limited overs . we have seen Ashwin bowl in the world cup , bowled beautifully with dip and flight and henxe dismissing him as a dust bowl bowler is nonsense. I guess this is a real test for Ashwin , quite curious to see what changes in the next game.
Osama Ali on January 15, 2016, 12:25 GMT
Rohit is new Sachin!!!! Great personal records but not good for the team!!!
Madhu on January 15, 2016, 12:24 GMT
Another easy victory for the Aussies and congrats to them for this performance without their key bowlers like Stark , Cummins , Pattinson and Hazelwood. One more miserable performance from the Indian bowlers, especially the much vaunted spinners Ashwin and Jadeja , who are totally toothless if the pitch is tailor-made for them. Indian selectors should seriously think about not sending spinners like them to Australia or NZ or South Africa . Well done Rohit! It is sad that his efforts are wasted by his bowlers.
Andy on January 15, 2016, 12:24 GMT
@HafizSajid336: Sure, at the moment, we won't mind taking any bowlers but the problem is once they play for India, they will become mediocare bowlers, you guys gotta be up for it. You can have few of our top order batters.
Usman Mushtaq on January 15, 2016, 12:23 GMT
Australia learn the lesson from india by making dead pitches like them and wining with ease , perfect example of poor bowling .
Adam Kosey on January 15, 2016, 12:21 GMT
@Bigskyryza: tait is long retired from international cricket..
ashik on January 15, 2016, 12:20 GMT
Unless dhoni gets out of team and with jadeja and ashwin india will losing matches.there is no point in watching matched with ms dhoni in the team with his favourite members.Domestic performers will not get a chance unless MSD retires. Its High time for MS dhoni to retire or atleast handover the captaincy so that new faces in bowling section can able to see.Playing 2 spinners in australian pitches is biggest blunder. Aswhin is in effective in these pitches and is suitable only in sub continent wickets. indian team selection Management should use their brain while selecting team other than sub continent matches.its very painful to watch matches with this type of bowlers getting selected where many guys are knocking the inidan team door. its high time to wake up for selection comitte to not listen to MS where he always wants his favourite cricketers to be in playing eleven.request MS to step down from captaincy.please
Piyush on January 15, 2016, 12:20 GMT
At this point of time a whitewash by Aussies will do a lot of good for this Indian side as it will open the eyes of selectors and specially BCCI.. Where are they spending big bucks ?? There has to be talented bowlers in India I guess. What is NCA MRF pace academy doing ?? I have never played cricket and don't know the technical aspect but you don't need to be a player to observe the deteriorating quality of players representing India these days. I am commenting this after observing our performance over the years which has been really shamefull. No offence but its really hurting fans like me who neither claims Indian team to be BEST when they win at home nor bash them unnecessarily for few losses. But things are getting pretty shameful as results are not changing a bit. BCCI needs to think about it as they may loose many fans/followers if such performance donot improve.
subhasish on January 15, 2016, 12:20 GMT
Australia should stick with finch marsh opening combination Warner not that great in odi cricket he is a hit and miss player as a team u need trustful openers warner should focus on test and t20s
vinay on January 15, 2016, 12:18 GMT
It is about time for Dhoni to step down as ODI player. He does not play the accelerator role at the end, his captaincy does not have new wrinkles (the Aussies know him too well), and it is better he focus on the T20 cricket.
Darius19880701 on January 15, 2016, 12:17 GMT
stop blaming dhoni youre bowlers cant bowl on good wickets in test you only rely on spinners and fast bowlers are nowhere
Mohamed Afulal on January 15, 2016, 12:16 GMT
I thought Aussies were short of experienced fast bowlers. Most names were unheard and relatively new. But used home conditions well to defeat the Indians. Rohit Sharma has been an aggressive one day player at home or away. Virat Kohli has been batting well in Australia now & in the past. If the series is to liven up, Indian's have to show their fighting quality and ability. On the other side, Pakistanis have brought a spectacular win over the Kiwis. In South Africa, Test match is balanced evenly. Let us what next three days will produce to win the test match?
sudeep on January 15, 2016, 12:16 GMT
Just sick and tired of these defeats which are happening for ages now. How pathetic is it that our think tank cannot find ways to neutralize Smith, Bailey and Warner. This has been going on for match after match. I have stopped watching live matches now.
greig on January 15, 2016, 12:15 GMT
Ashwin, King of the Dustbowl. The reality of International cricket is for all to see.
rakesh on January 15, 2016, 12:12 GMT
One more loss and Dhoni will no more be a Captain. However he may still be playing under Kohli.
Arindam on January 15, 2016, 12:12 GMT
Money should be pumped in into ISL rather than IPL.at least our footballers will gather experience.Indian senior team can win if they are allowed to grow potato in Australia and then convert into playing ground.coz they will always pckup old horses and tired spinners on unmatching conditions.
Shahid on January 15, 2016, 12:12 GMT
I remember some people claiming that India is invincible - after beating South Africa in India - would be interesting to see what they have to say now.
BIKIRAN on January 15, 2016, 12:11 GMT
My synopsis-1.Yadav- lack of enough discipline, +10-12 runs at least 2. Ishant-extras, wides, +10 runs 3.Jadeja-not too bad, still flat on occasions, 1 or 2 short balls, occasional leg side ball, maybe+5-6 runs 4. Ashwin-much better than 1st game, but too many leg side balls, a little unfortunate at times 5.Sran-Discipline initially and inexperience under pressure shown, unnecessary slower balls at times, +6-7 runs. 6.Fielding- dropped catches were costly but overall quite good, some 2 s could have been stopped. My recommendation- 1. maintain the resolve under pressure.Ind won't win an easy game in the next 3, visualise opposition counter attacks and prepare a ready strategy collectively to be used under pressure. 2.If no Mishra, then A&J should continue flighting and tweaking but on off stump line with supporting field. 3.Pacers should focus on discipline, keep 2 slips if possible. 4.Batting is fine, just last 6-7 overs need to be slightly more proactive if batting 1st(contd.)
RAGHAVENDRA on January 15, 2016, 12:10 GMT
Let us wait and watch if we lose 5-0,then may be our next selection will make some changes.For now it is impossible to win with this team.Dhawan should be replaced with another opener,bring in hard hitting allrounder like Hardik Pandya for next ODI series,Add new fast bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah or any other new talented fast bowlers.
anand on January 15, 2016, 12:09 GMT
Its time for Dhoni to hang his boots. It a utter shame to see the way he handles his players these days. He has been critical of certain players like Rahane, Umesh, Ashwin in public and the same players have been match winners for Kohli in the tests. He always has some excuse or the other and somehow he always makes sure no one questions his batting. Dhoni like Ponting was just lucky enough to have great players in his side when they started out as captains.
Nirmal on January 15, 2016, 12:09 GMT
Duncan Fletcher and support staff with him was bad. This set of support staff are worse.
Piyush on January 15, 2016, 12:09 GMT
Why are fellow Indians blaming Rahane? He did his job, Dhoni, Sharma, Ashwin and Jadeja failed. Also, well played Australia. Congrats on your (series) victory.
Venkat on January 15, 2016, 12:07 GMT
Giving Aspirin to a cancer patient is not going to cure the patient . In the first game , Dhoni blamed the spinners and now blames all bowlers . In both matches , his entry retarded the scoring rate and the team was denied scores of 330 to 340 runs . Ishant has played nearly 150 international matches and he has still not learnt to avoid no balls and wides . Bhubaneswar has at least got control but Ishant is good for nothing . The day is not far off when he is going to blame Rohit for scoring a century of 90 or so balls instead of 70 balls . Get rid of Dhoni. Again , some youngster can be tried in place of Dhawan , who tries to play too many shots before getting set and throws his wicket . He does not value his wicket .
twelthman12 on January 15, 2016, 12:06 GMT
It is clear that one cannot win eith decent batting alone. Australia is a well balanced side with good batting and bowling.
Matt on January 15, 2016, 12:03 GMT
Btw... Glad Rohit didn't walk. Don't blame him one bit. But like I said before vast majority of first class cricketers don't walk and almost none walk every time. So this might stop at least some laying blame at the Aussies.
Mike on January 15, 2016, 12:02 GMT
Gee what's the series going on right now? 309 @ Perth, Oz won it an now @ the Gabba 308 again Oz trashed it...,,,what in 'G? 307 same story continues...,,,haha
sandeep on January 15, 2016, 12:02 GMT
Rahane also has improved his numbers.. why can't he open the innings with Rohit.. ?
Tipu on January 15, 2016, 12:01 GMT
I think it was replay of 1st ODI.Where was Dhoni's captaincy.?In third ODI Aus will put put th target of 300 plus,then we will see the test of India's Strong Batting.!
Saeed on January 15, 2016, 12:00 GMT
300 plus is a good total in any condition. Indian dust bowlers dont have any dust to bowl on.
M on January 15, 2016, 11:57 GMT
India need atleast a couple of bowlers who can bowl with an economy of no more than 4 runs an over. At the moment , there is no control at all, all the bowlers are going at 6-7 runs an over. The other thing is the bowlers are not taking enough wickets, absence of a quality leg spinner is another issue. It is very difficult to understand why Mishra is not in the team. Jadega and Ashwin are not effective in Australian conditions and should not be in the team.
Tristan on January 15, 2016, 11:57 GMT
Although the script played very similar to the last ODI this was a much more demoralising result for India. Firstly 309 is the highest chase at the Gabba and 308 at the Gabba is the equivalant to 330 at the WACA. Impressed by the majority of the batting and appauled at the second rate bowling.
Ryan on January 15, 2016, 11:56 GMT
Give Nathan Lyon a crack, he deserves it. He could do just as good or if not better than most of the quicks on the flat pitches. And if you get a pitch that spins India will have an advantage if Australia only use Maxwell. Both captains in both games seem content in letting the batsman build their innings with not much pressure or trying something creative due to confidence in the quality of their batsman. Now that we are 2 nil up bring in Hazelwood, Lyon, Sean Tait and go for the kill. Tait will scare the crap out of the Indians, he bowled some nasty stuff in the bbl. Keep rotating the other bowlers in and out of the team. Make them compete for the other bowling places in the team. They will be better for it.
Matt on January 15, 2016, 11:55 GMT
Amazing how much criticism there always is for the losing team. From an Aussie viewpoint I don't think India are poor. We have just done a few little things better. Fielding and running between wickets and a bit better at reigning it back a bit even if the India batsmen get on top. Perhaps a bit better tactics and maybe a half extra bowling option. It all adds up. But it's always the same mass hysteria for the losing team... No matter which team it is.
Sachitra on January 15, 2016, 11:55 GMT
Rohit Shrma follows the footsteps of Sachin. Scoring a hundred and losing the match.
