AUS VS IND 2ND ODI

'Can the Men in Blue strike back, or will the Aussies tighten their grip on home soil?' - that’s the big question as the action shifts to the Adelaide Oval for the second ODI of this blockbuster series. After a forgettable outing in the opening game, India will be itching to find their rhythm again, especially with the top order yet to click and the middle order craving stability. The visitors will bank on the experience of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to lead the charge, while Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer will look to convert their starts into something substantial. KL Rahul has been consistently scoring runs in recent times, while the all-round abilities of Axar Patel will be crucial as well. Their bowling, spearheaded by Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh, will need early breakthroughs to challenge an Australian lineup brimming with intent. Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar add good depth to the spin attack, but they will have to be at their absolute best to make an impact on this Adelaide wicket. The hosts, meanwhile, will be buoyed by their disciplined bowling display and a composed chase in the first ODI. Even without Pat Cummins, their attack looks potent with Josh Hazlewood’s precision, Mitchell Starc's express pace, and Nathan Ellis’s clever variations, while the likes of Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, who scored a half-century, and Matthew Short provide the firepower up top. Also, Alex Carey and Adam Zampa are back in the mix for this game, which makes them an even stronger unit. With Adelaide known for its true surface and high-scoring potential, both teams will fancy their chances, but for India, it’s about bouncing back strong and keeping the series alive, while Australia aim to seal it with authority and continue their home dominance. Whose side are you on?