5 Men who helped Australia script a historic series win against India

When India won the 2nd ODI in Nagpur, it seemed like the Men in Blue already had one hand on the trophy. The fans expected the rest of the series to go just like the first 2 ODIs but the resolute Australian side had other plans.

The Aussies turned around the series in a remarkable fashion as they held their nerve and came back from 0-2 in the series to register a historic 3-2 series win and reign triumphant over the hosts.

Australia did put on a tremendous show as they completed their remarkable comeback at Feroz Shah Kotla in Delhi by beating India by 35 runs to win the 5-match ODI series.

Here we list down 5 men who helped cricket Australia script this marvellous series win in India.

#5 Ashton Turner

India v Australia - ODI Series: Game 4

While Ashton Turner’s numbers throughout the series weren’t as startling as the others, it’s his heroic innings in the 4th ODI which has got him a place on this list.

Turner played out of his skin as Australia looked to chase down India’s massive total of 359 in Mohali.

Turner, playing just in his second game, smashed the ball all around the park as the Australian ended the match at 84*.

His brave innings brought a lot of appreciation from cricket enthusiasts all around the globe as Turner helped Australia chase down the enormous total India set them up.

Turner’s ability to slog some really big 6s was a genuine treat for cricket fans as the Australian literally defied all odds to help his side win.

His contribution will surely be celebrated by the ardent Australian cricket supporters as his valuable knock kept them in the series. Turner was deservingly named the Man of the Match for his contribution in Australia’s monumental victory in the 4th ODI.

#4 Adam Zampa

India v Australia - ODI Series: Game 5

Adam Zampa has always been an exciting bowler as the leggie has the ability to catch the attention of cricket enthusiasts with his commendable bowling attributes.

Zampa was instrumental in Australia's historic series win in India as the Australian troubled the Indian batsmen with his trickery and bowling prowess. His capability to spin the ball really well was on show as he ended the series with 11 wickets.

Zampa constantly gave the Indian batsmen a scare or two as he perfectly tossed the ball in the host's way.

Zampa's total of 11 wickets throughout the 5-match ODI series helped him end as one of the star performers for the Aussies. The blonde haired spin sensation completed the series with the 2nd most number of wickets across both the sides.

#3 Peter Handscomb

India v Australia - ODI Series: Game 5

When India scored 359-6 in Mohali, and it seemed like the Men in Blue have grabbed the series. Nothing much was in Australia’s favour as they lost 2 early wickets in their quest to chase down this enormous total,

Just when it looked like the series would rest in India’s favour, up stepped Peter Handscomb to play an innings that shall be remembered for years to come.

Handscomb combined exquisitely with Usman Khawaja, as the two brought their side back in the hunt.

Handscomb’s innings of 117 earned him many a praise as his valuable knock helped Australia chase down the might total of 259 and remain alive in the series.

Handscomb ended the series as the 3rd highest run scorer with 236 runs, only behind Khawaja and Virat Kohli. The future looks exciting for cricket Australia and Peter Handscomb!

#2 Pat Cummins

India v Australia - ODI Series: Game 5

Pat Cummins was possibly the best bowler on either side in this thrilling ODI series. The Australian troubled the Indian batting order on one too many occasions as the Men in Blue found it quite difficult to tackle Cummins.

After Australia had lost the first 2 matches, the team from Down Under needed some heroic performances in order to mount a comeback in the 5-match ODI series and Cummins did exactly that!

The Australian took 14 wickets throughout the course of the series and was the most efficient bowler of the 2 sides. Cummins’ ability to pitch the ball constantly did entice the Australian supporters and even the Indian camp will agree that the Australian had a remarkable series.

With 14 wickets to his name, Cummins ended the series as the highest wicket-taker across both the sides. Cummins is often considered amongst the best ODI bowlers around and the Australian proved his worth in this 5-match ODI series.

#1 Usman Khawaja

India v Australia - ODI Series: Game 5

The man with the runs, Usman Khawaja was the star of the Australian batting lineup. Khawaja ended the series with 383 runs as he helped the Aussies register a historic series win in India. In the absence of Steve Smith and David Warner, Khawaja has been one of the senior members of this Australian side and the man displayed real composure in the 5-match ODI series.

Khawaja’s class was on show as the Australian opener scored 2 impressive tons and not to forget his commendable innings of 91 in Australia’s heroic chase in the 4th ODI played in Mohali.

Khawaja did show a lot of courage in this monumental series win as the Australian set the tone for his side as the Aussies desperately looked for some inspiration having lost the first 2 ODIs to the hosts.

Khawaja ended the series as the top runscorer and will be admired for his delectable displays in this massive series victory.