Piyush on January 15, 2016, 11:55 GMT
Do us a favour Australians. Kindly finish your chases like what NZ did against SL.. Atleast that will please Indian fans as well coz we are literally fed up criticising our bowling.. I don't think any team can win with such bowlers..
Narayanamoorthy Govindarajan on January 15, 2016, 11:54 GMT
Very ordinary bowing in the middle over. Spinning option is not working in the flat wicket. Dhoni's captaincy is also very poor.
Subramani on January 15, 2016, 11:53 GMT
The sad part is that because Dhoni won India the 20/20 WC once and the ODI WC in 2011, no one wants to remove him from captaincy. His luck has run out and it is no surprise that India is losing so regularly in Australia. Rohit Sharma should be made the captain for the 2019 world cup. It is possible that if this is done Rohit might also deliver in Tests. Cricket is a strange game and strange things happen. At one time no one would have imagined Dhoni resigning from Tests in the middle of a series or lose a ODI series against South Africa at home. He has no strategy except to look his part as Captain Cool. Sandip Patil and co must have a re-look at Dhoni's appointment as Captain for the next 20/20 WC. With players like Pandya, Iyer Nitesh Rana and Unmukht India has a fair chance. Let the selectors not botch it up with Dhoni as the captain. Rohit Sharma is most suited for the shorter formats as of now. He is a good tactician as well as Ricky Ponting revealed some time ago.
Atif on January 15, 2016, 11:52 GMT
Australia is showing India that they're not even in the same class as them. Ashwin who first of all should be reported for action is a third class bowler outside of India. India is proving to everyone that they can only win at home by continuing to lose away from the sub continent. I hope Australia whitewashes the Indians in the odis and t20s. I also believe that even if India makes 400 runs by batting first, Australia will chase that total down easily because of poor Indian bowling. Dhoni definitely has lost his mojo
Pradeep on January 15, 2016, 11:49 GMT
OMG What is happening to India on overseas sporting turfs. The king of dust bowl can't buy a wicket as it seems. Now we can understand the Saffers were robbed of any quality cricket by making sub standard 3 day tracks that made Ashwin and Jadeja look like Shane Warne. Pathetic to say the least.
mallick on January 15, 2016, 11:47 GMT
Really sorry for this poor fellow Rohit sharma. Many cricket pundits and fans always target him unnecessarily. I was shocked to see dhoni's captaincy and post match presentation now a days. He is not accepting his mistake but giving so many excuses. You have a good seam bowling allrounder in the team but in aus condition like brisbane and perth you are playing with 2 spinners. Either you remove Ashwin who is ineffective in both the matches or Jadeja who is not good at all in these conditions. Why B.Kumar did not play this match is out of thought. Ishant sharma is not a wicket taking bowler and he did not have enough match practice before this match. Yadav bowled one good over then Dhoni replaced him with spinner. Surprise!Rahane is a good batsman but there is a difference between a good batsman and big hitting or strike rotating batsman and Rahane is not at all a big hitting player as a result it affected so much rohit sharma's batting and strike rate of 100 is not enough in slog ove
Mohan on January 15, 2016, 11:45 GMT
Cant agree with Dhoni about bowlers. For this pitch and for this Australian team, 300 totals are not enough. We should give enough total to bowlers according to pitch and opponents so that bowlers can defend. For these two pitches, definitely we should have scored more than 330.
Android on January 15, 2016, 11:44 GMT
Ho hum. What is going to be MS Dhoni's excuse this time? The DRS 50/50 went India's way. Maybe he has to realisectgey are not good enough and his captaibcy is poor
Vinod on January 15, 2016, 11:43 GMT
Another loss for india...another round of mindless india bagging by the perennial members of 'lets bag india for all thatz wrong in world cricket' brigade....just stumps me to see how much is the venom that comes out of all comers when we loose....geez....there are several of us who love the game for it is...a game...and appreciate the feats of opponents, wish we would'nt be tarred by the same brush...coming back to the game....wish OH WISH - Rohit had Walked....i see a 5-0 or at best 4-1 ........but am also feeling happy that india lost...this will hopefully get those in the powers that be...to improve the state of our pathetic pitches....make it more pace friendly....hopefully we develop a pace oriented mentality....hopefully somewhere someone is listening.....peace & cricinfo plz publish....
Madhusudhan on January 15, 2016, 11:42 GMT
MSD is very poor Captain. Ravi Shastri is too bad Team Director. Indian bowlers are too bad bowlers.
Fictionaliser on January 15, 2016, 11:40 GMT
Just noticed. India bowled 11 wides & 1 no ball which means we have awarded 24 runs to the opposition. 12 extra runs + 12 extra bowls to score freely from. This is unacceptable at any level. Ishant Sharma bowled 8 wides. Australia in comparison with their B attack bowled 7 wides. Cannot blame everything on Dhoni when bowlers are profligate! It is also true that not many teams can score as fluently as India does against Australia.
rob on January 15, 2016, 11:40 GMT
Rohit Sharma. What a player. He's probably close to tearing his hair out wondering what he has to do to get his side a win but he's a wonderful ODI batsman. One of these days we might get him out early but I'm not going to hold my breath waiting for it.
david on January 15, 2016, 11:40 GMT
India needs good bowlers.... ones with ability to take wickets... not just go through their overs.... doesn't matter Dhoni stays or goes.. Outside India , Indian bowlers are absolutely toothless.. at home they have to make crazy spinning wickets to win... ..
Ian on January 15, 2016, 11:38 GMT
Why exactly did Australia invite India to play the ODI series? Shouldn't they have been playing against the West Indies? Atleast the West Indies would have been more entertaining, if not more challenging. Its not that Australia are full strength either. I wonder what paying spectators feel about this ordinary bit of cricket being played especially in the bowling and fielding departments.
Nathan on January 15, 2016, 11:37 GMT
Stop getting so emotional everyone ! Im a staunch Aussie fan don't get me wrong, but Indian fans are so hard on their team. Fast, bouncy wickets that need strong back foot play and the bowlers quickly learning to bowl a different length. And playing a team coming off in Big Bash mode. All credit to the Indians playing on the WACA and Gabba and scoring 300 plus. The next 3 tracks will be much more to their liking and the results may show. Massive kudos to Sharma, Smith and Bailey so far - bowlers on both teams need some improvement.
Pankaj on January 15, 2016, 11:37 GMT
I am an Indian supporter and I am not unhappy that India have lost. Let Australian whitewash in both ODI and T20 and may be then the selectors would think of change of guard. MDS served well India for years and now the time has come to hand over the batten to the next generation. In the last couple of years there is nothing new or different MSD had tried, the same old players adn the same defensive cricket. I am rather happy India lose but learn by playing aggressive cricket. And I cant understand how can he keep selecting Jadeja outside India.
Mitch on January 15, 2016, 11:36 GMT
17 matches in a row!!! Oh it's an amazing record isn't it!!! Who dares to come down under??
Arul on January 15, 2016, 11:36 GMT
Its harsh to blame Indian bowlers. Aussies did nothing better either with the ball on both games. It was another slow ton by RSharma on a flat track and his record is getting better. On the other hand Indian ODI record every since he started to open the innings is getting worse. Another 20 runs could have saved both ODI's for India.
bangladeshi on January 15, 2016, 11:35 GMT
poor captain Dhoni talks more rather scores more now a days. empty pitcher:-P. BCCI only knows what they expect from him
Thomas on January 15, 2016, 11:35 GMT
You got your 50-50 but still lost the game. I think Dhoni would probably be regretting the rush of blood that allowed him to question the umpire's integrity in the previous game.
Ray on January 15, 2016, 11:35 GMT
@Sachin_vvsfan: "BCCI should force Aus to grant Jadeja Aus citizenship.." No need for that mate, we (England) will have him. He can't be worse than our spinners!
Mohsin on January 15, 2016, 11:35 GMT
Come on india come back strong in next game, score 350 runs and LOOSE AGAIN!!!!
aman on January 15, 2016, 11:34 GMT
Indian bowling has been the problem, is the problem and will be the problem (outside of India)
Need wicket takers....
Prasanna on January 15, 2016, 11:33 GMT
@Nimalan, Aus has done well away from home in ODIs over a period of time. Even in india, Aus has won a WC, a Champions trophy rubber, a tri-series (involving Zim), and 3 bilateral series. Some stats, these.
Arpit Sood on January 15, 2016, 11:32 GMT
Drnn29 - either youre a fan or youre not. You sound like a lazy disappointment
Mark on January 15, 2016, 11:30 GMT
India didn't bowl well consistently. Ind spilled all but one chance. This is Australia's way to the whitewash. It's ODI cricket, let's not count our chickens just yet. Well done Bailey & almost we won with the 4th grade kids.
Brenton on January 15, 2016, 11:27 GMT
Wow. India really are quite useless when exposed to a normal cricket wicket. Perhaps they can win if they play on something resembling a potato field.
Fictionaliser on January 15, 2016, 11:27 GMT
Australia is so far ahead of the next team it is not even funny. They have the best backup teams especially for their type of conditions. And Smith must be in love with India! Pak/SL are more likely to defend 300 scores than Indians & it appears to be a psychological thing. Another set of data points to too frequent meetings between India & Australia in pro-Oz conditions where India has come second-best most of the time leading to negative mindset. What we Indians can feel good about is our batting strength. It is not easy to score 300 against ANY Australian team. They are so competitive. But I must say that India is better off in chasing during the next few matches. Our last year's chases got derailed due to Johnson/Starc's brilliance which is not the case anymore! Well done Australia & India too. Both games went on till last few overs. And yes too much vitriol against India in these forums (mostly by Indians themselves). Guys be balanced. We are dealing with World Cup champions!
VIjay on January 15, 2016, 11:26 GMT
India is no match to Australia. They are masters of this game and they have proved it time and again. Good going Aussies...
Alwyn on January 15, 2016, 11:26 GMT
Again poor captay from Dhoni. He has no ideas about bowling plans. Only he wants spinners to bowl after 10th over. Very ordinary, remove Jadeja from the team, then India will few matches. Selectors wake up and remove Dhoni from captaincy.
