India National Cricket Team vs Australian Men’s Cricket Team Match Scorecard: 4th T20I, India Tour of Australia 2025-26 – Axar Patel Stars in 48-Run Victory
The India National Cricket Team vs Australian Men’s Cricket Team rivalry is the hottest ticket in world cricket. When these two teams meet, stadiums sell out in minutes, television ratings explode, and social media breaks the internet. On November 6, 2025, at Carrara Oval in Queensland, the India National Cricket Team vs Australian Men’s Cricket Team match scorecard recorded one of the most complete Indian performances in recent memory: a crushing 48-run victory that sealed a 2-1 series lead (with one washout) and announced India’s arrival as the team to beat ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
The dead rubber in Brisbane was rained off, confirming India’s first bilateral T20I series win in Australia since the 2018-19 tour. Under lights on a slightly two-paced pitch, India’s spinners dictated terms, their batters accelerated at the perfect moments, and their fielding was electric. Here is the complete India National Cricket Team vs Australian Men’s Cricket Team match scorecard, followed by a ball-by-ball feel of the game, individual brilliance, tactical masterstrokes, and what this result means for both teams going forward.
Match Summary (Quick Look)
- Match: Australia vs India, 4th T20I (Night)
- Date: November 6, 2025
- Venue: Carrara Oval, Queensland
- Toss: Australia won and chose to bowl
- Result: India won by 48 runs
- Series: India lead 2-1 (one match no-result)
- Player of the Match: Axar Patel (21* off 11 & 2/20)
- Attendance: 20,470 (near capacity)
Complete India National Cricket Team vs Australian Men’s Cricket Team Match Scorecard
India Innings: 167/8 in 20 overs (Run Rate: 8.35)
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Abhishek Sharma | c David b Zampa | 28 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 133.33 |
| Shubman Gill | b Ellis | 46 | 39 | 4 | 1 | 117.94 |
| Shivam Dube | b Ellis | 22 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 122.22 |
| Suryakumar Yadav (c) | c David B. Bartlett | 20 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 200.00 |
| Tilak Varma | c †Inglis b Zampa | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 83.33 |
| Jitesh Sharma (†) | lbw b Zampa | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 75.00 |
| Washington Sundar | c sub (Kuhnemann) b Ellis | 12 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 171.42 |
| Axar Patel | not out | 21 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 190.90 |
| Arshdeep Singh | c Philippe b Stoinis | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | not out | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
Extras: 9 (LB 3, W 6)
Total: 167/8 (20 overs)
Fall of wickets: 56/1 (6.4), 88/2 (11.3), 121/3 (14.1), 125/4 (15.1), 131/5 (16.1), 136/6 (16.4), 152/7 (18.4), 164/8 (19.4)
Australia Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
| Dwarshuis | 4 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 7.75 |
| Bartlett | 4 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 6.50 |
| Ellis | 4 | 0 | 21 | 3 | 5.25 |
| Stoinis | 4 | 0 | 41 | 1 | 10.25 |
| Zampa | 4 | 0 | 45 | 3 | 11.25 |
Australia Innings: 119 all out in 18.2 overs (Run Rate: 6.49)
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Mitchell Marsh (c) | c Arshdeep b Dube | 30 | 24 | 4 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Matthew Short | lbw b Axar | 25 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 131.57 |
| Josh Inglis (†) | b Axar | 12 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 109.09 |
| Tim David | c Yadav b Dube | 14 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 155.55 |
| Josh Philippe | c Varun b Arshdeep | 10 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Marcus Stoinis | lbw b Washington | 17 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 89.47 |
| Glenn Maxwell | b Varun | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Ben Dwarshuis | b Bumrah | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.42 |
| Xavier Bartlett | c & b Washington | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Nathan Ellis | not out | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 40.00 |
| Adam Zampa | c Gill b Washington | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Extras: 2 (LB 1, W 1)
Total: 119 all out (18.2 overs)
India Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
| Arshdeep Singh | 3 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 7.33 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 4 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 6.75 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 4 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 6.50 |
| Axar Patel | 4 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 5.00 |
| Shivam Dube | 2 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 10.00 |
| Washington Sundar | 1.2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2.25 |
How the Match Unfolded: Innings Breakdown
India’s innings began explosively. Abhishek Sharma attacked Ben Dwarshuis from ball one, hammering three boundaries in the first over. With Shubman Gill rotating strike beautifully, India raced to 56/0 in the powerplay, their best start of the series.
