Australia vs India 4th T20 Match Highlights
India dominated Australia by 48 runs in the fourth T20I at Carrara Oval, Queensland, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. Washington Sundar impressed with three wickets for just three runs, helping India secure a strong victory.
Key Performances
- Axar Patel was awarded Player of the Match for his all-round contribution, scoring 21* off 11 balls and taking 2 wickets for 20 runs.
- Shubman Gill top-scored for India with a 39-ball 46, helping set a target of 168 runs.
- For Australia, Nathan Ellis (3/21) and Adam Zampa (3/45) each took three wickets, making it a competitive contest initially.
- In Australia’s innings, Sundar (3/3) and Shivam Dube (2/20) efficiently dismantled the batting lineup.
Match Summary
India set a challenging target of 168 runs. Australia started their chase but quickly faltered as the Indian bowlers tightened their grip. Sundar’s late strikes dismantled the tail, sealing an emphatic win for India.
“Washington Sundar ends up with three scalps for just three runs and India have thrashed Australia by 48 runs to go 2-1 up in the series.”
“Axar Patel (21* off 11 and 2/20) delivered an all-round performance as India crushed Australia by 48 runs in a one-sided fourth T20I at the Carrara Oval.”
Series Context
The five-match series, currently tied 1-1 before this game, now sees India ahead with one match remaining. The first T20I was abandoned due to rain, while Australia won the second match convincingly by chasing 126 runs in 13 overs.
With this result, India has taken a crucial advantage before the series decider.
Author's Summary
India’s comprehensive 48-run win in the fourth T20 saw strong individual displays, especially from Sundar and Patel, putting them in control of the series with one game left.