In men’s cricket, India defeated Australia by 9 wickets in the third and final match of the three-match ODI series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Earlier, the hosts Australia were bowled out for 236 in 46.4 overs, setting India a target of 237 runs. Australia won the toss and elected to bat first. Matt Renshaw was the top scorer for Australia with 56 runs, while Mitchell Marsh added 41 and Matthew Short contributed 30. Pacer Harshit Rana claimed four wickets, and spinner Washington Sundar took two. During India’s chase, Rohit Sharma smashed his 33rd ODI century, while Virat Kohli remained solid after bringing up his fifty, as India closed in on victory in their pursuit of 237.