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The third One Day International (ODI) between India and Australia was a thrilling encounter that took place on 2nd December 2020 at the Manuka Oval in Canberra, Australia. This match was crucial for both teams as the series was tied at 1-1, and a victory in this game would give either team the upper hand in the series.

Australia won the toss and elected to bat first. The opening pair of Aaron Finch and David Warner got off to a solid start, putting up a 142-run partnership before Warner was dismissed for a brilliant Finch continued his excellent form and went on to score a magnificent century, eventually getting out for 114. Steve Smith also played a crucial inning of 63 runs, helping Australia post a formidable total of 302 runs for the loss of just one wicket.

Chasing a target of 303 runs, India got off to a shaky start, losing their opener Shikhar Dhawan early. However, captain Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill steadied the ship with a crucial partnership. Kohli, known for his masterful chases, looked in sublime touch as he scored a brilliant century. Gill, on the other hand, played a composed inning, providing valuable support to the skipper. The duo put up a 92-run partnership before Gill was dismissed for

Kohli's dismissal brought Hardik Pandya to the crease, who continued his excellent form with the bat. Pandya played a breathtaking inning, smashing the Australian bowlers all around the park. He scored a quickfire 92 runs off just 76 balls, including 7 fours and 1 six. His partnership with Kohli took India closer to the target, and it seemed like they would cruise to victory.

However, a late collapse in the Indian batting lineup brought Australia back into the game. Kohli was dismissed for a brilliant 106, and the wickets kept falling at regular intervals. Despite the collapse, India managed to keep the game alive, thanks to some handy contributions from Ravindra Jadeja and Navdeep Saini.

With 14 runs required off the final over, India needed a special effort to win the match. Saini, who had played a crucial cameo with the bat, was entrusted with the task of scoring the required runs. The pressure was immense, but Saini held his nerve and smashed a boundary off the first ball. However, he got out off the next delivery, leaving India needing 10 runs off 4 balls.

Jadeja, who had been in excellent form throughout the series, took charge and hit a boundary off the third ball, reducing the equation to 6 runs off 3 balls. But the Australian bowlers held their nerve and restricted India to just 5 runs off the last 3 balls, securing a thrilling victory by 12 runs.

Despite the loss, India's fighting spirit and never-give-up attitude were on full display in this match. The game showcased the depth and talent in both teams and highlighted the intense rivalry between India and Australia. It was a nail-biting encounter that kept the fans on the edge of their seats until the very last ball.