Inam on January 15, 2016, 11:25 GMT
Easy chase yet again, remrakable how ineffective indian spinners are in two games, same old indian theme of Indian team loosing abroad with such ease. Dhoni misread the pitch and did not set enough target. Grounds are big and lot of twos and three will do the job without taking risks, India did not attack much in batting in both games. 350 might not be big score for Aussies batting in such good form.
sumit on January 15, 2016, 11:25 GMT
300 runs in any pitch is considered good score ,if blower can't able to take wicket in middle overs then its blower problem not the captain. Only change need to be done in remaining ODI is Dhawan.Either Aus win the series by 4-1 or 3-2.
syedmaveed on January 15, 2016, 11:24 GMT
2 Down India .. make changes give chance to Rishi Dhawan, (Ms Dhoni, , Rohit Sharma, Ajankya Rahane,Virat K,M Pandey,G.M.Singh,R Jadeja/Axar P, R Ashwin, R. Dhawan, Ishant Sharma Sarn/Umesh) Shikar Dhawan Should be rested ... ! Rahane n Rohit Open the Batting ,,,
Shinoj on January 15, 2016, 11:23 GMT
Its clear Dhoni needs to go.. Doesnt have any imagination as a captain.When things go wrong or Teams bowling cant make any difference he needs to change something,ask bowlers to go round the wicket,give them some confidence,set some field changes.I refuse to believe Indian Bowlers are the problem.The only and the major one problem is MS Dhoni.He needs to go as soon as possible.
srinath on January 15, 2016, 11:23 GMT
i thank msd for whatever he has contributed to our indian cricket for the past decade.. but i seriously think his time is up.. may be a few catches could have been taken, rubbish captaincy, poor death batting(esply by dhoni), poor fielding efforts, extremely pedestrian bowling line-up, good flat wickets have led to our downfall, may be dhoni can rest himself for the rest of the series & test the bench..! :/ drop dhawan, bring in rishi dhawan, make manish pandey the opener.. -_-
Harry on January 15, 2016, 11:23 GMT
With Dhoni it is always about combination (which is picks wrongly). I am sure after losing series in next match he will get the combination right. For Aus we need more all rounder. For next match (If India wants to win), Take S Dhawan, R Ashwin, Yadav out and get Gurkeerat, R Dhawan, Bhuvi in team! believe me it will make combination right and more option in bowling!
Dudley on January 15, 2016, 11:23 GMT
For the second time India was 30 to 40 runs short. It is harder for visiting teams to set a target in ODI games specially at the WACA and the Gabba. Chasing is the better option for India if the toss is won in the next game. Wonder if Rohit Sharma / Kohli partnership produced the desired scoring rate. Dudley Gunasena, Eastwood, NSW, Australia.
carl on January 15, 2016, 11:22 GMT
Is Ashwin really a spinner? Lyon actually spins it on these pitches...what's going on with the worlds supposed best bowler?
Chalu on January 15, 2016, 11:21 GMT
Indian selectors must decide on MSD's future in ODI team. He simply has lost his Midas touch. Awful and uninspiring as captain. How long we will keep picking players like Jadeja and Dhwan!! Hope India loses 5-0 and we see fresh ideas and newer set up for ODIs. BCCI please hire a good fast bowling coach too...
mayuresh on January 15, 2016, 11:20 GMT
dhoni is pathetic captain. he is not at all communicating with his fast bowler. you have tell your bowlers on field what to do when and that is where experience of captain matters. forget plans on paper.
Santhosh on January 15, 2016, 11:20 GMT
time for the captain to sit and analyse ... but if the captain has to analyse himself ... its never going to happen with Dhoni... both the matches we were short of 15 to 20 runs.... 1st match 41st to 45th over - 30 Balls 32 runs... 2nd match 43rd to 47th over - 24 balls 23 Runs... on both counts Dhoni was at the crease ... instead of going for bit hits with 8 wickets in hand dhoni is trying for ones and two.... Is dhoni trying to save his place and grace ???? time to think..
Rex on January 15, 2016, 11:18 GMT
Poor effort from India's batsmen against a second choice Australian pace attack with 27 games experience between the four of them!
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 11:18 GMT
everyone is strong at home....
faysal rabby on January 15, 2016, 11:18 GMT
india's bowling is very poor bowling attk. if india score 400 they loss the game for their poor bowling attk.
Nimalan Pathma-Nathan on January 15, 2016, 11:16 GMT
Very enjoyable. India are totally incapable of doing well in Australia. Their "fans" will say the same of Australia but dont forget Australia have won world cups home and away. 1983 does not count. Long time ago and they were lucky. India prepares favourable wickets on small grounds. Their fans fill up the stadiums (not for tests of course) and the home side is always favourite. Not a true indication of skill. I was particularly please that Rohit did not walk for a much more obvious snick than Baileys in the last match. I thought only Australians were bad sports. I hope that Australia wins the next game so they can rest everyone before the NZ return series. I would love to see India beaten by a fourth or fifth string Indian side.
Prasanna on January 15, 2016, 11:16 GMT
Good that we pulled them back after what appeared to be a 330-340 chase. Now I am concerned about how we would defend a score of 300 when it comes to it. Are these bowlers upto it ?
Finn Majestic Snapper on January 15, 2016, 11:15 GMT
Australia C team beats india
Sajjad Ali Khokhar on January 15, 2016, 11:14 GMT
Feeling sorry for Indian team, they scored 300 in both matches and nevertheless lost but their bowlers are responsible for this aftermath, batsmen are making runs and their bowlers giving runs.
Graham on January 15, 2016, 11:14 GMT
I think the worrying signs for India is that Australia are doing it easy. You need to tweek your plan. Australia struggled early around 4 per over why wouldnt you try and bring fielders in at this point build more dot balls and perhaps grab a wicket (but having said that they created the chances and splashed them). At the moment India are letting AUstralia score runs to easily and need to tweek something. I find the negative mindset of most captains makes run scoring easy, just cos your allowed 4 fielders out doesnt mean you have to have 3 players out.
Shifan on January 15, 2016, 11:14 GMT
Nothing surprise india lose this mach.. bcs all cricket lovers knows india can win only in there home.. away they cannot play....anyway rohit played extraordinary..
RAGHAVENDRA on January 15, 2016, 11:14 GMT
Let India lose 5-0 ,next series we may see new players.If India wins atleast one match,then old players would be playing till Dhoni retires.Bumrah should have played instead of Bhuvi,and Hardik Pandiya should have been added in ODI also.Pandya is in great form at present.Why wait till T20 for Pandya arrival to Austrailia
ravi on January 15, 2016, 11:12 GMT
India should have defended this total today. They didnt take their catches at perfect time. The ground size was big and runs were not easy to come by. opening partnership took the game away from India. Dhoni's odi captaincy will now be in the line for all remaining games.
Nadeem on January 15, 2016, 11:12 GMT
What a boring match. Toothless bowling from both sides. Why not bring some spiced up pitches and let the audience enjoy.
sashi on January 15, 2016, 11:12 GMT
Dhoni has to remove dhawan and bring any new players with rahane as opener. remove umesh and bring back bhuvanesh. series lost so better play for pride with youngsters. if Dhoni can't make changes bCCI has to remove Dhoni.
Junaid on January 15, 2016, 11:11 GMT
putting it simply...India needs to improve their bowling..
syed naveed on January 15, 2016, 11:11 GMT
The weakness is in the bowling department of India cricket team and not in their batting . instead of telling their bowlers to make more efforts to take wickets ... asking their batsmen to score some more runs . Strange thinking .
Deepak on January 15, 2016, 11:11 GMT
Now i feel sorry for my fellow indians who blamed umpire and bailey decision for loss now they have no such reason would love to see the excuses they have this time
Samir on January 15, 2016, 11:10 GMT
Same highlights of the last game!! Aus has nothing to do if Indian bowlers have no clue how to bowl in Aus!! Not understanding why again two spinners on flat track??? Ashvin is not require at all 60 runs no wicket!!! Better to have Bhuvi, Ishant, Yadav, Sran. Very bad bowling by India and there is no chance for India, and cricket looks so boring credit to worst Indian bowlers having no cricketing sense which line what ball and do not have ability to bowl yorkers!! Now go with all youngsters to have chance atlest rather going for same team!!!!! Ashvin should be sit out now onward and never ever dare to go to Aus with poor bowling and wasting India's winning positions!! What a selfish bowler!!! Even Jadeja not atall looking effective and seems to have t20 medium pacer Hardik Pandya or Binny require. Raina, Yuvraj, Bhajjee badly missing!!!!!
Hafiz on January 15, 2016, 11:08 GMT
well indian must perduce fast bowler otherwise you cannot won a match abroad. look how pak grip nz today. just produce some good bowler. of you dont mind we will send some boys to india?
sri on January 15, 2016, 11:07 GMT
For a change how about we take these second rate Aus bowlers and let Aus use our first rate Indian bowlers? May be we will have a chance? BCCI should force Aus to grant Jadeja Aus citizenship and I want Aus to include Jadeja for next 6-7 years in ODI so that it will restore some balance between teams.
Devesh on January 15, 2016, 11:07 GMT
Blaming Dhoni, which seems to be an inevitability, will do no good. No good at all. While he's not the force he used to be, he's not the reason India have been losing. There's clearly much more to it.
Wayne on January 15, 2016, 11:06 GMT
Another brilliant batting chase from the worlds #1 side. Can't understand at what stage a winning chase of 300+ gets boring to some. Great to watch a class side go through it's paces and all should enjoy. The star of Steve Smith just continues to rise and he is definitely the worlds premier all-forms batsman. George Bailey is at the top of his game also and it's very hard to see how any side can stop the rampaging world champions. India are going to have to bowl and field a lot better than this to seriously challenge.
Usman on January 15, 2016, 11:06 GMT
Another good win by AUS. Indian bowling is not capable of defending even 350 runs. I don't know why is Dhawan included in the team on foreign tours. He is just a good batsmen for sub-continent pitches. Professional and calculated chase by Auzzies
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 11:06 GMT
who are the people who say bat first in Australia and it is a guaranteed win? ha
varsha on January 15, 2016, 11:05 GMT
What has happened to India's great spin twins Jadeja and Ashwin?
Devesh on January 15, 2016, 11:05 GMT
This is frustrating cricket. I feel sorry for the bowlers, for both the teams. They come hard at the batsmen only to be clobbered away for fours and sixes, on wickets that offer almost nothing. They remind me of the cement tracks cricket is played on at the high school level. Honestly, seeing as home conditions have become integral to the sport, I would not be surprised to find some hostile turning tracks this World T20. As incorrect as that may be, this seems to be the new turn cricket, in general, has taken.
BJORN on January 15, 2016, 11:04 GMT
Its a good sign if India loses games before a major Tournament based on recent trends. Can't wait for the T20 WC!
Prasanna on January 15, 2016, 11:04 GMT
Good that we pulled them back after what appeared to be a 330-340 chase. Now I am concerned about how we would defend a score of 300 when it comes to it. Are these bowlers upto it ?
Jake on January 15, 2016, 11:04 GMT
Australia win with 7 wickets still in hand. Once again the run chase was easy, Australia never looked like being in trouble. The only thing India will win on this tour is the toss. So far they are two for two on the toss. The press conference will be interesting to see if India complain about DRS or anything else. That's not up to their satisfaction.
Edwin on January 15, 2016, 11:03 GMT
missg Raina .....after the results for the 2nd ODI.... we need a #Finisher like #Raina ....atleast for the slog overs.... #Bring my hero back......
