India vs Australia 4th T20 Highlights: IND beat AUS by 48 runs, take 2-1 series lead

India vs Australia 4th T20 Highlights: India Secure 2-1 Series Lead

India defeated Australia by 48 runs in the fourth T20 match, taking an unbeatable 2-1 lead in the series. The victory ensures that India cannot lose the series, while Australia can only level it by winning the final game at The Gabba.

Washington Sundar’s Impactful Spell

Despite bowling only eight deliveries, Washington Sundar produced a match-winning spell, claiming three wickets for just three runs. His performance sealed India’s dominance in the game.

“Leading edge and the easiest of return catches for Sundar. His 50th T20I wicket and he is on a hat-trick as well.”

Comedic Late-Game Moments

The closing overs offered a touch of comedy. Sundar bowled the 19th over to Nathan Ellis, who launched the first ball high into the night sky. Shubman Gill, sprinting from long on, misjudged and dropped the catch, only to take a clean catch two deliveries later off Adam Zampa. Both players laughed off the moment.

Jasprit Bumrah’s Milestone

Jasprit Bumrah achieved his 99th T20 international wicket in the final over. On the last ball of the match, Ben Dwarshuis attempted a wild swipe but edged the ball onto his stumps. With 52 runs required from 18 balls, Australia’s chase had already faded into formality.

Match Situation

Australia ended at 116 for 8 after 17 overs, facing an impossible task. Tailenders Ben Dwarshuis and Nathan Ellis could not withstand India’s disciplined bowling attack.

Summary

India displayed balanced bowling and fielding to clinch a decisive win, highlighted by Sundar’s brilliance and Bumrah’s milestone moment.

Author’s summary: India’s disciplined bowling and precise fielding powered a 48-run win over Australia, securing an unbeatable 2-1 advantage in the T20I series.

The Indian Express — 2025-11-06