A change of formats seems to have not helped India, who struggled in the
first Twenty20 at Stadium Australia on Wednesday night. 
Again it was a
case of the top order failing to give the side a good start, and the
batting will need to improve if they are to avoid a 2-0 defeat.
Australia's new-look outfit, which has more of a Twenty20 specialist
feel than any side they have previously fielded, displayed enthusiasm
and talent, and they worked well together under the captain, George
Bailey.
The second and final Twenty20 at the MCG gives Bailey an
opportunity to secure a series win in his first series as Australia's
leader.
Australia relied heavily on spin in Sydney, and it was a ploy that
slowed India's scoring to the point that they were unable to fight their
way back into the chase.
The MCG might offer a little more for the fast
men, and it also offers the chance for an enormous crowd after a Sydney
record of 59,659 turned out for the first game.
A Friday night game in
Melbourne means people can wander down to Jolimont after work and take
in the action, and far more will be expected at this match than at the
first ODI that follows on Sunday, also at the MCG.
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