A superb bowling display powered Team India to a 48-run victory over Australia at Carrara Oval, Queensland, on Thursday, November 6, in the fourth T20I. The Men in Blue now lead the five-match series 2-1.
Batting first, India posted 167/8 in 20 overs. Shubman Gill was the top scorer with a 46-run knock from 39 balls. Abhishek Sharma (28 off 21), Shivam Dube (22 off 18), and Axar Patel (21* off 11) contributed useful cameo innings.
Pacer Nathan Ellis was the standout bowler for Australia, taking 3 wickets for 21 runs in 4 overs. Leg spinner Adam Zampa also impressed, claiming 3 wickets but conceding 45 runs.
In reply, Australia was bowled out for 119 in 18.2 overs, losing wickets rapidly. Only openers Mitchell Marsh (30 off 24) and Matthew Short (25 off 19) crossed 20 runs.
Washington Sundar took three wickets, while Axar Patel and Shivam Dube took two wickets each. Axar was named Player of the Match for his outstanding all-round display.
Axar Patel was adjudged the Player of the Match for his brilliant all-round performance.
Author's summary: India's balanced batting and disciplined bowling, especially by Axar Patel, secured a crucial win, putting them ahead in the series with standout moments energizing the fans.
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