17 Years of Dominance! How Team India Turned Adelaide Oval Into Their Fortress
Team India’s Fortress: 17 Years Unbeaten at Adelaide Oval
For almost 20 years, Team India has been unbeatable at the Adelaide Oval, a ground where some of India’s remarkable ODI victories have occurred. From previous World Cup wins to brilliant run chases, this iconic ground in South Australia has become recognized for Indian fish domination.
India has not lost an ODI at Adelaide since 2008, marking 17 years of unbeaten ability, proof of adaptability, great composure and expertise in Australian conditions.
Also Read: India vs New Zealand 2026 Schedule Announced: 3 ODIs, 5 T20Is in January
India’s Adelaide Success: A Story of Generations, From Ganguly to Kohli
Team India’s track record in Adelaide isn’t just luck; it’s something they’ve built. It started back in the early 2000s when Sourav Ganguly hit a great 141 off 144 balls, kicking off India’s winning ways at the ground.
Then, MS Dhoni came along, known for his calm finishes and smart leadership. He scored 317 runs in seven innings, averaging 131.00, which is still a record.
And who could forget Virat Kohli’s amazing 107 when India chased down 299 against Australia in 2019? That innings, along with Dhoni’s cool 55*, showed off the mix of attacking play and composure that defines Indian cricket today.
Iconic Matches That Defined India’s Adelaide Legacy
1️⃣ 2015 World Cup Clash: India vs Pakistan
India outplayed Pakistan in a superlative style of cricket in the 2015 World Cup of ICC, winning by a margin of 76 runs. The match was all about India dominating the cricket world again, and the fans of the blue brigade were loud and proud in the Adelaide stadium.
2️⃣ 2019 ODI Series: Chasing 299 Against Australia
The victory that probably gave the most pleasure was the one in January 2019 when India managed to chase a target of 299 runs. A hundred from Kohli and a composed innings from Dhoni brought home the win, thus recording the best-ever chase for India at the Adelaide Oval.
3️⃣ The 2012 Thriller vs Sri Lanka
In the month of February 2012, India managed to tie an extremely close match against Sri Lanka in the Commonwealth Bank Series. It is an instance that can only remind us how the most tightly fought matches always end up in favor of India at this ground.
India’s ODI Record at Adelaide Oval (1980–2019)
| Matches | Won | Lost | Tied | No Result | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 60% |
India’s record spans from their first ODI in 1980 to their latest triumph in 2019. Their next clash at the venue is scheduled for October 23, 2025, against Australia—a must-win after losing the opening ODI in Perth.
Best Indian Performances at Adelaide Oval
🏅 Best Win: Chased 299 vs Australia (2019, won by 6 wickets)
🤝 Tied Match: vs Sri Lanka (Feb 14, 2012, Commonwealth Bank Series)
🇦🇺 Record vs Australia: 8 matches – 2 wins, 6 losses
Indian ODI Records at Adelaide Oval
| Category | Record | Opponent / Details | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Team Total | 300/7 (50 overs) | vs Pakistan | Feb 15, 2015 |
| Lowest Team Total | 153/10 (41.2 overs) | vs Australia | Feb 17, 2008 |
| Biggest Win (Runs) | Won by 76 runs | vs Pakistan | Feb 15, 2015 |
| Biggest Win (Wickets) | Won by 6 wickets | vs Australia | Jan 15, 2019 |
| Smallest Win (Runs) | Won by 3 runs | vs Zimbabwe | Jan 24, 2004 |
| Smallest Win (Wickets) | Won by 2 wickets | vs Sri Lanka | Feb 19, 2008 |
Team India’s Individual Records at Adelaide Oval
| Category | Record | Player |
|---|---|---|
| Most Runs | 317 runs (7 matches) | MS Dhoni |
| Highest Score | 141 (144 balls) | Sourav Ganguly |
| Highest Batting Average | 131.00 | MS Dhoni |
| Most Centuries | 2 | Virat Kohli |
| Most Sixes | 7 | MS Dhoni |
| Most Wickets | 11 | Kapil Dev |
| Best Bowling Figures | 4/35 (9 overs) | Mohammed Shami |
As team India gets ready for their ODI showdown at Adelaide Oval in 2025, everyone will wonder if Rohit Sharma’s men continue to protect the fortress. With the likes of Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Jasprit Bumrah looking fresh and in-form, it’s expected to be another chapter in India’s illustrious past at Adelaide.
Share this content:
Post Comment