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AUS vs IND 4th T20I: In a dominating display of all-round cricket, India defeated Australia by 48 runs in the 4th T20I, taking a crucial lead in the series. Batting first, India posted a competitive total of 167/8 in 20 overs, powered by brilliant performances from Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Suryakumar Yadav. In response, Australia struggled to keep up with the asking rate and were bundled out for 119 in 18.2 overs.

Gill and Sharma Set the Platform

India’s innings got off to a solid start thanks to Abhishek Sharma (28 off 21 balls, SR 133.33) and Shubman Gill (46 off 39 balls, SR 117.95), who stitched together a crucial partnership in the powerplay. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Suryakumar Yadav (20 off 10 balls, SR 200) and Axar Patel (21 off 11 balls, SR 190.91) provided a much-needed late flourish, ensuring India reached a competitive total of 167.

Captain Suryakumar Yadav led from the front in quick cameos down the order, while Washington Sundar (12 off 7 balls, SR 171.43) and Shivam Dube (22 off 18 balls, SR 122.22) contributed useful runs to maintain momentum.

Indian Bowlers Run Through Australia

India’s bowlers produced a clinical performance, dismantling the Australian batting lineup. Washington Sundar was the star with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for just 3 runs in 1.2 overs, while Shivam Dube and Axar Patel picked up 2 wickets each, strangling Australia’s scoring opportunities.

Leg-spinner Varun Chakaravarthy (1/26 in 4 overs) and the pacers Jasprit Bumrah (1/27 in 4 overs) and Arshdeep Singh (1/22 in 3 overs) provided vital breakthroughs at key moments, ensuring Australia never got close to the target.

Australia’s top-order struggled against India’s disciplined bowling attack, with notable dismissals including Mitchell Marsh (30 off 24 balls) and Matthew Short (25 off 19 balls), but they lacked support down the order. Wickets fell at regular intervals, and the visitors were eventually bowled out for 119, handing India a 48-run victory.

Final match awaits in Gabba

This win gives India a strong advantage in the series, showcasing their dominance in both batting and bowling departments. The combination of experienced players and emerging talents like Abhishek Sharma and Axar Patel has proven to be a perfect formula, leaving Australia with plenty to rethink for the upcoming T20I matches. The last match will be played in Gabba, Brisbane.




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