Drew on January 15, 2016, 11:02 GMT
@SCOOBY_007 exactly mate. SA were scoring 350-400 on those Indian pitches. Anyway, I have Bailey as my MOM for both the 1st and 2nd of these ODIs. He pulled Australia to the win on both occasions. I don't see how Nohit is in consideration at all, but I suppose he did score runs, albeit at a pedestrian pace.
Ben on January 15, 2016, 11:02 GMT
Wow record chase australia against sorry poor indians
janagarathinam on January 15, 2016, 11:02 GMT
poor bowling for yadav,ishant..India please select new young bowling generation,they have fight spirit...
Cool on January 15, 2016, 11:01 GMT
I am sorry, but as an Indian fan, I have to say that these defeats are getting way beyond embarrassing. This is just Aus A team remember, and they are hammering us left and right. Indian fans since 2011 have had to endure a series of humiliating whitewashes. Seriously, how many self-respecting countries would have allowed their captain, selection committee etc to continue after just 1-2 whitewashes?? We have allowed Dhoni to be the undisputed king. Selection committee is not answerable to anyone and they can also do whatever they want and get away with it. Pathetic state of affairs.
BJORN on January 15, 2016, 11:01 GMT
Well played India. You had Oz sweating in the end lol.
Nasr Bhatti on January 15, 2016, 11:01 GMT
every one talking about bowlers no one except this pitch need 320
Vinod on January 15, 2016, 11:01 GMT
R Ashwin was cut to size. Yet again. What an overrated bowler he is. And why exactly do we keep playing Dhawan and Umesh Yadav, again?
ciju on January 15, 2016, 11:00 GMT
poor Ashwin great in Indian conditions. big zero in foreign conditions.
Ben on January 15, 2016, 10:59 GMT
Always a great day with india losing nd pakistan winning
Ben on January 15, 2016, 10:57 GMT
Poor looking india soooo sorry looking faces shame team
mallick on January 15, 2016, 10:56 GMT
Many reasons of india losing this match.. 1st Poorest captaincy by dhoni. 2nd Team playing combination especially so much trust on spinners.3rd. Lack of big hitters towards the end overs. You guys may not like me saying this statement but Rahane actually does not deserve in odi team. There are many players in domestic who can score briskly in odi than rahane. Pls. go thru the domestic competitions you will find. Rahane may have done strike rate of 100 but was putting unnecessary pressure on rohit and other batsmen.
Ben on January 15, 2016, 10:55 GMT
Next time india will prey rohit dont make 100 thats the only way this sorry looking indian side could win
Naresh on January 15, 2016, 10:53 GMT
lack of power hitting in low order exposed....dhoni is getting worse.... clearing missing Inform yuvi raina n old dhoni...people will be harsh on dhoni now on especially blame his batting... but that s a sad true....
hari on January 15, 2016, 10:52 GMT
Rohit centuries vain.... Dhoni has to rethink about his bowling options
IRFAN on January 15, 2016, 10:52 GMT
No matter the result, I think men in blue are going to have a party tonight for dismissing smithy
mustafa on January 15, 2016, 10:51 GMT
usman your love will soon start losing for money...so mind you own,business and watch your games
ideal on January 15, 2016, 10:49 GMT
If a team cannot defend 300 plus so many times, the bowling unit is toothless. Umesh Yadav, Ishant Sharma , Ashwin and Jadeja have been playing cricket for years international level. Can't put two consecutive balls on a spot. Nowhere to hide under excuses. But, with the quality of players available at hand almost all of the bowlers in domestic have no quality. So, we are done for basically.
Drew on January 15, 2016, 10:48 GMT
@NURSERY_ENDER why? This was a better decision by India's logic because it favoured them. At least the rest of us won't suffer more whinging from a side that has no right to complain about umpiring decisions going against them in the first place!
IRFAN on January 15, 2016, 10:48 GMT
What a Friday it has been so far, cricketing wise
greig on January 15, 2016, 10:47 GMT
lol. Another easy chase for Australia with a 2nd string team. This is embarrassing for India, even the flat decks requested are not helping them.
karthik on January 15, 2016, 10:47 GMT
india bowlers making average player bailey looks like ponting .....
Dinesh Ganesan on January 15, 2016, 10:47 GMT
Indian bowlers are pathetic forget about getting wickets they cant even stem the run flow which is what Oz bowlers did very well!!
Pradish Haridas on January 15, 2016, 10:46 GMT
Sad show again by India , they are scoring 200 each game ( in such pitches 300 is like 200) and expect to win with a sub-standard school level bowling attack ?
Shipu on January 15, 2016, 10:46 GMT
Australia XI ODI experience equates to 417 games; whereas, India XI ODI experience equates to 1072 games - not even half. Embarrassing stuff that India cannot win games or more importantly a series against Australia in Australia despite playing there more often than not. India just don't have the fast bowlers to succeed there. Ashwin is clearly showing that he struggles to bowl away from the subcontinent - I thought he has improved or does he need conditions to suit him? the ODI rule changes have not really made much if a difference it seems.
karthik on January 15, 2016, 10:43 GMT
india need a better team management ...plz bcci bring a new coach , what can you expect from ravi shastri and sanjay bangar
N on January 15, 2016, 10:42 GMT
@NURSERY_ENDER: If they ask Dhoni the question, I am sure he would. But this "no DRS" stand by BCCI is just getting to be ridiculous. Decisions going wrongly in India's favor won't help.
Jake on January 15, 2016, 10:39 GMT
Australia are batting well. Bailey just hit a six. Should be a similar result as the first game. I wonder if India win a game on this tour. They were only in Australia for a tour before the World Cup and lost every game in all forms of cricket to Australia.
N on January 15, 2016, 10:37 GMT
India 20 runs and two good bowlers short every time they play in Aus. Making Bailey look like Steve Waugh. This looks like it's going to be another 5-0.
PRIYANK on January 15, 2016, 10:31 GMT
Extremely disappointed with our bowling today.. I thought after easily conceding 310 in last game they will come hard today but they just don't seem to have any idea what to do.. Once I saw srinath, kumble & harbhajan concede easily 280+ in a match against SA but it stung that so much that they came back strongly in next match to successfully defend 220 odd score.. Current bowlers with every help at their disposal and even after having played for nearly 5 years(all of them) & 8 years(ishant) barring only Sran... I have been a staunch critic of MSD's captaincy but even great Captains like Lloyd, Imran, Mark Taylor could have been able to do anything with these guys.. No point in blaming our batsmen to fall 20-25 runs short again as 309 is a good enough total too.. Similarly no point in having tete-a-tete with AUS supporters till our bowling does anything worthwhile... :(
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 10:30 GMT
I disagree with those saying Jinx should be dropped. He was scoring at run a ball. He was rotating the strike in middle overs and hit boundaries when needed. Sure he's not someone who can effortlessly clear the boundary like Rohit or Kohli, but he has timing to find boundaries. The guys you should be criticising are Dhawan and Dhoni.
Saq on January 15, 2016, 10:29 GMT
Commentators just said Indian bowlers have conseeded 1000 runs in the last 3 ODI's. I don't what people expect from the flat pitches on offer for the seamers.
Tom on January 15, 2016, 10:28 GMT
Given another catch going undetected will Dhoni again be pressing for better decisions from the umpires?
Usman Amjad on January 15, 2016, 10:24 GMT
My country my love my pakistan Insha Allah Aus also win this match today very happy day Go Aus you do it easily
Arul on January 15, 2016, 10:24 GMT
Opening bat, scored a ton with 11 4s and 3 6s still strike rate is under 100! what a player. Ever since RSharma started opening, his record is awesome, India's record is terrible.
Nish on January 15, 2016, 10:18 GMT
India on course for another demoralising loss - despite posting a 300+ score. Obviously this is down to our poor bowling but then MSD keeps on picking the wrong bowlers - when is he going to realize that pitches down under are not generally spin-friendly? Maybe after we are 0-3 down & series is already lost! Why is Dhawan keep on being picked - when he has shown no form for quite a while now. Hope Rohit's critics are going to now permanently keep quiet but unbelievable some are having a go at Rahane today despite his 89 at a s/r of over 100.
Peter on January 15, 2016, 10:09 GMT
Another belting on the cards - Aussie 3rd string team is too good for India
Gazi on January 15, 2016, 10:07 GMT
Rohit Sharma is the first away batsmen to have scored ODI hundreds against Australia in Australia in 3 different venues(Melbourne,Perth,Brisbane),and only 2nd batsmen after Viv Richards to have 3 ODI hundreds against Australia in Australia,but spare of thought for him.While Viv won all his 3 matches when he scored those hundreds for WI against Australia,Rohit has lost in his previous 2 matches with India when he scored a ton and looks likely to be the 3rd such ocassion.He may yet walk away with the motm,but he wished he had some venomous pace bowling teammates in his team which Viv had.You can score 400 in pacy and bouncy wickets of Australia,South Africa,but If your pacers can't hunt in packs and take wickets in regular intervals,your totals will likely be chased as 1 or 2 set batsmen can do all the damage for your team while chasing.It was Gibbs&Smith who did all the damage while chasing Australia's world record 438 in Jo'burg even though Bracken had a 5 wicket haul for Australia.
ravi on January 15, 2016, 10:00 GMT
Big ground size giving india a small chance. boundaries not easy
Daisy on January 15, 2016, 9:59 GMT
When rohit score 100 that means india is going to lose the match, another sachin in the making
sumit on January 15, 2016, 9:58 GMT
indian doesnt have a big hitter or a proper t20 player like maxwell or faulkner in their lineup. so they cant get more runs in the death overs. i am tired of hearing that dhoni will unleash in last overss. guys please stop and accept that dhoni is not like he used to be. even out of form yuvraj can be better than current msd
Muhammad Reza Thahir on January 15, 2016, 9:50 GMT
the indian team doesnt need a danawade lad with 1000 runs, they have enough of them. they need quality consistent fast bowlers like kapil dev.
BJORN on January 15, 2016, 9:45 GMT
I would like to see Rohit bring his ODI form into Test Cricket.
S on January 15, 2016, 9:39 GMT
I agree with Dev Mithra. India should have got more than 308. Rahane is a liability in the middle order.
Giridhar on January 15, 2016, 9:38 GMT
Latching on to opportunities created against Australia is the only way India can win.
BJORN on January 15, 2016, 9:36 GMT
Order-in-chaos. Agree completely. Rahane is a quality bat. He adds solidity to the middle order. He can play the big shots too once he is set so should always bat at 4 no matter the situation.
BJORN on January 15, 2016, 9:34 GMT
Drew12. I agree. The bowlers are just not upto the task. The only option now is try the other bowlers on the bench.
BJORN on January 15, 2016, 9:31 GMT
India once again put in a good batting performance only to be let down by their fielding. They are competing well on this Tour as they always do.
