Six instances when MS Dhoni got the better of Australian bowlers at the death

#2 62, Bengaluru (2013)

Dhoni was in great form during 2013 India-Australia series

There couldn’t have been a better venue than Bengaluru for a thrilling and a high-scoring series finale (the series was tied at 2-2). Big scores were expected on a flat track and both teams were eager to chase. Australia won a crucial toss and inserted India to bat.

After a solid 112-run opening stand, India found themselves in a tricky situation at 232/4 by the end of the 40-over mark. Dhoni was batting with Rohit Sharma (who had completed his second hundred of the series).

However, on a belter of a track with small boundaries, a score of 325-330 was needed. A brutal onslaught followed, which helped India get to a mammoth 383 by the end of 50 overs. It was batting of the highest quality, as the Dhoni-Rohit onslaught left Australia shell-shocked. Dhoni scored a quick-fire 62 off just 38 balls with the help of seven fours and six sixes (one of which cleared the stadium).

The Dhoni knock was overshadowed by Rohit Sharma’s 209, but it was crucial as it helped India win the series 3-2.