Australia v India, 2015-16
Wisden's review of the first Twenty20 International, Australia v India, 2015-16
The switch in formats played to India's strengths, and exposed Australia's lack of a settled line-up less than two months ahead of the World Twenty20. After just one 20-over match in 2015, Australia turned to a mix of regulars and Big Bash successes, and even a wild thing as a wild card: fast bowler Shaun Tait was recalled for his first international in nearly five years. But, young or old, pace or spin, no one could contain the rampant Kohli. His brisk unbeaten 90 - his highest in the format - was well supported by Raina, and ensured Australia needed yet another record chase on home soil.
Man of the Match: V. Kohli. A