ICC T20 World Cup 2016: 5 things to look forward to in the India-Australia clash

India and Australia face off at Mohali today in a virtual quarter-final with both teams playing for a single semi-final spot. Australia have been playing some good cricket apart from their loss to the Kiwis and will be trying to put in a dominating performance against India.

India, widely considered to be the tournament favourites, have survived a lot of hiccups and can thank their stars for being still alive in the tournament. The high-octane clash is expected to showcase cricket of the highest quality with some of the finest cricketers going head to head in a do or die contest.

Here are 5 things to look forward to in the India-Australia clash.

#1 A Rohit Sharma blitzkrieg

Rohit Sharma was in sublime form earlier this year.

Few will disagree about the fact that when Rohit Sharma plays, it is a treat to watch. Though he used to be endlessly trolled a few years ago for his extended lack of form, Sharma has now turned himself into one of the foremost openers in the shorter versions of the game.

He has been the standout performer for India and consistency has been his hallmark over the last few years when it comes to ODIs and T20Is. But Sharma has not been his usual self and has failed to fire ever since the Asia Cup.

It is unbecoming of a batsman of his stature to be down in the dumps for long. Rohit is indeed overdue for a big innings now and today might be the day when he delivers. India will need a big start from him in a crunch match like this. If he gets out cheaply, it will again put too much pressure on the middle order.