The fourth T20I between India and Australia is underway at the Heritage Bank Stadium, Gold Coast, with both teams looking to take the lead in the five-match series. The series currently stands 1-1, and India, fresh off a win in the previous match, batted first, posting 167/8.
Australia got off to a fiery start, scoring 37 runs in the first 4 overs. Matthew Short and Mitchell Marsh opened the innings, attacking Indian bowlers from the outset. Despite early control by India’s bowlers, Australia quickly shifted momentum with boundaries and sixes from Marsh and Short.
For India, Shubman Gill top-scored with 46 runs, narrowly missing a half-century. Captain Suryakumar Yadav struggled for form again, scoring 20 off 10 balls, while Jitesh Sharma and Tilak Varma could not make a substantial impact. Washington Sundar, too, fell cheaply, leaving India with 8 wickets down for 167.
Chasing 168 to win, Australia’s lineup includes Mitchell Marsh (captain), Matthew Short, Josh Inglis, Tim David, Josh Philippe, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, and Adam Zampa.
With a target of 168, India now faces a stern challenge as Australia’s openers continue their onslaught. The match promises thrilling action as both teams battle for a crucial series advantage.
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