India will face Australia in the second ODI at the Adelaide Oval on Thursday, October 23, with plenty at stake. After losing the opening match in Perth, the Men in Blue will look to bounce back and keep their series hopes alive.
Adelaide: India’s Fortress for 17 Years
Adelaide has been a happy hunting ground for India. The team hasn’t lost an ODI there since February 2008, when Australia defeated them by 50 runs. Since then, India have remained unbeaten in nine matches at the venue, recording four wins and one tie.
Dominant Record on Australian Soil
India’s overall record in Adelaide is impressive. They’ve played 15 ODIs at the ground, winning nine, losing five, and drawing once. It’s a venue that has often brought out the team’s best performances against top opposition.
Masters of the Chase
India’s success in Adelaide is largely due to their chasing strength. In their last five matches here, they’ve won every time while batting second. The only time they batted first was against Pakistan during the 2015 World Cup a game where Virat Kohli’s unforgettable century sealed victory.
Stakes High for Second ODI
As India prepare for the second ODI, their 17-year unbeaten streak at the Adelaide Oval is on the line. A win will not only level the series but also extend one of India’s most remarkable overseas records at a ground that has consistently favoured them.
