Australia will take on India in the fifth T20I on Saturday, November 8, at The Gabba in Brisbane. India have won two out of four games in the series and have earned an unassailable lead. In the last game, India defeated Australia by 48 runs. It is the sixth T20I series between Australia and India in Australia. Australia last defeated India in a T20I series in 2008, and their wait to defeat India in a T20I series will continue.
Here are the top three player battles to watch out for in Australia vs India, 5th T20I:
1. Suryakumar Yadav vs Adam Zampa:

Suryakumar Yadav has faced Adam Zampa in six T20I games so far and has 77 runs off 36 deliveries. Zampa has dismissed Surya once in T20Is.
2. Glenn Maxwell vs Varun Chakaravarthy:

Varun Chakaravarthy dismissed Glenn Maxwell in the last game and gave one run off two deliveries. It was the first time the two players met each other in T20Is. In IPL, Maxwell has made 50 runs off 33 deliveries against Varun and has been dismissed on five occasions.
3. Travis Head vs Jasprit Bumrah (India):

Jasprit Bumrah has dismissed Travis Head once in T20Is in three matches. Head has made 35 runs off 22 deliveries against Bumrah in T20Is.
FAQs
Q1: Why is Axar Patel a key player to watch out for against Australia in the fifth T20I?
A1: Axar Patel has been one of the best performers for India with both bat and ball in the series. He has made 45 runs at a strike rate of 128.57 and has taken two wickets.
Q2: What strategies could Australia use to challenge Australia in the fifth T20I?
A2: India already has the series, so Australia can play with a nothing to lose attitude. They can take calculated risks with bat and ball.
Q3: Who are the top all-rounders with potential impact in the Australia vs India clash in the fifth T20I?
A3: Marcus Stoinis and Axar Patel are among the important all-rounders to watch in this match.
Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.
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