India Thrash Australia by 48 Runs in 4th T20I at Carrara Oval | Axar Patel, Washington Sundar Star as India Lead 2-1
Summary: India produced a commanding all-round performance to outplay Australia by 48 runs in the 4th T20I at Carrara Oval. With this win, Suryakumar Yadav’s men have taken a 2-1 lead in the five-match series, leaving the hosts under pressure before the decider at The Gabba.
Axar Patel shone on both fronts - scoring a brisk 21* (11) and bagging 2/20 - while Washington Sundar’s spell of 3 wickets for just 3 runs sealed the deal.
- Date: November 6, 2025
- Venue: Carrara Oval, Queensland
- Series: India Tour of Australia 2025
- Toss: Australia won the toss, opted to bowl
- Result: India won by 48 runs
- Player of the Match: Axar Patel
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India’s Batting: Collective Effort Leads to 167/8
Put in to bat on a slow, tacky surface, India started steadily as Abhishek Sharma (28 off 21) and Shubman Gill (46 off 39) laid a solid foundation. Despite losing quick wickets in the middle overs, cameos from Suryakumar Yadav (20 off 10) and Axar Patel (21 off 11)* lifted India to a competitive 167/8.
Key Highlights from India’s Innings:
- Shubman Gill’s well-paced 46 anchored the innings.
- Abhishek Sharma’s fluent start ensured early momentum.
- Axar Patel’s late fireworks added 25 valuable runs in the last 2 overs.
Australia’s Best Bowlers:
- Nathan Ellis (3/21) and Adam Zampa (3/45) were the pick of the bowlers.
Australia’s Chase: Promising Start, Sudden Collapse
Australia’s response began brightly with Mitchell Marsh (30) and Matthew Short (25) adding 46 runs for the opening wicket. However, once the Indian spinners took charge, the chase imploded dramatically.
Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, and Varun Chakaravarthy strangled the middle order, while Shivam Dube chipped in with two key wickets. From 67/1, Australia crashed to 119 all out in 18.2 overs.
Top Performers (Bowling):
- Washington Sundar – 3/3 (1.2 overs)
- Axar Patel – 2/20 (4 overs)
- Shivam Dube – 2/20 (2 overs)
- Varun Chakaravarthy – 1/26 (4 overs)
Turning Points of the Match
- Spin choke at Carrara: From 67/1, Australia lost 9 wickets for 52 runs.
- Axar’s all-round brilliance: His cameo and disciplined spell earned him the Player of the Match award.
- Sundar’s killer over: A triple-strike spell broke Australia’s middle order.
What This Win Means
India now lead the series 2-1, making the final match at The Gabba (Brisbane) a high-voltage clash. A win there will seal the series, while Australia must fight back to avoid a home defeat.
This victory also highlights India’s growing depth in all-rounders and adaptability to foreign conditions - a huge plus ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Post-Match Quotes
Suryakumar Yadav (India Captain):
“We knew this wasn’t a 200-plus wicket. The plan was to play smart and back our spinners, and it worked beautifully.”
Mitchell Marsh (Australia Captain):
“We started well but couldn’t sustain pressure. Credit to India’s bowlers - they out-thought us in the middle overs.”
What’s Next?
5th T20I - India vs Australia
- Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane
- Time: 6:15 PM Local | 8:15 AM GMT (Tomorrow)
- Series: India lead 2-1
Expert View: India’s Tactical Maturity
This game showcased how India has evolved tactically. From intelligent batting rotations to spin-heavy bowling at just the right time, the Men in Blue looked in full control. The inclusion of multi-utility players like Washington and Axar continues to give India a distinct edge in modern T20 cricket.
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