Australia vs India Highlights 4th T20 at Queensland
India delivered a dominant performance in the fourth T20 International at Carrara Oval, defeating Australia by 48 runs and taking a 2-1 lead in the series. The match took place on Thursday, November 6, in Queensland.
Match Summary
India set a challenging total of 168 runs, with Shubman Gill leading the innings by scoring 46 runs off 39 balls. Axar Patel contributed a quick 21 not out from 11 deliveries, further strengthening India’s position.
Australian Bowling Performance
- Nathan Ellis took 3 wickets for 21 runs.
- Adam Zampa claimed 3 wickets for 45 runs.
Indian Bowling Dominance
The Indian bowlers ensured a collapse of the Australian batting lineup. Axar Patel and Shivam Dube grabbed two wickets each, while Washington Sundar dismantled the tail-enders with three wickets for just three runs.
Washington Sundar finished with remarkable figures of 3 for 3, helping India seal a 48-run victory.
Player of the Match
Axar Patel was named Player of the Match for his all-round contribution of 21* runs and two wickets for 20 runs.
Series Context
This victory gives India a 2-1 advantage in the five-match series, with one game left to play. Earlier, the series was leveled at 1-1, as the first T20I in Canberra was abandoned due to rain, and Australia had won the second match in Melbourne after chasing 126 runs in just 13 overs.
Author’s summary: India outclassed Australia by 48 runs in the fourth T20I, powered by Axar Patel’s all-round brilliance and Washington Sundar’s stunning spell of 3/3.