Ind vs Aus 4th T20 : India take an unbeatable lead of 2-1 in series
India pulled off a commanding 48-run win over Australia in the Ind vs Aus 4th T20 at Carrara Oval, Gold Coast, to take a 2–1 lead in the five-match series. The game had everything — a gritty batting recovery, a clutch bowling effort, and a finish that silenced the home crowd.
The five-match T20I series between India and Australia was finely poised at 1-1 before the match, following a washout in the first match and contrasting results in the second and third. Australia grabbed a win in the second, but India bounced back to level in the third. The fourth game at Carrara Oval offers a chance for one side to seize momentum ahead of the decider. The stakes were high and the tension palpable.
Australia won the toss and, seeing the hint of evening dew, decided to bowl first. On paper, it looked like a good call — the surface at Carrara had even bounce, and chasing under lights has usually been the safer bet here. But India, bruised from early series setbacks, turned the script around.
India vs Australia — 4th T20I
Carrara Oval, Gold Coast — 6 November 2025
India — Batting (1st Innings)| Shubman Gill | 46 (39) • 4x4, 1x6 |
| Abhishek Sharma | 28 (21) • 3x4, 1x6 |
| Suryakumar Yadav (c) | 20 (10) |
| Axar Patel | 21* (11) |
| Total | 167/8 in 20.0 overs |
Australia — Bowling (1st Innings)| Nathan Ellis | 3/21 (4) |
| Adam Zampa | 3/45 (4) |
Australia — Batting (2nd Innings)| Mitchell Marsh | 30 (24) |
| Matthew Short | 25 (19) |
| Total | 119 all out in 18.2 overs |
India — Bowling (2nd Innings)| Washington Sundar | 3/3 (1.2) |
| Axar Patel | 2/20 (4) |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 1/27 (4) |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 1/26 (4) |
First Inning: India posted 167/8 in 20 overs
India began the evening on a bright note, showing intent right from the start on a slightly tacky Carrara surface. Shubman Gill looked in control, timing the ball sweetly on his way to a composed 46 off 39 balls, anchoring the innings while others tried to accelerate around him.
The openers got India off to a steady platform, but Australia’s bowlers fought back strongly through the middle overs. Nathan Ellis, once again proving his worth, bowled a brilliant spell of 3 for 21, changing the tempo of the innings with smart variations and sharp yorkers.
Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, India managed to keep the scoreboard ticking thanks to handy late contributions from the lower order. Quick runs in the final two overs nudged the total to 167/8, a score that looked competitive but certainly not out of reach on this ground.
It was a classic T20 first innings — a promising start, a middle-over squeeze, and a late push that left both teams believing they had a chance.
Second Inning: Australia bowled out for 119
Chasing 168, Australia never quite got going. Mitchell Marsh tried to anchor with 30 off 24, and Matt Short added 25 from 19, but beyond that, the batting simply fell apart. The collapse began once India’s spinners took control. Axar Patel tightened the screws, Varun Chakravarthy kept it clever, and Jasprit Bumrah mixed his pace brilliantly. Then came Washington Sundar — the surprise package.
Brought in late, Sundar bowled just 1.2 overs and finished with incredible figures of 3 for 3, including the final wicket of Adam Zampa. His spell summed up India’s night — clinical, disciplined, and ruthless Australia were bowled out for 119, and India sealed the win by a massive 48 runs — a statement result heading into the final match.
Player of the Match
Axar Patel was awarded the Player of the Match, for his contribution with both bat and ball. Axar Patel once again proved his value as India’s steady match-winner. He played a vital hand with a quick 21 not out off 11 balls, giving India late momentum to reach 167. Then, with the ball, Axar was clinical — keeping a tight line and removing two key Australian batters just as the chase threatened to take off. His calm control through the middle overs broke Australia’s rhythm and shifted the game India’s way. Efficient, composed, and effective on both fronts, Axar’s all-round brilliance earned him a well-deserved Player of the Match award.
What this win means for the series
India’s win now gives them a 2–1 lead in the five-match series. It’s been a strong comeback since the second T20 defeat, showing how this side keeps finding heroes — one game it’s Washington, another day it’s Gill or Arshdeep. The series heads to Adelaide for the fifth and final T20I, with India now just one step away from a statement overseas series win.
Match Highlights
Where to watch Ind vs Aus T20 Series
| Country | TV Channel(s) | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports, DD Sports | JioCinema / Disney+ Hotstar (check provider), DD National (FTA) |
| Australia | Foxtel, Seven | Kayo Sports (digital); Cricket Australia match hub |
| UK | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go / NOW |
| US/Canada | Willow TV | Willow App / ESPN+ (US) |
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Match start: 1:45 PM IST · 7:15 PM Australia time.
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Ind vs Aus T20 Series 2025 - Results and Schedule
India vs Australia — T20I Series Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue | Local Time | IST | Match Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | 29 Oct 2025 (Wed) | Manuka Oval · Canberra | 7:15 PM | 1:45 PM | Abandoned — No Result (IND 97/1 in 9.4 ov) |
| 2nd T20I | 01 Nov 2025 (Sat) | MCG · Melbourne | 7:10 PM | 1:40 PM | Australia won by 4 wickets — AUS 126/6 (13.2 ov) beat IND 125 (18.4 ov) |
| 3rd T20I | 03 Nov 2025 (Mon) | Bellerive Oval · Hobart | 7:10 PM | 1:40 PM | India won by 5 wickets — IND 188/5 (18.3 ov) beat AUS 186/6 |
| 4th T20I | 06 Nov 2025 (Thu) | Cbus Super Stadium · Gold Coast | 7:10 PM | 1:40 PM | India won by 48 runs — IND 167/8 (20) beat AUS 119 (18.2) |
| 5th T20I | 08 Nov 2025 (Sat) | The Gabba · Brisbane | 6:40 PM | 1:10 PM | – |
Manuka Oval · Canberra
MCG · Melbourne
Bellerive Oval · Hobart
Cbus Super Stadium · Gold Coast
The Gabba · Brisbane
