India vs Australia 4th T20 2025 Highlights: India Win by 48 Runs, Lead Series 2-1 with Spin Magic

If you’re a cricket lover who lives for the thrill of a turnaround, then the fourth T20 between India national cricket team and Australia national cricket team delivered just that. Down 1-1 in a tightly poised series, India came into the gold coast with a point to prove — and did exactly that with a classy all-round performance. Their bowlers, notably the spinners, strangled Australia’s chase, while the batters set a defendable target despite some hiccups. This match highlighted not just skill, but also maturity, discipline and the kind of teamwork that elevates a side from “good” to “in-control”. In this post, we’ll walk you through the match in detail: what happened in the first innings, how the second innings collapsed for Australia, what the captains had to say, who stood out and why this win matters.

India vs Australia 4th T20 : Match Summary

On 6 November 2025 at the Carrara Oval (Gold Coast, Queensland) India and Australia faced off in the 4th T20I of their five-match series. Australia won the toss and elected to field first. India posted a total of 167/8 batting first. Australia’s chase began strongly but collapsed dramatically and were restricted to 119 all out, leading India to a victory margin of 48 runs and the series lead of 2-1.

What makes this win significant is not just the margin, but the manner of it — the bowling display in the second innings was particularly special, especially for India’s spinners, turning the game from a moderately tricky total into a comfortable victory.

First Innings – India Batting & Key Performances

When India batted first, they knew 160-plus would be a decent but not unassailable total on this ground. They began with purpose but lost wickets at regular intervals. The top highlight:

Shubman Gill anchored the innings with 46 runs, giving India a solid base.
Abhishek Sharma chipped in with a valuable 28 runs.
Shivam Dube made a quick-fire cameo of 22 runs, adding momentum at the right time.
Late flourish from Axar Patel—he smashed an unbeaten 21 off 11 balls and also contributed with his spin later. That late push was crucial.

The innings was not flawless — there were middle overs where India lost a few wickets and let Australia back into the game—but the recovery and late acceleration gave India a competitive total to defend. For example, the series of dismissals in the middle overs could have cost them, but the team showed composure. The fact that Australia’s bowlers got some rewards (Nathan Ellis took 3-21) shows the innings had challenges.

In summary: India built a platform through Gill and Abhishek, added momentum via Dube, and closed strongly thanks to Axar—and that combination made the difference.

Second Innings – Australia’s Chase & India’s Bowling Masterclass

Australia began their innings positively — the start looked promising. They reached 67/1 at one stage with momentum. But then the wheels came off.

Some key points:

Australia’s early hope was anchored by openers like Matt Short (25) and their skipper Mitchell Marsh (30).
However, from that point, Australia lost 9 wickets for 52 runs, a collapse that turned the game.
India’s spinners were the major architects of this collapse: Washington Sundar took 3 wickets for 3 runs in just 1.2 overs (first time bowling in the series) and Axar Patel picked up 2 wickets f or 20 runs.
Other contributors: Varun Chakravarthy claimed key wicket (Glenn Maxwell) and the seamers held pressure at times, but this was primarily driven by spin.

Australia, despite the good start, could not sustain the chase—wickets fell too quickly, pressure mounted, and India’s team fielded and bowled intelligently. The surface may have aided spin in the latter overs, and India exploited it perfectly.

In short: what started as a chase within reach became a miserably short outing for Australia because of India’s disciplined bowling and smart use of resources.

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What the Captains Said

India captain Suryakumar Yadav was full of praise for his batters and acknowledged the bowlers’ role: “The way Shubman and Abhishek started, they knew this was not a 200-220 wicket… they batted very smartly. It was a complete team effort from the batters.”
Australian skipper Mitchell Marsh admitted that Australia failed to go over the line: “We failed to go over the line. Fair play to India and they are a world class team.” He also alluded to squad disruptions and the challenge of rotating players in this format.

Their words reflect the scenario: India executed their game plan, Australia couldn’t sustain their early advantage.

Man of the Match

The standout performer and hence the Man of the Match was Axar Patel. His all-round performance—21* with the bat to boost India’s total and then 2 for 20 with his spin—was pivotal in turning the match India’s way. Washington Sundar’s spell (3 for 3) and Gill’s batting set up the platform, but Axar’s combined contribution gave India the edge.

Final Conclusion & Why This Win Matters

This wasn’t just another T20 win—it has greater implications:

With this victory India take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series, going into the final match with momentum and psychological advantage.
India’s bowling, especially spin, showed that they are not just batting-heavy; they have a full toolbox in T20 cricket. That is crucial heading into bigger tournaments.
Australia’s collapse underscores that even a strong start can be undone by pressure and strategic bowling changes—something India exploited well.
For Indian cricket fans, this display builds confidence: the team appears to be handling overseas conditions, rotating players, and still getting results.
For the neutrals and cricket strategists, this match will be studied as an example of how a target in the 160s can be defended on the back of spin and smart fielding rather than just brute batting.

In human terms: imagine you’re walking into a race where you start strong but then falter—India was steady, controlled, and executed when required. Australia looked like they had the pace, the platform, but missed the anchor—they let it slip. That difference is the hallmark of a team ready for the big stage.

So if you were wondering whether this series would matter, the answer is yes. India’s win in the 4th T20 sends a message: they’re serious and they’re capable.

Key Takeaways for Fans

Check how the spinners dominated—Washington’s first-spell and Axar’s control in middle overs are worth watching.
Gill’s renewed form is timely, Abhishek Sharma and Dube provided balance.
Australia launched strongly but their middle and lower order collapsed—a reminder that depth counts as much in T20 as blistering starts.
The final match will be intriguing: Australia, a proud side, will fight to level, India will want to seal the series. Expect strategies, perhaps more spin, maybe a few surprises.

Cricket fans, buckle up for the final T20. If you enjoyed this write-up, share it with fellow fans and keep an eye on how both teams adapt. Because as this match proved, in T20 cricket it’s not just about hitting big—it’s about smart execution, timing and seizing the moment.

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