IND vs AUS 2nd ODI Result - Kohli's century helps India win by 5 wickets

In a high scoring thriller India comfortably beat Australia by 5 wickets with 7 balls remaining to take unbeatable lead in the 2 match series on Wednesday, 20th October, 2010 at Vizag. Aus made 289/3 in 50 overs and then Ind made 292/5 in 48.5 overs.

India won the 1st toss and bowl first got the Australias openers early by Nehra and they were struggling on 16/2 after 8 overs but then Clarke and Hussey (69) put 144 runs in 28 overs. Clarke then hit a brilliant century with 111 not out but real difference made by Cameron White hit 89 runs off just 49 balls wth 6 fours and 6 sixes as they made 84 runs in last 5 overs and set a competitive total of 289/3.

India also lost openers early 35 runs and the Yuvraj (58) and Kohli put 132 runs partnership in 25 overs. Virat Kohli batting with cramp hit his highest ODI score with 118 runs 0ff 121 balls and then Raina played a brilliant quick inning of 71 runs off just 47 balls with 9 fours and a six to avoid any late drama.

Match Summary:

Australia - 289/3 in 50 overs (Clarke 111*, Hussey 69, White 89*, Nehra 2-57)

India - 292/5 all out in 48.5 overs (Kohli 118, Yuvraj 58, Raina 71*, McKay 3-54)

Toss - India, who chose to bowl first.

Man of the Match - Virat Kohli (India)

Result - India won by 5 wicket (with 7 balls remaining)

Series - India led the 2-match series 1-0