India clinched a commanding 48-run victory over Australia in the fourth T20I at Carrara Oval on Thursday, taking an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.
Defending 167/8 on a tricky surface, India’s bowlers delivered a superb collective effort. Washington Sundar starred with remarkable figures of 3 for 3, while Axar Patel and Shivam Dube took two wickets each. Australia, cruising at 67/1, collapsed to 119 all out in 18.2 overs, losing their last nine wickets for just 52 runs.
Sundar, Axar, and Dube led India’s bowling brilliance as the hosts now face a must-win match in Brisbane.