Australia vs India 4th T20 Match Highlights
India defeated Australia by 48 runs in the fourth T20I at Carrara Oval, Queensland, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. Washington Sundar was outstanding with the ball, taking three wickets for just three runs to help dismantle the Australian batting lineup.
Key Performances
- Axar Patel was named Player of the Match for his all-round display, scoring 21* off 11 balls and taking 2 wickets for 20 runs.
- Shubman Gill top-scored for India with 46 runs off 39 balls, helping set a target of 168 for Australia.
- For Australia, Nathan Ellis (3/21) and Adam Zampa (3/45) each took three wickets.
- Shivam Dube contributed with the ball as well, taking 2 wickets for 20 runs.
- Washington Sundar finished strongly, cleaning up the tail with three late wickets.
Match Summary
India set a competitive total of 168 runs. Australia's batting lineup collapsed under pressure, especially in the final overs, allowing India to secure a convincing victory and gain the upper hand in the five-match series with one game left to play.
Axar Patel said after the match, "This win gives us confidence going into the last game, and the team effort was fantastic."
Series Context
The series is now 2-1 in favor of India. The first T20I in Canberra was abandoned due to rain, Australia won the second match in Melbourne by chasing 126 runs successfully, and with this fourth match victory, India have taken a crucial lead.
Looking Ahead
The final match will decide the series winner, with India holding the advantage thanks to their strong performance in the fourth game.
Author’s summary: India took a pivotal 2-1 series lead over Australia in the 4th T20 with Washington Sundar’s crucial bowling and Axar Patel’s all-round brilliance shaping a dominant 48-run win.