Cricket Odds & Betting Tips: Australia vs India Today 2nd T20I Match 2025
Australia will host the 2nd T20I of the five-match series. The 1st T20I was abandoned due to rain. The 2nd T20I is scheduled for 31st October 2025, 1:45 PM IST, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). In this article, we will look at betting odds, team form, and safe combinations.
AUS vs IND 2nd T20I Today Match Details
| Series | India Tour of Australia 2025 |
|---|---|
| Match | 2nd T20I |
| Format | T20 |
| Date & Time | 31 Oct 2025, Fri, 1:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne, Australia |
| Live on | Jio Hotstar |
Australia vs India recent head-to-head encounters
In the last 10 T20Is between Australia and India, India have won 8 while Australia have won 2
| Match / Series | Result | Australia Score (20 ov) | India Score (20 ov) |
|---|---|---|---|
| T20 WC 2024, Super 8 | India won | 181/7 | 205/5 |
| AUS vs IND 2023, 5th T20I | India won | 154/8 | 160/8 |
| AUS vs IND 2023, 4th T20I | India won | 154/7 | 174/9 |
| AUS vs IND 2023, 3rd T20I | Australia won | 225/5 | 222/3 |
| AUS vs IND 2023, 2nd T20I | India won | 191/9 | 235/4 |
Australia – last 5 Matches
Australia’s recent T20I form is strong. They have won 4 of their last 5 matches, which means the team is in good rhythm and batting with confidence.
They have shown they can chase targets around 170-185 easily.
The only time they struggled was when the opponent made a very big total (200+).
Overall, Australia is coming into the match with good momentum and looks like a tough side to beat right now.
| Match | Oppt Score | AUS Score | Result | Series / Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NZ 156/9 | AUS 160/7 (18.0 ov) | Won | 3rd T20I, AUS vs NZ 2025 |
| 2 | NZ 181/6 | AUS 185/4 (16.3 ov) | Won | 1st T20I, AUS vs NZ 2025 |
| 3 | SA 172/7 | AUS 173/8 (19.5 ov) | Won | 3rd T20I, SA vs AUS 2025 |
| 4 | SA 218/7 | AUS 165/10 (17.4 ov) | Lost | 2nd T20I, SA vs AUS 2025 |
| 5 | AUS 178/10 | SA 161/9 (20.0 ov) | Won | 1st T20I, SA vs AUS 2025 |
India – last 5 Matches
India is in very good T20I form. They have won all of their last 5 matches. They chased well against Pakistan, and they also made 200+ vs Sri Lanka.
In Bowling, they stopped Bangladesh at 127.
So right now India looks very balanced, with batting that is strong, and they can chase or defend both. This form gives India a small edge over Australia.
| Oppt Score | India Score | Result | Match / Tournament |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAK 146/10 | IND 150/5 | India won | Asia Cup T20 2025 – Final |
| IND 202/5 | SL 202/5 | India won (In super over) |
Asia Cup T20 2025 – 18th T20I |
| IND 168/6 | BAN 127/10 | India won | Asia Cup T20 2025 – 16th T20I |
| PAK 171/5 | IND 174/4 | India won | Asia Cup T20 2025 – 14th T20I |
| IND 188/8 | OMN 167/4 | India won | Asia Cup T20 2025 – 12th T20I |
Australia vs India Team Statistical Comparison
- Both teams are coming with a very strong recent T20I record — roughly 80–90% wins in their last few games.
- Australia has a higher average batting score (182), which suggests their scoring speed is slightly better.
- However, India’s bowling record is much stronger – India is only conceding 143 runs, whereas Australia is giving away 184.
- India’s lowest conceded score is just 57, which means India bowls well under pressure
- In the match, the toss, the pitch, and the power play will decide who comes out on top
Team Comparison (last 10 T20Is)
| Detail | Australia (AUS) | India (IND) |
|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 10 | 10 |
| Win % | 90% | 90% |
| Average score | 182 | 165 |
| Highest score | 215 | 247 |
| Lowest score | 160 | 60 |
Batting (last 10)
| Detail | Australia (AUS) | India (IND) |
|---|---|---|
| Avg runs | 182 | 165 |
| Highest total | 215 | 247 |
| Lowest total | 160 | 60 |
| Avg run rate | 10.26 | 9.27 |
| Avg wickets lost | 6.6 | 5.9 |
Bowling (last 10)
| Detail | Australia (AUS) | India (IND) |
|---|---|---|
| Avg runs conceded | 184 | 143 |
| Highest conceded | 218 | 204 |
| Lowest conceded | 156 | 57 |
| Avg economy | 9.22 | 7.89 |
| Avg wickets taken | 7.7 | 8.4 |
Australia vs India Probable Playing 11 – 2nd T20I 2025
Australia Probable XI –
Mitchell Marsh(c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Philippe, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Hazlewood
India Probable XI –
Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
Australia vs India Today Match Odds Betting Tips 2nd T20I 2025
| Market (T20I) | Pick / Lean | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Match Result | India to win | Medium |
| Match Handi-cap | India -10 to -15 runs OR India win by 4-6 wkts | Medium |
| India Team Total | India 170-195 (if batting 1st) | Medium-High |
| Australia Team Total | Australia 165-185 | Medium |
| Most Fours | India | High |
| Most Sixes | Australia | Medium |
| Powerplay Runs – India | 45-55 runs | Medium |
| Powerplay Runs – Australia | 40-50 runs | Medium |
| Total Match Wickets | 13-16 wickets overall | Medium |
| Top AUS Batter (team) | Travis Head (if plays; form + PP role) | Medium |
| Top AUS Bowler (team) | Josh Hazlewood | Medium |
| Top IND Batter (team) | Suryakumar Yadav | Medium |
| Top IND Bowler (team) | Jasprit Bumrah | Medium-High |
| Most Runs in PP (team) | India | Medium |
| Toss / Match (double) | India / India (low-risk filler, not guaranteed) | Low |
| Winning Method (margin) | India by 4-20 runs OR by 4-6 wickets | Medium |
| Both Teams 180+ | No / Under | Medium |
Australia vs India 2nd T20I 2025 – FAQ
Who is the favourite to win today’s AUS vs IND T20I?
India has a small edge. They won their last 5 T20Is, and they have beaten Australia in 8 of the last 10 T20Is. Australia are still strong, so this is not a one-sided game.
What kind of score is good at the MCG for this match?
Looking at both teams’ scoring patterns, 170-185 is a good total. If India bats first, 175-190 is a good target. If Australia bat first, 165-180 is realistic.
Can Australia score 180+ at the MCG?
Chances are low. Both teams to score 180+: No (lean Under)
Which Team will hit more fours in today’s AUS vs IND 2nd T20I?
We are backing India to hit more fours.
Which Team will hit more sixes in today’s AUS vs IND 2nd T20I?
We are backing Australia to hit more sixes.
