Australia (AUS) and India (IND) meet each other in the fourth T20I at the Carrara Oval in Queensland on Thursday, November 6. The series is fascinatingly at a stand-off at 1-1. The team that will emerge victorious on Thursday will not suffer from the fear of being defeated in the five-match series.
After the cancellation of the first match in Canberra, Australia got the first point by losing the second one in Melbourne but only by four wickets. They comfortably got the required 126 runs in 13.2 overs on a spicy wicket after Josh Hazlewood’s magnificent new-ball spell.
India made an impressive comeback in the third T20I in Hobart and tied the series again. They easily knocked off the 187 runs set for them, scoring it in just 18.3 overs with five wickets remaining. Washington Sundar was the star of the match after Arshdeep Singh’s brilliant three-wicket haul on his return.
Australia vs India Head-to-Head Record in T20Is
| Matches Played | 34 |
| AUS Won | 12 |
| IND Won | 21 |
| Tied / No Result | 2 |
Australia vs India Match Details
| Match | AUS vs IND, 4th T20I, India tour of Australia, 2025 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Thursday, November 06; 1:45 PM |
| Venue | Carrara Oval, Queensland |
| Broadcast and live-streaming | JioStar Network Channels and JioHotstar (App & Website) |
Pitch Report
Australia’s Strengths
Australia demonstrated exceptional bowling prowess in the previous T20I with Josh Hazlewood’s outstanding spell. Their ability to execute disciplined lines and lengths under pressure creates scoring difficulties for opposition batters consistently. The hosts possess experienced players capable of chasing targets successfully, evident from their four-wicket victory in Melbourne, where they comfortably secured 126 runs in 13.2 overs on a challenging pitch. Their familiarity with Australian conditions at Carrara Oval provides additional tactical advantages in familiar playing environments.
Australia’s Weaknesses
Despite their series lead potential, Australia must address occasional batting inconsistencies that emerge during pressure situations in T20 cricket. Their reliance on specific bowlers like Hazlewood increases injury concerns during extended series engagements and limits tactical flexibility. Lack of depth in middle-order batting sometimes creates vulnerability when facing disciplined bowling attacks from quality opposition. The loss in the second match despite strong performances suggests occasional lapses in concentration across multiple phases of play.
India’s Strengths
Abhishek Sharma displayed exceptional batting form in the Hobart victory, showcasing the aggressive intent and technical soundness required for T20 success. India possesses explosive batting talent throughout their lineup capable of posting commanding totals rapidly, demonstrated by their comprehensive chase of 187 runs in just 18.3 overs. Their bowling attack features quality spinners and pacers who can exploit varying conditions effectively, with Arshdeep Singh’s brilliant three-wicket haul and Washington Sundar’s match-winning contributions proving their capabilities. The series-leveling performance demonstrates remarkable resilience and tactical adaptability under challenging circumstances.
India’s Weaknesses
India’s second T20I performance revealed concerning batting fragility beyond individual contributions, highlighting inconsistency within the lineup. Multiple batters failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities during crucial phases, suggesting inconsistent form during pressure moments. Their vulnerability against sustained bowling attacks from experienced pacers like Hazlewood requires urgent attention and improved partnerships. Defensive lapses during fielding phases occasionally undermine strong bowling performances and allow opposition teams to recover from difficult positions.
Australia vs India Predicted Playing 11s
Australia:
Mitchell Marsh (C), Matthew Short, Josh Inglis (WK), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Xavier Bartlett, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann.
India:
Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Tilak Varma, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Shivam Dube/Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah.
