Axar Patel delivered a crucial breakthrough for India in the second ODI against Australia at the Adelaide Oval, dismissing Matthew Renshaw and ending a threatening third-wicket stand with Matt Short. The left-arm spinner’s clever change of pace and flight broke Australia’s momentum just when the partnership was starting to take control of the chase.
After losing the first ODI in Perth, Team India entered the must-win second game with determination to level the three-match series. While Indian batters set up a competitive total earlier in the day, it was up to the bowlers to maintain pressure on Australia’s in-form top order.
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Renshaw, who made his ODI debut in Perth, looked composed during his stay at the crease in Adelaide. The Australian southpaw was eager to make an impression, adding 50-plus runs alongside Matt Short for the third wicket. Batting on a steady 30 off 30 deliveries, Renshaw appeared to be finding his rhythm before Axar Patel’s brilliance halted his progress.
Matt Short and Matt Renshaw had put together a solid partnership, but Axar Patel breaks it. #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/70c721XmZO
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) October 23, 2025
Patel, known for his subtle variations and accuracy, outsmarted Renshaw with a beautifully tossed-up delivery that drifted in and turned just enough to beat the bat. The Aussie batter, attempting to loft the ball over midwicket, was completely deceived as the delivery sneaked past his defense and crashed into the stumps.
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The dismissal proved to be a vital moment in the contest, giving India the much-needed breakthrough and shifting the momentum in their favor. Axar’s timely strike not only broke a flourishing stand but also highlighted his growing reputation as a reliable wicket-taker in the middle overs.
With Renshaw’s wicket, India clawed their way back into the match, keeping their series hopes alive and setting the stage for an exciting finish at Adelaide.
