AUS vs ENG: While the top order went on their knees against the Aussie bowlers, Dawid Malan and Moeen Ali steered England to 178/7 in 20 overs against Australia in the 2nd T20I. Australia now needs to chase down 179 runs in 20 overs to keep the 3-match series alive. 

After England were at 54/4 in 8.1 overs, Dawid Malan and Moeen Ali etched a partnership of 92 runs in 52 balls for the 5th wicket. Moeen Ali was dismissed by Adam Zampa after scoring 44 runs off 27 balls with 4 fours & 2 sixes. 

Dawid Malan on the other hand smacked 82 runs in 49 balls with 7 fours & 4 sixes before getting dismissed in the last over. For Australia, Marcus Stoinis grabbed 3 wickets while Adam Zampa picked up 2 wickets. Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc managed 1 wicket each. 

Earlier, Australia captain Aaron Finch won the toss & opted to bowl first against England in the 2nd T20I. This match is being played at Manuka Oval, Canberra.

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