Australia vs India 4th T20I Highlights at Queensland
India defeated Australia by 48 runs in the fourth T20 International at Carrara Oval, Queensland, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. Washington Sundar was outstanding with the ball, claiming three wickets for just three runs, dismantling the Australian tail.
Key Performances
- Axar Patel earned the Player of the Match award for his all-round contribution, scoring 21* off 11 balls and taking 2 wickets for 20 runs.
- Shubman Gill top-scored for India with 46 runs from 39 balls, helping set a target of 168.
- On the Australian side, pacer Nathan Ellis took 3 wickets for 21 runs and leg-spinner Adam Zampa took 3 wickets for 45 runs.
- Shivam Dube contributed with the ball by taking 2 wickets for 20 runs.
- Washington Sundar efficiently cleaned up the tail with his three late wickets, bowling Australia out and securing the win.
Match Summary
India posted 167 runs batting first, with solid contributions from the top order. Australia’s innings collapsed after a promising start, largely due to disciplined bowling from the Indian all-rounders. The victory puts India ahead in the five-match series with one game remaining.
"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 on Thursday."
"Washington Sundar (3/3) mopped up the tail with three late strikes to help India take a 2-1 lead going into the final match of the series."
Series Context
The series is now led by India 2-1, with the final match deciding the series winner. The first match in Canberra was washed out due to rain, and Australia won the second T20I in Melbourne by chasing 126 runs in 13 overs.
This win gives India a crucial advantage heading into the series finale.
Author's summary: India’s dominant bowling performance, led by Washington Sundar and Axar Patel, helped secure a key 48-run win over Australia, giving India a 2-1 series lead in the 4th T20I at Queensland.