Skipper Surya Shines Before Rain Interrupts India vs Australia T20 Clash

The opening T20 International between India and Australia witnessed a thrilling performance by Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill before rain interfered. Yadav scored a flamboyant 39, hitting three fours and two sixes, while Gill contributed a solid 37 that included four boundaries and a six off Matthew Kuhnemann.

The duo added a quick 62 runs off 35 balls for the second wicket, showcasing aggressive cricket, until rain halted play in the 10th over. The Indian innings stood at 93 for 1 at this interruption, with hopes of a competitive total curtailed by further delays.

Earlier, Abhishek Sharma was out after scoring 19. Despite showing promise with four boundaries, Sharma was dismissed by Nathan Ellis, failing to clear the mid-off fielder. The weather interruptions reduced the spectacle to an 18-over game, with prospects of further cuts.