N on January 15, 2016, 9:15 GMT
Good catch by Rahane but a little too late. India's fielding has been terrible at crucial times - Ishant dropping a dolly, Ashwin not getting behind the ball with Marsh half way down the pitch, bowlers not cutting singles off their own bowling. This is going to be another demoralising loss.
Drew on January 15, 2016, 9:15 GMT
I don't understand how so many Indians blame Dhoni and the bowling. What makes you think you have the bowlers at all to defend anything? That's really what I don't understand. Unless the opposition has an off day with the bat, India's only chance to win is to bat the opposition out of the game. Dhoni does not have the bowlers in the team, nor in reserve (from what I've ever seen of Indian bowling in the IPL) with the pace or skill to choose from. Therefore, it make no sense to blame Dhoni. Blame your batsman who simply are not putting the score on the board to bat the opposition out of the match on a consistent basis.
mayank on January 15, 2016, 9:11 GMT
Some ignorant cricket fans want rahane to be dropped. Who would you play in his stead? Pandey , jadeja and dhoni can't be relied on. There is no other option. can't blame him when so called power hitters are not able to clear the fence
ARUN on January 15, 2016, 9:11 GMT
Pathetic to watch Indians already wanting to loose and their body language let's fans big time down.Wonder were do they get that energy
Jimmy on January 15, 2016, 9:09 GMT
Indian fans on cricinfo have been pointing fingers at fans from other nations for making up excuses but the irony of that is ridiculous after reading the comments from last game from them . Not sure whether to laugh or be embarrassed by their behavior. Must've come off from their brilliant captain Dhoni.
Chew on January 15, 2016, 9:08 GMT
Another good score from India... Keep fight.. you can win this.. SL fan
Neil on January 15, 2016, 9:08 GMT
Australia well on their way to an easy win despite 308 runs scored by India. Dhoni's bowling moves (taking out spinners when they were keeping the run-rate down and introducing the almighty Yadav) have lost what appeared to be a game that India could have won. Definitely an 8-0 drubbing with Dhoni in charge. Please retire Dude. And BTW - your batting today was weak just like the past 2 years and it cost India another 20-30 runs. Thanks Captain Cool!? This is disgusting to watch as an Indian cricket fan.
Nandan on January 15, 2016, 9:07 GMT
Completely agree mav_1985 Rahane played well with strike rate of more than 100. Its the batmen around him who failed.
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 9:06 GMT
Dhoni takes off the spinners when they're going well and replaces with Yadav. Also too many runs given after drinks break. Dhoni has to go now! I'm tired of his brain dead captaincy! If sports is a job and thus about results, then Dhoni should've been sacked a long time ago. In fact, everyone should be sacked.
Black on January 15, 2016, 9:04 GMT
Another rohit ton and another win for india. This guy is the best batsman ever. India will trash aussies today with big margin. India is the best.
Nandan on January 15, 2016, 9:03 GMT
We will lose this in 45 overs, but seriously No 5,6,7 position in Indian batting lack a genuine hitter. Dhoni WAS a great finisher a few years back not anymore. Its amusing how all the commentators call his wicket important and the words " dangerous hitter". No ready players in Indian cricket because you dont try them .
karthik on January 15, 2016, 8:58 GMT
blame should be on dhoni not rahane ....
Gaurav on January 15, 2016, 8:54 GMT
I see no sense in people blaming Rahane. India getting 300+ is a good enough achievement considering the recent change in the ODI rules, and he (Rahane) played a major part in it by maintaining a strike rate above 100. What more can you ask for from a player who has readily accepted any position he has been asked to play at? Besides the real problem is the placid pitch and the fact that Dhoni insists on sticking to a sub-part bowling combination, instead of reading the pitch and the conditions right.
Maybe Australia will win; but not coz of the lack of runs posted on the board, but because we don't have the right combination of penetrative bowlers to make inroads into a batting line-up that is not Australia's first choice combination.
Vaishak on January 15, 2016, 8:50 GMT
A rerun into most of Indias recent innings , and der seems to be a pattern...starting d run well at d whistle, keep up a good pace through the track, but alas, d finish line in sight,
Naresh on January 15, 2016, 8:46 GMT
don't get finch out..can win this match only by using him
Anupam on January 15, 2016, 8:45 GMT
Ishant just does not fit in the ODI's. Can't bat, can't field and pretty average bowler, he should be preserved for tests only
Dev Mithra on January 15, 2016, 8:39 GMT
Joapp no it was not because of him we are at leadt in 308. Kohli and rohit did the job. Because of him we were down to 308 when score should be reading 350. He couldn't even hit full tosses so stop backing him. He is not a no4 batsman so play him as an opener or drop him. We are done watching rahane bringing the team down, it happened too many times to forgive.
Valavan on January 15, 2016, 8:36 GMT
This Rohit seems to have hit purple patch in ODI career
mayank on January 15, 2016, 8:36 GMT
those who are blaming rahane should be ashamed of their cricket illiteracy.
twelthman12 on January 15, 2016, 8:27 GMT
I can't believe a simple catch dropped by Ishant.
apporv on January 15, 2016, 8:22 GMT
i cant believe people are saying that because of ajinkya rahane india didn't scor 320+ it was because of his innings in first place we got near 310
sidh on January 15, 2016, 8:09 GMT
I dont know why some people say india not play so well outside india.please check the stat before say this.Recently india won champions trophy in England. Won ODI series 4-1 in England.India won two WC and one champions trophy on fast bouncy seaming pitches in Eng,SA.also reach to SF in last WC in Aus without losing single match.lost only to Aus.India also reached in final of WC in 2003 in South Africa but again lost to only Aus in that WC.but India defeated strong Australian team of Ricki pointing in CB series in 2008 in two straight finals in Australia.india also won world series in aus,won nest west series in Eng. many odi series in Nz,Wi.this shows that India may not be best team but good team on fast bouncy seaming pitches.that is the reality.
Safa04 on January 15, 2016, 8:07 GMT
Australia easily gonna win dis one also...as India lacks good bowling attack...
Peter on January 15, 2016, 7:59 GMT
India are 200 runs short again
rikky on January 15, 2016, 7:52 GMT
aus will win it easily in 45 overs..mark my words
Cool on January 15, 2016, 7:49 GMT
Dhoni has been playing tip and run cricket ever since 2011 world cup win, but blind fans and star sports commentators had been continuing to hype him as the "best finisher in the game" regardless. But now with Srinivasan gone from BCCI, Dhoni's days are numbered as well. Problem is that Dhoni has left the team with no good talent at all. Batting and bowling both look very very weak whether test, ODI or T20. India has been getting whitewashed left and right, but it's hard to deny that far worse days lie ahead for Indian cricket !!
Dev Mithra on January 15, 2016, 7:42 GMT
Rahane and rohit should open and dhawan should be dropped. Or else drop both rahane and dhawan but please stop sending rahane at no 4. He is not a no 4 batsman. Rohit,rahane,virat,pandey,dhoni,gurkreet,jadeja,rishi,sran,yadav,ishanth. With this we can have 3 all rounders and 6 bowling options. In india you can bring ashwin in the place of rishi and we can become a complete solid team with an extra bowling option. Right now we are doomed with rahane as no4.
Nasr Bhatti on January 15, 2016, 7:42 GMT
I think this match also like 1st match
Tahir on January 15, 2016, 7:41 GMT
India will win 2day if ash bowls well.
Jan on January 15, 2016, 7:40 GMT
no doubt india has good batters and scoring 300 against any aussie side is a good effort . left to be seen how the spinners and bowlers will perform.
DrRohit Kumar MD Hom on January 15, 2016, 7:39 GMT
Good to see that he hit another ton,but he should have returned to pavilion on his own when he was caught behind.
Graham on January 15, 2016, 7:38 GMT
Oneday pitches have been flat for years. T20 has made batsman much more capable in oneday particularly 100 runs last 10 overs nott much of an issue. So not sure why we are complaining about the pitches. As for walking noone walks these are not isolatwd incidences and why should they walk. We have umpires to control that
Mitch on January 15, 2016, 7:38 GMT
Play with cool heads boys!!! It's just a warm up for us ahead of the Nz tour!!
twelthman12 on January 15, 2016, 7:38 GMT
Australia has done well to restrict India to 308.
Utpal on January 15, 2016, 7:34 GMT
Can't believe some people blaming Rahane. The guy played at more than 110 strike rate. The problem is that Dhoni and Raina game is quite suited to flat and slow wickets. Raina nowadays struggles against even mediocre bowlers bowling bouncer. No proper spinners in Australia which Raina can take on. Boundaries unlike ipl aren't small. Raina would struggle to get 30 here with less than 80 strike rate
Manu Mishra on January 15, 2016, 7:32 GMT
Rahane should open with dhoni at 4, pandey at 5 and gurkeerat at 6... India should have picked hardik pandya fpr odis.. He would have been good fit at 7 with ashwin and bowlers completing the tail.. Would have given india 4 seamers and 2 spinners
Usman Amjad on January 15, 2016, 7:31 GMT
But you dont worry Aus wim this Match And Hope still hope series win with white waste If pakistan target this total also we have Muhammad Amir wahab defend this total even 250 also just batting is not every thing bowler key roll in every cricket game So we have Irfan Masha Allah you banned our bowler but pakistan talent never die
Muneerudeen on January 15, 2016, 7:31 GMT
With second string attack india only scored 308
venkatesh on January 15, 2016, 7:30 GMT
Aus are doing these because smith Warner etc are not technically correct plays they capitalise on bad bowling or flat pitches if there is something in the pitch then they will get out which is badesigned for aus and if rohit played in aus against that west indies team I would have seen 400 record broken just to make their batsmen look better but when they come to India and if pitches are like that they were against sa then they would get all out below 50 or even less
N on January 15, 2016, 7:30 GMT
This looks like a 350 wicket. India lost too many wickets scoring too few runs in the final overs. Looks like the thought/knowledge that no amount of runs are enough with our bowling attack got to them. I don't see India getting Smith out on this pitch.
Ash on January 15, 2016, 7:30 GMT
Today no specialist(so called) ODI Indian batsmen scored (at least who made 15 runs) with the S/R of over 100 except that guy who has been branded as not suitable for ODI by his struggling captain.
Lerato H Nyelele Mjoli on January 15, 2016, 7:29 GMT
Wow rohit must be the 2nd best ODI batsman in form behind Ab who is miles ahead simple because Ab has many gears while rohit has a few and his singles taking skills lack a lot. ....but he is all class
Android on January 15, 2016, 7:29 GMT
@sayakbhattacharya I completely agree with you.
