The India vs. Australia T20I series is poised at a critical juncture as the two teams face off in the 4th T20I at Carrara Oval, Queensland on Thursday, November 6, 2025. With the series level at 1-1, this match is a must-win for both sides, as the victor will secure the series.
After the first game in Canberra was washed out due to rain, Australia took a 1-0 lead by winning the second T20I in Melbourne by four wickets. They chased down a 126-run target in 13.2 overs. India bounced back in the third T20I in Hobart, restoring parity to the series. They made light work of a 187-run target, reaching the score in just 18.3 overs, with five wickets to spare.
India will be looking to carry the momentum from their impressive win in Hobart. Washington Sundar's unbeaten 49 off 23 balls was instrumental in India's victory. Arshdeep Singh's three-wicket haul also played a key role in restricting Australia. Suryakumar Yadav, the captain, along with Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma, and Jitesh Sharma, will be expected to contribute significantly with the bat. Kuldeep Yadav has been released from the T20I squad to prepare for the Test series against South Africa.
Australia, on the other hand, will aim to regroup and capitalize on their home advantage. They will miss Travis Head, who has been released to play in the Sheffield Shield in preparation for the Ashes series. Mitchell Marsh will lead the side, and the team will rely on contributions from Matthew Short, Josh Inglis, and Glenn Maxwell. Josh Hazlewood's performance with the new ball will be crucial for the Aussies.
The conditions at Carrara Oval in Queensland are expected to favor the batters. Fast bowlers might find some swing early on, but as the ball gets older, batting conditions should improve. The weather forecast for the Gold Coast predicts partly cloudy skies with temperatures between 16°C and 25°C.
In T20Is, India has won 21 matches, while Australia has won 12 out of the 34 encounters. Two matches have ended in a tie or no result.
The match is scheduled to begin at 1:45 PM IST (6:15 PM Local Time).
