Axar Patel and Jitesh Sharma Push for DRS in AUS vs IND 2025 4th T20I
During the fourth T20I at Carrara Oval in Gold Coast, Team India all-rounder Axar Patel and wicket-keeper Jitesh Sharma urged captain Suryakumar Yadav to use the Decision Review System (DRS) early in Australia's innings. This occurred when Australian opener Matt Short was trapped lbw in the fifth over of the chase.
Key Moments from the Match
- Matt Short, filling in for Travis Head at the top of the order, gave Australia a solid start against India’s bowling attack.
- He impressed with aggressive batting, hitting three boundaries off Arshdeep Singh in the third over.
- Australia was well positioned at 35 without loss after four overs of chasing 168 runs.
- Recognizing the need to slow the run rate, Suryakumar Yadav introduced spin from both ends, including Axar Patel.
- Axar Patel bowled tightly, conceding just two runs in his first four balls.
Successful DRS Review
Trying to unsettle Patel, Short played a sweep shot but missed. Jitesh Sharma believed the ball had hit in line with the stumps, and the bowler shared the same view. They convinced the captain to take a review with seconds remaining.
Ball tracking showed three reds, confirming the dismissal. This marked India's first breakthrough of the match as the on-field umpire overturned his original not-out decision.
Impact on the Game
The successful review helped India make an early breakthrough, shifting momentum in their favor during the run chase at a critical stage.
Author’s summary: Keen observation and prompt teamwork by Axar Patel and Jitesh Sharma led to a pivotal DRS success, securing India’s first wicket and disrupting Australia’s promising start.