Bibs on January 15, 2016, 7:29 GMT
Left wondering at the end of another Dhoni-Led Indian innings:
1. Why on this planet Dhoni is coming ahead of a specialist batsman when there are hardly a few overs left? He is no way a power hitter as he used to be. He is struggling to hit a boundary off even a bad ball these days. What worse a specialist batsman will do if he is allowed to come ahead of Dhoni himself ? Atleast a specialist batsman can hit a few boundaries, if not more !! 2. What is Ravindra Jadeja doing in these conditions !! He cant even SWING his bat to the last ball of the innings !!! So so disheartening to see the shots he tried in the final few balls. Dont we have ANYONE better than HIM? 3. Is trying a cheeky shot a fashion now a days ? 4. Did any Rohit-basher miss Rohit towards the final overs today ??? 5. Is this the best India could do out of so many years of IPL ? What a waste ! 6. Could someone please do a miracle and get Dhoni to step down so that some new faces can be tried before world cup ???
Drew on January 15, 2016, 7:29 GMT
C'mon guys, don't you see how that proved the BCCI point. The Indian batsman was proved not out by the umpire. DRS should show that this was the case also, but snicko got it wrong. These sort of errors by the technology show that the only way to get the right decision is to pressure the umpires to make the right decision. There was apparently enough pressure today for the umpire to make the right decision. Good work from the umpires and it was only possible because of the BCCI refusal to use faulty technology. ;-)
Vinod on January 15, 2016, 7:28 GMT
Why do we have two Ds in the team still? Dhawan and Dhoni have no place in the XI. It is high time Dhoni is handed his Lifetime Achievement Award.
J on January 15, 2016, 7:27 GMT
Amidst all the finger pointing, dhawan seems to be largely escaping criticism which should have come his way long back. He has been the weak link for quite some time, barring the odd decent performance, and should have been dropped much earlier.
chris on January 15, 2016, 7:24 GMT
Does anybody know why Aus isn't playing their 1st choice bowling attack? Are they all being rested or are some injured?
sudhakar on January 15, 2016, 7:24 GMT
what uthappa needs to to do get atleast half no of chances like others?
Anoop on January 15, 2016, 7:22 GMT
How can Dhawan continue in the team ....he cant bat, bowl or not an exceptional fielder .....he should be categorised as "once in a blue moon player" :ppp
Michael on January 15, 2016, 7:22 GMT
Looks like India have missed out again on a decent score. Don't seem to have what it takes to accelerate in the final overs. Should have scored at least 350 - 360 today.
ESPN on January 15, 2016, 7:20 GMT
It would have been brilliant to see AB De Villiers down there in the last 10 overs. Probably would have taken the score past 400. 308 is a nothing score after that kind of a start. I can see the match ending in 45 overs.
Sayak on January 15, 2016, 7:19 GMT
Wrong team composition is hurting India time and again. Rahane is never a slogger , but he can rotate strike and score at a decent nick. In my opinion, India should replace the struggling Dhawan with Rahane at the top. That also opens a middle order slot for Gurkeerat who is a good finisher and a backup spinner which India seriously needs in the absence of Raina. Replace Jadeja at 7 by Rishi Dhawan. Two spinners on the Australian pitches is a luxury (unless it is Sydney) which India can hardly afford at the moment.
Dramit Singh on January 15, 2016, 7:19 GMT
yes,i totally agree that rohit sharma should have walked the moment he nicked the ball behind.such things are not acceptable in a game of cricket.i criticized bailey and I would criticize rohit too.also what a disgrace as a batsman shikhar dhawan,dhoni,ashwin and jadeja are.these guys have just forgotten how to bat,how to hit the ball hard and how to score runs.dhoni and dhawan both are becoming just a useless bunch of guys who are good for nothing.we should have easily scored 330 and just like the game in perth ended up atleast 20 runs short.
No on January 15, 2016, 7:18 GMT
It looks like Indians are 100 runs short of a decent total on this flattest of flat wicket. With an inexperienced bowlers and formidable and deep-running opposition batters, only a very bad performance from Australia can save them.
Dexters on January 15, 2016, 7:18 GMT
What India lacking is a Yuvraj at the end and a sehwag at the top in ODI's. Not saying Yuvraj should be in team but definitely no one even closer to Yuvi's Calibre. Raina not even a distant close. Unless Dhoni gives chance to youngsters we will never know what we have in the bag. With 4 years from world cup no need to drop but atlas try someone else instead of Dhawan. The number of youngsters who travelled with the team in the last 4 years without a game even in inconsequential games is astounding. Definitely the reason why selectors did not select Raina. Atleast, Rahane is back in the team saved from a confused captain. Thanks to selectors again for making Rahane the captain for zim tour and sending a strong message.
Vamsi Krishna on January 15, 2016, 7:18 GMT
This is Rohit for all who hate him and without him 300 is a Dream. Noone is capable of clearing ground instead they collapse when they are asked to perform. Well played Rohit...
Sam on January 15, 2016, 7:17 GMT
What has ODI cricket come to, when we are all discussing how easy it will be to chase down 308. Time to make it more bowler friendly all ready... because this is just getting ridiculous now.
RAM on January 15, 2016, 7:17 GMT
if aus had batted first, things would've been very different. I bet 350-400 on each time. its just that aus have better depth in batting than us.
Rohit on January 15, 2016, 7:16 GMT
Why Dhawan again? India is playing 10 players only in every game.
He is a totally waste opener who perfoms once in a blue moon.
Rohit on January 15, 2016, 7:16 GMT
I will be surprised, but very happy, if India win this game. Normally, a flat track is a flat track for both the teams in the ODIs. Unless, Indian bowlers bowl exceptionally well, Aussies should win this one as well. But, I will be very happy if our team India wins.
Gary on January 15, 2016, 7:16 GMT
Wow I cant believe some Indian fans! A guy scores 89 off 80 balls and still gets bagged! I didnt see the innings but seems pretty tough to me...
Nandan on January 15, 2016, 7:16 GMT
Sick of watching Dhoni Struggle , the middle order fail to accelerate. Why are these mustakes made again and again. Its not about India winning or losing, its about the thoughtlessness of the entire process. Its silly to blame Rahane, his strike rate was more than 100. He is not a power hitter. Power hitter has to be at No 6 and No 4. If Rahane was not involved in that partnership, India would have made 270. Anyways Aus will win in 45 overs this time.
Thom on January 15, 2016, 7:15 GMT
@ TOMMYTUCKERSAFFA __ I do not often agree with you but I do now ; this is ridiculous !
Sugesh on January 15, 2016, 7:14 GMT
Indian team finishers need to watch and learn from Afridi how to bat at the end.
Sayak on January 15, 2016, 7:14 GMT
The result , it seems, will be just as the last match. At least 325 was on the cards this time :(
Prashant Mohan on January 15, 2016, 7:12 GMT
I see people whinging, Rahane not good or Dhoni not good or even taking Rohit case apart. How about just thinking that Indian cricket is just not good enough.
RAM on January 15, 2016, 7:11 GMT
I don't see ind winning this. its a belter.
ARUN on January 15, 2016, 7:10 GMT
INDIA badly needs a finisher to compete against oppositions outside subcontinent.Dhoni is no more the finisher he was once, Raina seriously wasted his talents and opportunities but can never forget his contribution during the 2011WC.
Chalu on January 15, 2016, 7:10 GMT
Good start wasted again. How long we will keep playing Jadeja in overseas tours? Why India are not picking Rishi Dhawan in his place?? Rishi is more than decent bat and a good line length bowler too. Time up for Dhoni as captain and player. He should retire gracefully. India will lose this one too..........Indian Fan
Sanket on January 15, 2016, 7:10 GMT
The winning team made 3 changes and we are stuck with the same team almost. Dhoni is very very rigid and is not ready to give chances to anyone. Gurkeerat has been with Team India since past 6 ODI's but somebody like Manish Pandey gets chance straightaway. Just Imagine what would have Gurkeerat felt. Honestly, i believe Dhoni will ruin team India. Look at past 4-5 years - India has not produced a single world class player except Kohli. The other 2 best - Pujara and Rahane were not considered good at some point in time in test and Rahane in Bangladesh, respectively. Dhoni has never tried anyone except Jadeja in the allrounder role. I respect Dhoni a lot but at the same time mate - you need to give way to others if you are not doing justice. Ganguly produced players like - Yuvraj, Zaheer, Harbhajan, Nehra, Sehwag and even he gave chances to you to but up the order in your early days. Mr. Dhoni - please give opportunities to others.
Indian on January 15, 2016, 7:10 GMT
@PROTEABOY - Not sure where you got that idea from.. Rahane is definitely in the class, if not better.
vikram on January 15, 2016, 7:09 GMT
@Marcio - Keep crying. It would be nicer if India won this one then you will get more chance to cry. You were no where to be seen when Bailey was reprieved and went on to score 130 odd runs. Rohit only added 30 more runs after being reprieved so India still at a disadvantage after those two howlers.
Pr on January 15, 2016, 7:08 GMT
Rahane's 89 was very good. He doesn't have classy strokes like Kohli or Rohit but he plays very effectively. And so unselfish too! You could have fully expected that Dhawan or Rohit would have slowed the tempo to get from 89 to 100. But not Rahane - he put the team first.
aruna on January 15, 2016, 7:08 GMT
When a player from other team given not out, these guys cry out about fair play but when their own player given not out for a edge, they say its ok to "Not Walk"... Pathetic
Peter on January 15, 2016, 7:07 GMT
Yawn .... another huge ODI score.
They should get rid of the bowlers and set up a bowling machine at each end to make the game even easier for the batsmen - then we will see some really big scores
ARUN on January 15, 2016, 7:07 GMT
INDIA is not gonna win unless they throw away S.Dhawan. Before I say this am an ardent Dhoni fan and its disheartening to see the way he is struggling to hit big shots, time for him to say goodbye to the sport that gave him all.Sad that he didn't have an fairy tale end to his marvellous career. He is also stubborn with his tactics, which also once helped INDIA lift world trophies but I don't think it would happen anymore.
greig on January 15, 2016, 7:06 GMT
What a roads the Aussies are dishing up here for India and only playing their 2nd string players. It almost looks like a confidence boosting project arrange by India and accommodated by Australia.
Gurpreet Doel on January 15, 2016, 7:04 GMT
that's they need raina in the team that can hit boundaries as soon as he steps in the crease. especially during the last 5 overs. he doesn't takes time to settle in.
Sam on January 15, 2016, 7:03 GMT
Again poor finish from India, these days the final 5-10 overs are the most important and can change the game. You can go from looking from a poor total to ending up with a big score, or on target for 300 then ending on 350.
But India were wasteful at the death again and kept Australia in this game.
Suresh on January 15, 2016, 7:02 GMT
I have never seen such inert batting in the death overs by any side, including the minows, what India showed today. All the money from IPL is being wasted if the best you produce for death overs is Pandey and Jadeja. What a disaster. India deserves to loose this game.
