India vs Australia 2017, 2nd ODI: 5 things we learnt from the match

#1 Marcus Stoinis plays a lone hand

Stoinis once again showed his big hitting ability

There is a reason Australia prefer Stoinis over Mitchell Marsh in their ODI side of late. A steely cricketer who never backs down, Stoinis has time and over showcased an uncanny ability to put his hand up during crisis situations. With Australia all but out of the game, Stoinis went about clubbing the Indian bowlers to get Australia as close as possible.

However, he ran out of partners when on 62 with Australia way short of India's score. Despite the visitors losing the game, they will take heart from Stoinis' gritty knock. On a two-paced wicket, Stoinis also bowled pretty well, mixing up his slower balls and cutters to good effect.