Top 10 India vs Australia Matches of All Time (ODIs & T20Is)

The India–Australia rivalry is cricket’s most intense modern duel — two giants
with contrasting styles yet an equal hunger for dominance. Every encounter
sparks excitement. From World Cup heartbreaks to unforgettable chases, the
battle between blue and gold has produced moments that have defined
generations.
Across formats, India and Australia have faced each other 296 times —
Australia winning 143, India claiming 111, with 42 matches ending in draws or
no result. In ODIs alone, Australia leads 84–58, while India dominates T20Is
20–11. But when it comes to spectacle, both sides have delivered drama
beyond the numbers.
Here are the ten greatest India vs Australia matches of all time, five in ODIs and
five in T

20Is — the games that have shaped this iconic rivalry.

1. The 2023 World Cup Final, Ahmedabad – Australia’s Sixth Title

It was meant to be India’s coronation night. An unbeaten streak, a home crowd
of over 100,000, and a team in great form. Yet, cricket had different plans.
Under lights at the Narendra Modi Stadium, India posted 240 runs, with KL

Rahul scored 66 and Virat Kohli added 54, but Australia’s bowlers — especially
Mitchell Starc (3/55) and Josh Hazlewood (2/60) — kept them under control.
When Travis Head walked in, Australia were 47 for 3. By the time he walked
out, they were champions. His magnificent 137 off 120 balls, supported by
Marnus Labuschagne’s steady 58 not out guided Australia to 241 for 4,
securing a six-wicket victory and their record sixth World Cup title.

2. The 2003 World Cup Final, Johannesburg – Ponting’s Masterpiece

On 23 March 2003, at the Wanderers Stadium, Ricky Ponting had his finest An

hour as both captain and batsman. Australia batted first and launched an
assault — Ponting smashing an unbeaten 140 off 121 balls, including eight
towering sixes, while Damien Martyn scored a classy 88 not out. Their
partnership of 234 runs propelled Australia to a mammoth 359 for 2,

The highest ODI total at the time.
India’s hopes rested on Sachin Tendulkar, but Glenn McGrath removed him for
4 in the first over. Virender Sehwag’s 82 offered faint hope, but India folded for
234, losing by 125 runs. The margin was brutal, but the match became an era-
defining moment.

3. The Mohali Chase, 2019 – Turner Turns It Around

India bat first in Mohali on 10 March 2019, scoring 358 for 9 thanks to Shikhar
Dhawan’s 143 off 115 balls and Rohit Sharma’s 95.

The crowd cheered, expecting a comfortable win for the home team. But Australia had other plans. Usman Khawaja’s 91 laid the groundwork, followed by Peter Handscomb’s 117
anchoring the innings. Then Ashton Turner stepped in, launching a stunning
assault — 84 not out off just 43 balls — to chase down the target with 13 balls

to spare. Australia finished on 359 for 6, completing one of the highest
successful chases in ODI history.

4. Bengaluru, 2013 – Rohit’s Double Century

The Chinnaswamy Stadium witnessed a legendary run-fest on November 2,

India batted first and scored an astonishing 383 for 6, thanks to Rohit
Sharma’s iconic 209 off 158 balls — an innings filled with 16 sixes. Support
from Dhawan (60) and Dhoni (62) helped India set a nearly impossible target.
Australia, however, refused to give in. James Faulkner delivered a bold 116 off
73 balls, and Glenn Maxwell’s 60 kept their hopes alive. But India’s bowlers
held firm to win by 57 runs.

5. Jaipur, 2013 – The Great Indian Chase

Just weeks earlier, India delivered one of the greatest chases in ODI history at
Jaipur. Australia set an imposing total of 359 for 5, led by George Bailey’s
unbeaten 92 and Phil Hughes’ 83.

In response, India orchestrated a batting masterclass. Shikhar Dhawan (95) and
Rohit Sharma (141)* laid the groundwork, before Virat Kohli smashed the
fastest ODI hundred by an Indian at that time, off just 52 balls. India chased
the target in 43.3 overs, losing only one wicket. 362 for 1 was more than just a
score; it was a statement — a fearless India had arrived.
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6. Mohali, 2016 – Virat Kohli’s Masterclass

A do-or-die match in the T20 World Cup on March 27, 2016. Australia posted a
competitive 160 for 6, with Aaron Finch scoring 43 and Glenn Maxwell adding.

India’s chase began shakily — Dhawan, Rohit, and Raina all fell early.
Enter Virat Kohli. With India needing 47 off 24 balls, Kohli switched gears,
dispatching Faulkner and Coulter-Nile to all parts of Mohali. His unbeaten 82
off 51 balls guided India to 161 for 4 with five balls remaining.

7. Durban, 2007 – Yuvraj Singh’s Semifinal Storm

The 2007 T20 World Cup semi-final in Durban marked the start of India’s
golden run. Batting first, Yuvraj Singh illuminated the night with a stunning 70
off 30 balls, hitting five sixes and five fours as India posted 188 for 5.

Australia battled back with Matthew Hayden’s 62 and Andrew Symonds’ 43,
but RP Singh’s early breakthroughs and disciplined death overs secured a 15-
run victory. India progressed to the final and went on to win the inaugural T20
World Cup.

8. Rajkot, 2013 – Yuvraj Returns with a Bang

After overcoming injuries and setbacks, Yuvraj Singh made his comeback in
style at Rajkot. Australia scored 201 for 7, with Aaron Finch contributing 89 off
52 balls.

India’s chase faltered, but Yuvraj rewound the clock with a fiery 77 not out off
35 balls, concluding the match with a flurry of sixes. India reached 202 for 4
With two balls remaining, winning by six wickets.

9. Sydney, 2020 – Swepson Spoils Kohli’s Party

Sydney hosted a thrilling finale to the T20 series on December 8, 2020.
Australia, led by Matthew Wade (80) and Glenn Maxwell (54), scored 186 for 5.
India, chasing 187, looked to be on track as Virat Kohli crafted a sublime 85 off
61 balls.

But leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson (3 for 23) changed the game with crucial
wickets in the middle overs. India fell short by 12 runs, finishing on 174 for 7. It
was a rare defeat, but one that highlighted how narrow the margins are in this
rivalry.

10. Gros Islet, 2024 – Rohit’s Storm in St. Lucia

In the 2024 T20 World Cup Super-Eights, India faced Australia at St. Lucia —
And Rohit Sharma delivered one of his most devastating innings. Batting first,
India scored 205 for 5, with Rohit smashing 92 off just 41 balls, including eight
sixes.

Australia’s chase was spearheaded by Travis Head (76), but India’s bowlers —
Arshdeep Singh (3/37) and Kuldeep Yadav (2/24) — kept their composure to
win by 24 runs.

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