Nandan on January 15, 2016, 7:01 GMT
Sick of watching Dhoni Struggle , the middle order fail to accelerate. Why are these mustakes made again and again. Its not about India winning or losing, its about the thoughtlessness of the entire process. Its silly to blame Rahane, his strike rate was more than 100. He is not a power hitter. Power hitter has to be at No 6 and No 4. If Rahane was not involved in that partnership, India would have made 270. Anyways Aus will win in 45 overs this time.
Neil on January 15, 2016, 7:01 GMT
I do agree with other posts that 2 spinners on Aussie wickets makes no sense. With that said, India might win this one since they have scored over 300 again. Wait, just woke up from my dream and found out that India have lost another one with the 2 spinners conceding 150 runs for no wickets.....
PRIYANK on January 15, 2016, 7:01 GMT
AUS fought back & frankly speaking, bowled REALLY Well to restrict INDIA to 308 when it could have been 325-330.. Since its another flat track, I think our bowlers should try & emulate how they bowled in last 15 overs.. Ashwin & Jadeja should think their life depends on it because only then perform better..!! & a request to our fielders, pls don't stay put far behind to concede easy singles because that's the life line of any batting no matter how aggressive they bat.. If need be, please disobey MSD ;-) :-) Hope we win, not just being patriot but also to ensure series remains alive..!!!
greig on January 15, 2016, 7:01 GMT
If India reject DRS, then fine. But why do they subject other countries to their backward ways when they tour? Australia is a Big 3 country, why not insist on DRS at home?
vinod on January 15, 2016, 7:01 GMT
This is really pathetic cricket, IND should have got to 320 minimum, please drop Rahane from 4 bcoz of him others cant play. He should either open the batting or warm the bench. I hope India should loose. Dhoni should have come in at 4 it would have made a big difference.
Mark on January 15, 2016, 7:01 GMT
Incredible stuff from our lads. Last 5-7 overs were great indeed. Good to see the Aussies really show they mean business so hopefully we can all quiet down a bit now and enjoy the contest instead of slinging rubbish at each other. Good luck Aus
Iman on January 15, 2016, 6:58 GMT
Will Indian bowlers be able to defend this total ? I would love to if they did, but I have my doubts. Looks like another Aussie victory to me. It's a belter of a track.
Dev Mithra on January 15, 2016, 6:58 GMT
Yeah everybody other than india loves rahane because he wins matches for you. When a set batsman cannot hit full tosses to boundary then he will bring the team down. Pandey should be send in no4 and gurkreet should replace rahane. This is the zillionth time rahane did this to india in odis. 350 to 309... Just perfect, thank you rahane... What a class act.
Johnathon on January 15, 2016, 6:58 GMT
Grand total of 5 boundaries in the last 10 overs for India. They are messing up in the end overs and it might cost them a lot on these extremely flat pitches. I hope the next venue has some more competitive pitches that has something good for the bowlers.
Phil on January 15, 2016, 6:57 GMT
@PROTEABOY: the Indians consider all their players as good as the Roots and Smiths....
Thomas on January 15, 2016, 6:56 GMT
Let's see what MS complains about today if he looses; bet he won't mention his tiny 11 run contribution!
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 6:53 GMT
Well, this game is definitely on Australia's bat. They can easily define their outcome I think. The only saving grace could be if the slower bowlers can get the odd ball to stop on the pitch; as was seen on few occasions with the back of hand ball from Faulkner.
Matt on January 15, 2016, 6:52 GMT
How good a fielder is Maxwell! Him and Warner are brilliant. Maxi maybe slightly shades him.
Mike on January 15, 2016, 6:52 GMT
I see the Oz doing it again.. God help the Indians.
But having said this, the Indian fans blaming Rohit for everything under the sun is uncalled for. If he bats fast and gets out, they say he wasted the opportunity. If he plays a dot, they say he is wasting balls. Every batsman knows what he goes through at the crease and what he is capable of going forward. You just can't blame the failure of your bowlers on the batsmen.
Some fans have also concluded that "Whenever he scores a ton, the team fails". That's very cynical.
BJORN on January 15, 2016, 6:51 GMT
Granted MSD is not in knick but he showed its not easy to just come in and accelerate. Even Pandey has struggled. Very few batsmen can hit boundaries from the first ball. Raina could and Jadeja can. This is why it is important for set batsman to finish the job.
Dwain on January 15, 2016, 6:46 GMT
Wow I really like Rahane. Cant understand why the Indians don't regard him as highly as the Roots,Smiths,Williamsons and Kohlis of this world
Dev Mithra on January 15, 2016, 6:43 GMT
Rahane already consumed two wickets. How many times did we see this? How many times did he make india sink when we are sailing high? Please drop rahane from odis. India looked at a score of 350 easy and now 320 looks difficult. Rahane indeed plays like dravid, that is the exact reason why we dont need him in odis.
Mark on January 15, 2016, 6:42 GMT
It started to drizzle here in Brisbane. Hope D/L in favour of Aus.
Giridhar on January 15, 2016, 6:38 GMT
Rohit did a Bailey act. Not good at all. Indian fan
Sugesh on January 15, 2016, 6:28 GMT
Shame on Rohith Sharma. He should have walked to show how Indian players play fair cricket to the world.
PRIYANK on January 15, 2016, 6:22 GMT
Seems another flat track as except for Dhawan (as expected), both wickets fell to run outs.. Let's see how Indian bowling performs or will rain affect the game (hope not)...
Jan on January 15, 2016, 6:17 GMT
Rohit should have walked. disappointing because this was not 50:50. it was 100.
san on January 15, 2016, 6:17 GMT
The only difference from first ODI is Dhawan learned his lesson and did not eat up too many deliveries for his 1sies and 2sies.
Nandan on January 15, 2016, 6:13 GMT
No body walks these days. Did Bailey walk. I am afraid we don't have the bowling attack to contain the Aussies unless it spins. Dhoni please have some confidence in Umesh , attacking and taking wickets is the only option on these flat decks.
Android on January 15, 2016, 6:10 GMT
then its going to be india's back to lose
Jake on January 15, 2016, 6:07 GMT
Why does India insist there is no DRS?
Krunal on January 15, 2016, 6:05 GMT
yet another classic ton from rohit Sharma. lovely to watch him bat
san on January 15, 2016, 5:56 GMT
Time for Rohit to throw bat at everything now. No point in waiting until the 40th over. Rahane is set to steer till the end.
Jake on January 15, 2016, 5:55 GMT
ROHIT Sharma was gifted a life on 89 not out when an umpiring howler missed a chunky outside edge that sailed to wicketkeeper Matt Wade off the bowling of quick Joel Paris. Sharma attempted to drive a ball that was slightly too short and snicked behind the wicket. Unfortunately, umpires Richard Kettleborough and Simon Fry missed the clear edge and judged Sharma not out. India's refusal to accept the Decision Review System (DRS) means it is not being used during this ODI series. It comes just one match after Aussie George Bailey appeared to be caught off a glove edge in the series opener, but was judged not out. This one was a much greater piece of umpiring incompetence
WAP7 on January 15, 2016, 5:54 GMT
another featherbed, even 350 would be chased down easily by finch,smith,bailey,maxwell..with such an inspirational leader msd marshalling our troops with 2 spinners in Australian pitches...
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 5:53 GMT
Bailey was right not to walk. Rohit was right not to walk. It is the job of umpire to give dismissals.
suyoga on January 15, 2016, 5:50 GMT
A question for all the fans saying that Australia are playing second string bowlers club bowlers etc. According to you people what is the best combination. Get back Johnson, or the injured starc? By the india too don't have shami, mohit (considering his performance in the world cup)
Mark on January 15, 2016, 5:46 GMT
Rohit! A perfect sportsmanship for some reason
BJORN on January 15, 2016, 5:45 GMT
I have a feeling MSD will retire from ODI cricket very soon. I think he knows that his captaincy days are numbered and he is not the sorts who will play under anyone after being Captain.
Mike on January 15, 2016, 5:43 GMT
Gee it's plum and couldn't get on with this chap.....what Ind fans have got to say now? So I presume no lame excuses after we trash em !
Marcio on January 15, 2016, 5:34 GMT
Bailey's was a tough call. Umpire wasnt sure. Benefit of the doubt went to the batsman. Sharma's was clearly out, and the only explanation is the pressure India puts on umpires. This is what Dhoni means when he says "We must ensure umpires make the right decision."
Ram on January 15, 2016, 5:34 GMT
Those who were commenting about Bailey not walking after he gloved it, Why Rohit didn't walk after he edged it. No batsman walks after edging apart from one or two.
san on January 15, 2016, 5:29 GMT
With Rohit finally coming of age (only in ODIs mind you), ODI pitches more often than not flat almost everywhere, what is stopping IND from opening with Rohit & Rahane in ODIs?
WAP7 on January 15, 2016, 5:27 GMT
fingers crossed for another India defeat by these 2nd/3rd string Aussies.. don't see the Indians doing any better then 8-0 to the hosts on this tour under such an inspirational leader called ms dhoni...
Saurabh on January 15, 2016, 5:27 GMT
What kind of umpiring is this? Rohit was clean out and even I heard a touch while watching LIVE. It was more clear than that of Bailey. As an Indian fan, I am disappointed with this kind of umpiring. The umpiring standards are at stake now. Some can say it is part of game but no, it is not. Rohit should have walked off.
Scott on January 15, 2016, 5:26 GMT
so is Rohit going to walk?????
san on January 15, 2016, 5:26 GMT
Guess no one walks these days. Rohit is not as fresh as Bailey to make such a difference. No IND fan can complain about someone not walking for quite sometime now.
Anupam on January 15, 2016, 5:13 GMT
India is doing a mistake by playing Ishant in ODI's, Ishant is finally peaking in tests and demonstrating the potential and consistency which marked him for great things. He has always been a cannon fodder in short form cricket as well he might lose his length required for Test cricket. He should be preserves for Test cricket and maybe once he becomes more matured as a test bowler, he may start playing ODI's.
san on January 15, 2016, 4:58 GMT
As long as Dhoni is at the helm, not going to happen.
Even with a comfortable win AUS made 3 changes. Even with no purchase for spinners, the only change is to drop the most economical pacer from IND.
ravi on January 15, 2016, 4:56 GMT
India need atleast 330 . they have to accelarate now. As i type kohli is gone
S on January 15, 2016, 4:56 GMT
People who want to see Dhawan and Jadeja out of the team, feel free to suggest LEFT-HANDERS to replace them. No team has an all-right-handed top seven batting lineup.
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 4:55 GMT
A good rule of thumb is to target 200 runs by 35th over and 240-250 by 40th.
navdeep on January 15, 2016, 4:54 GMT
Bad decision they should have played four seamers
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 4:50 GMT
I have watched the likes of Manjrekar, Amre, Shastri play lousy ODI cricket and IND would struggle to reach 220 in each game. Then it transformed under Sachin over 20 years to make getting to 300 easy peasy. He would totally "own" the middle overs and rotate with ease. This eventually in the 2000s was well supported up top by Sourav, Viru, Gambi and in the middle by Yuvi, MSD, Raina. For me, the most disappointing and depressing fact is to see us back to the 80s cricket of mucking around in the middle overs. We dont need 4s and 6s guys, just 5 singles and if possible a boundary. Should be going at close 7 rpo in today's game and eventual target in range of 330-350. Thanks. good luck.
