Australia vs India 4th T20 Match Highlights
India crushed Australia by 48 runs in the fourth T20I at Carrara Oval, Queensland, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. Washington Sundar took three wickets for just three runs, finishing with key late strikes. Axar Patel was named Player of the Match for his all-round contribution.
Match Summary
- India set a target of 168 runs with Shubman Gill top-scoring, making 46 runs off 39 balls.
- For Australia, Nathan Ellis and Adam Zampa took three wickets each, Ellis finishing with 3/21 and Zampa with 3/45.
- Australia’s batting collapsed in response, with Axar Patel and Shivam Dube each picking up two wickets.
- Washington Sundar sealed the win by taking three wickets for three runs late in the innings.
Player Performances
Axar Patel scored an unbeaten 21 runs off 11 balls and took 2 wickets for 20 runs, delivering an all-round performance that was crucial for India’s victory.
Series Context
The five-match series was tied 1-1 before this game. The first match at Canberra was abandoned due to rain, and Australia had won the second match in Melbourne by successfully chasing 126 runs in 13 overs. With this win, India now lead the series 2-1 going into the final match.
Key Takeaways
- India dominated with strong batting and disciplined bowling.
- Washington Sundar’s economical and strike-taking bowling late in the innings was decisive.
- Axar Patel’s all-round skills earned him Player of the Match honors.
Summary: India took command in the series with a dominant win fueled by Axar Patel’s all-round display and Washington Sundar’s crucial late wickets, leading 2-1 against Australia.