India vs Australia 4th T20 Highlights
Washington Sundar bowled only eight deliveries but took three wickets while conceding just three runs, ensuring India secured the series.
India now leads the series 2-1, with Australia’s only chance to draw by winning the final match at The Gabba.
Key Moments
- In the 19th over, Ellis attempted a big hit on the first ball, but the ball went high, and Gill tried to catch it from long on but dropped it.
- Gill recovered quickly and caught the next ball from Sundar aimed at Zampa, adding to his fielding contributions.
- Jasprit Bumrah took his 99th T20I wicket on the final ball of the match; a missed yorker resulted in Dwarshuis edging onto his own stumps.
Australia’s Struggle
Australia needed 52 runs from 18 balls but were in trouble at 116/8 in 17 overs. Tailenders Ben Dwarshuis and Nathan Ellis faced a daunting task against Bumrah’s bowling.
Sundar claimed his 50th T20I wicket with an easy leading-edge catch in this final phase, bringing him close to a hat-trick.
"Sundar bowls the second ball to Zampa, who tries to clear Gill but can't get the distance. Gill gobbles up the second chance and can't stop laughing."
"99th wicket in T20Is for Jasprit Bumrah. Last ball of the match for him, it was a missed yorker, Dwarshuis took a big clumsy swipe at it, bottom edge straight onto his own stumps."
India’s disciplined bowling performance sealed their dominance, placing Australia under immense pressure in the remaining match of the series.
Author’s summary: Washington Sundar’s exceptional bowling and sharp fielding helped India clinch a crucial 2-1 lead over Australia in the T20 series, putting them in a strong position to win.