India Clinches Dominant Win in 4th T20I Against Australia
Team India delivered a commanding performance in the fourth T20I of the five-match series against Australia, securing a 48-run victory at Carrara Stadium, Queensland. With this win, India now leads the series 2-1, ensuring they cannot lose the series.
All-rounder Axar Patel was the standout performer, scoring a quickfire 21 off 11 balls and taking 2 crucial wickets for just 20 runs. His calm batting and sharp bowling turned the tide in India’s favor, earning him the Player of the Match award.
Batting first after losing the toss, India posted 167/8 in 20 overs. Shubman Gill top-scored with 46 runs, while Australia’s Nathan Ellis and Adam Zampa picked up 3 wickets each. Despite early setbacks, India’s middle order held firm to build a defendable total.
Australia’s chase never gained momentum. They were bowled out for 119 in 18.2 overs. Mitchell Marsh scored 30, but the Indian bowlers—Washington Sundar (3/3), Shivam Dube (2/20), and Axar Patel—kept the pressure on. Varun Chakravarthy also chipped in with key breakthroughs.
After a rain-abandoned first match and a win each in the next two, India’s victory in the fourth game gives them a psychological edge heading into the final T20I. The team’s blend of youth and experience is proving effective, with players like Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma showing promise.
Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership has been praised for tactical bowling changes and field placements. His trust in young bowlers and flexible batting order has added depth to India’s game plan.
The fifth and final T20I will be a chance for India to seal the series 3-1, while Australia will aim to level it. Fans are eagerly awaiting another high-voltage clash between two of cricket’s biggest rivals.
