India secured a series victory against a much-changed Australian side, taking a 3-1 lead in the ongoing T20 series. A standout performance from Rinku Singh and effective spin bowling were the key contributors to India’s success.
Opting to bat first, India posted a challenging total of 174-9, with Rinku Singh delivering a career-best performance, scoring 46 runs off 29 balls. Despite the efforts of Australian bowler Ben Dwarshuis, who took three wickets for 40 runs, India managed to set a formidable target.
Australia, aiming to level the series after their victory in the third T20, got off to a promising start with Travis Head leading the charge with a quickfire 31 off 16 balls. However, India’s spinners tightened their grip on the game, applying pressure and restricting the Australian batting lineup.
Despite a late surge from Matthew Wade, who smashed 36 runs off 23 balls, Australia fell short of the target. India’s spin maestro, A Patel, played a crucial role, taking three wickets for just 16 runs in his four overs.
With this 20-run victory, India sealed the T20 series 3-1, showcasing their dominance in the format. The final match of the series is set to take place in Hyderabad on Sunday, providing both teams with an opportunity to make a statement before the conclusion of the series.
The T20 series victory adds to India’s recent successes in international cricket and sets the stage for an exciting conclusion in Hyderabad, where fans eagerly anticipate the outcome of the fifth and final T20 clash between the two cricketing powerhouses.