Muhammad on January 15, 2016, 4:48 GMT
Kohli's odi's and amla's test average till now average is same .and both have scored 46 till now
sachin on January 15, 2016, 4:48 GMT
Doubt if Dhoni has a career as a motivational speaker. I am sure that Rasool, Abhishek Nayar and Rishi will not care to attend even if he decides to do it.
AJ on January 15, 2016, 4:45 GMT
RR of 5 after 21 overs! Its another lost cause for IND
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 4:45 GMT
This looks like a flat track/dustbowl. India should do well.
Cricinfouser on January 15, 2016, 4:44 GMT
Hi guys, its 20 overs and IND is going 4.9 rpo. It looks like atleast a 330 run wicket, and we are way off target to achieve that. I called it. Albeit from few thousand miles away. Lol.
sumanth on January 15, 2016, 4:40 GMT
Ridiculous picking again.. For me jadeja is neither a batsman nor a bowler in overseas... Highly overrated by Dhoni.. 3-4 non-performers in the team doesn't make it a successful one... And need of the hour is to open with rahane.. We can't depend on rohit-virat combination in every match.. We are in desperate need of player like yuvraj in the middle order...
B-Radical81 on January 15, 2016, 4:38 GMT
Is this shaping to be a carbon copy of the first game?? Maybe kohli and sharma have learnt from that game and will accelerate earlier if they stay in....maybe...
ravi on January 15, 2016, 4:33 GMT
when my colleague told me India has lost its wicket, i didnt even ask him who is out :))
sachin on January 15, 2016, 4:26 GMT
Dont know what Mayank Agarwal has to do to replace Dhawan in the squad. We shd hav picked Rishi ahead of a spinner atleast for brisbane.
Anupam on January 15, 2016, 4:23 GMT
It's important for India to give chances to it's new players to understand where they stand in international cricket, which sadly does not happen under Dhoni. Mann has been with the team for 7 ODI's now without getting a look in. It would be great to see Rahane opening in next match in place of Shikhar, Mann going down at 6, Dhawan replacing one of Ashwin and Jadeja, and Axar replacing the other based on performance, and then Dhoni sticks with the new players for the remaining matches. Most of the other teams keep exploring new players in these not so important bilateral series barring India who seem to keep on playing Raina's, Ishant's, Jadeja's, Mohit's, Rohit's, Dhawan's (with due respect to these players performance in one format or the other) irrespective of conditions, match situations, win or lose. I can easily see Raina back in the fold without other players getting a decent enough opportunity to prove themselves,
RAGHU on January 15, 2016, 4:17 GMT
Playing shikhar dhawan is a lottery. He can hardly succeed in important matches. His technique is so faulty that even if he succeed in one or two matches can't be expected to score in crucial games. Poor imitation of Shewag. It is high time, the selectors look for a better reliable opener.
Ravi on January 15, 2016, 4:14 GMT
What is the problem with Dhoni..can't understand why he is reluctant to drop dhawan and jadeja. Neither Dhawan is a sehwag nor jadeja a yuvraj..it is good that selectors have dropped raina..otherwise we would have seen the same team. It's high time to think beyond dhoni..
Rahul on January 15, 2016, 4:08 GMT
Interested to see how Kohli wil play the extra bounce on offside. I have never seen him play the classy square cut of good fast bowling. I have posted this many time. With out the shots square off off side, i wonder how many days kohli can continue on be on top gear.
san on January 15, 2016, 4:06 GMT
Exactly my thoughts. With bowling being your weakness, with looming rain - one would have thought IND would bowl first.
allan on January 15, 2016, 4:05 GMT
we need sehwag like opening batsman
NARESH on January 15, 2016, 4:01 GMT
Being a common man if I have such idea and they are the international cricters they should have to think much better
twelthman12 on January 15, 2016, 4:00 GMT
Australia still has the edge with young rookie bowlers. Their bowling is better suited to Gabba than Indian spin attack.
Peter on January 15, 2016, 3:59 GMT
This is the Australian 3rd 11
John on January 15, 2016, 3:57 GMT
With Warner out, Faulkner at #6 and Hastings at #8, that's about the most lightweight Australian batting lineup I can ever remember, If India can't win this one they really are not playing very well.
allan on January 15, 2016, 3:53 GMT
Why this guy dhawan in team?
san on January 15, 2016, 3:52 GMT
I have an odd feeling that IND hit the NOS too early in the race and may fall well short if a couple of wickets tumble. For that matter the RR is <5
sam on January 15, 2016, 3:51 GMT
Oh,gone in the 2nd over. 1st for the new Aussie left armer in odi. Another customary single digit score for our ftb at top of the order.Anyways,another major churn-up in the Aussie team,and its an Aussie 'B' side out there atm. Not that it'll matter!
Cookie on January 15, 2016, 3:49 GMT
As a neutral observer, I don't understand India's decision to bat first actually. Isn't India's perennial problem its inept pace bowling, so its batsmen never know how many runs on the scoreboard is enough to defend? And with Kohli being the King of the chase, I think India should be chasing.
san on January 15, 2016, 3:48 GMT
So the most economical of the IND bowler from the last game dropped to accommodate Dhoni's CSK pals Ashwin and Jadeja?
Since spinners are not getting any purchase, he could have gotten Ishant or Rishi in place of Ashwin/Jadeja - but that would be unthinkable to Dhoni.
The pathetic thing is he can continue to play his spinner pals and lose 5-0 and can still be the captain for another 2 years. One series loss on a foreign land on such spinning pitches, Amla steps down - one would have expected something similar from Dhoni from 2011 ENG series but he continued to do the same for another 4 years.
Thomas Cherian on January 15, 2016, 3:47 GMT
Dhawan and Jadeja winning combination
NARESH on January 15, 2016, 3:44 GMT
I don't seriously understand why Indian batsman are just looking for big shots and then so many dots that is the main difference between our batsman and their batsman
Al on January 15, 2016, 3:37 GMT
Nice of Australia to test their bench strength against overhyped team.
Chatty on January 15, 2016, 3:37 GMT
Australia seem to be playing a second eleven. I don't recognize any of the bowlers!
Al on January 15, 2016, 3:36 GMT
Dhawan should be made captain hopefully then he will play with responsibility.
Neil on January 15, 2016, 3:34 GMT
Just when will India drop Dhawan? When??
sam on January 15, 2016, 3:33 GMT
Yet again our capt wins the toss-2 in 2 now!Well,atleast can't blame luck-or lack of-for once.And for Aussies,looks like a good toss to lose for Smithie,again.Game went into 50 th in 1st game,don't think Aus will need anywhere as many to make it 2-0 here.
PRIYANK on January 15, 2016, 3:33 GMT
I write as Dhawan once again throws it away with a horrendous shot.. If the selectors still don't take a note and drop him I guess the whol selection committee should be dropped.!!!
Thomas on January 15, 2016, 3:33 GMT
Hazlewood was the most economical of the Aussie frontline bowlers in Perth and Boland the most expensive. I know which one I would have "rested." Win the series first and then give Hazlewood a break, that should be they way to go.
Arpit Sood on January 15, 2016, 3:32 GMT
Dhawan out. Time for his exile
Nabeel on January 15, 2016, 3:26 GMT
disappointed for Usman missing out. he is in such a good form
Ashik on January 15, 2016, 3:21 GMT
Again with 2 spinners, Bhuvi dropped from 11 to accommodate Ishant. I thought spinners were far expensive than Bhuvi.
Anurag Agarwal on January 15, 2016, 3:20 GMT
When will Dhoni learn to how to select a team. Again playing 2 spinners. This guy doesn't want his job
True on January 15, 2016, 3:20 GMT
It is funny, winning team Aus makes 3 changes while losing India team changes only one.
aruna on January 15, 2016, 3:19 GMT
Aussies can make any change they want... This is india they play against... Maybe in 5th ODI Aussies will play a club team, yet end up with a win...
S on January 15, 2016, 3:16 GMT
Two spinners again? 20 overs of spin won't win you a match on this pitch.
Android on January 15, 2016, 3:12 GMT
Last Match Virat and Sharma played for themselves Not for India and team. because they lost .
Android on January 15, 2016, 3:12 GMT
Last Match Virat and Sharma played for themselves Not for India and team. because they lost .
carl on January 15, 2016, 3:11 GMT
Wow now Australia are playing...what? their 5th string attack. What is the purpose of this series?
Faisal on January 15, 2016, 22:04 GMT
It is amusing to note that most of the comments here from Indian fans focus on solutions like changing the batter order, dropping Dhoni etc. while the real reason for these two defeats is India's chronic problem with bowling. I am from Pakistan but I bear no ill will towards India (or any other country for that matter); but I really feel India has developed too much of a batting culture over decades, which is now letting them down AWAY FROM HOME. Just as Pakistan's problems lie in batting, India's lie in bowling. Just as it's disheartening for Pakistan bowlers to find their batsmen struggling to chase even modest totals OR posting modest totals to defend, it must be disheartening for India's batsmen to keep on posting 300 scores only to find their bowlers unable to defend. And no, 300 is still not an easily gettable total! The pressure of chasing is different and a good bowling side should be able to use that pressure to their advantage.
carl on January 15, 2016, 3:11 GMT
Wow now Australia are playing...what? their 5th string attack. What is the purpose of this series?
Android on January 15, 2016, 3:12 GMT
Last Match Virat and Sharma played for themselves Not for India and team. because they lost .
Android on January 15, 2016, 3:12 GMT
Last Match Virat and Sharma played for themselves Not for India and team. because they lost .
S on January 15, 2016, 3:16 GMT
Two spinners again? 20 overs of spin won't win you a match on this pitch.
aruna on January 15, 2016, 3:19 GMT
Aussies can make any change they want... This is india they play against... Maybe in 5th ODI Aussies will play a club team, yet end up with a win...
True on January 15, 2016, 3:20 GMT
It is funny, winning team Aus makes 3 changes while losing India team changes only one.
Anurag Agarwal on January 15, 2016, 3:20 GMT
When will Dhoni learn to how to select a team. Again playing 2 spinners. This guy doesn't want his job
Ashik on January 15, 2016, 3:21 GMT
Again with 2 spinners, Bhuvi dropped from 11 to accommodate Ishant. I thought spinners were far expensive than Bhuvi.
Nabeel on January 15, 2016, 3:26 GMT
disappointed for Usman missing out. he is in such a good form
Arpit Sood on January 15, 2016, 3:32 GMT
Dhawan out. Time for his exile