Adam Zampa changed everything in the seventh over. His perfectly flighted wrong’un deceived Abhishek, who holed out to long-on. Nathan Ellis then produced a spell for the ages: three wickets for just 21 runs, using slower cutters and knuckle balls to perfection. He removed Gill (bowled through the gate), Dube (cleaned up by an off-cutter), and nearly had Suryakumar Yadav twice.
At 136/6 after 16.4 overs, 150 looked a distant dream. Then Axar Patel happened. He walked in and changed the mood instantly. A monstrous 102-metre six off Stoinis in the 19th over, followed by clever placement and pure power, lifted India to 167. The last 20 balls produced 47 runs, a game-changing burst.
Australia’s chase never got going. Axar Patel struck in his first over, trapping Short with an arm-ball. Marsh looked dangerous but fell to Shivam Dube’s clever, slower delivery. When Dube removed David in the same over, Australia were 91/4 and panicking.
Varun Chakravarthy bowled Maxwell with a fizzing googly that clipped the off-bail, a dismissal that will be replayed for years. Jasprit Bumrah’s yorker to Dwarshuis was surgical. The final blow came from Washington Sundar, who took three wickets in four legal deliveries across the 17th and 18th overs for just three runs. Australia collapsed to their lowest T20I total against India in Australia since 2016.
Player Performances That Defined the Game
Axar Patel was simply outstanding. His unbeaten 21 off 11 balls was worth double on that pitch, and his four overs of left-arm spin went for only 20 runs while taking two crucial wickets. He controlled the middle overs better than anyone on either side.
Shubman Gill’s 46 was a mature, anchoring knock. He played second fiddle early, then took charge against spin, showing why he’s being groomed for bigger leadership roles.
Nathan Ellis was Australia’s standout performer. His 3/21 on a pitch not especially helpful for pace was world-class. Without him, India would have posted 190+.
Washington Sundar’s late burst (3/3 in 8 balls) was pure magic. Introduced only in the 17th over, he swung the game irrevocably with flat, quick arm-balls that skidded on.
Suryakumar Yadav’s captaincy deserves special mention. His bowling changes were spot-on, his field placements aggressive, and he led with energy that lifted the entire team.
Tactical Takeaways
- India’s spin depth is terrifying. Axar, Washington, Varun, and even part-time options like Suryakumar give them unmatched variety.
- Australia’s middle order (Maxwell, David, Stoinis) scored only 33 runs combined. That’s a recurring problem that needs fixing before the 2026 World Cup.
- Shivam Dube’s emergence as a sixth bowling option is massive for India’s balance.
- Carrara Oval under lights is becoming a spin-friendly venue. Teams will think twice before bowling first here again.
Series Context and Bigger Picture
India arrived in Australia after losing the ODI series 2-1. The T20Is were seen as a chance to salvage pride. After a rain-affected first game, Australia won in Melbourne, and India hit back in Hobart. This Carrara victory was the defining moment.
By winning the series 2-1, India achieved something only one other visiting team has managed in Australia in the last five years. More importantly, they did it without Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, and with a very young squad. The average age of India’s playing XI was under 26.
For Australia, this defeat raises serious questions. Their white-ball form has been patchy since the 2023 ODI World Cup triumph. The selectors now face tough choices about Maxwell’s form, Marsh’s captaincy in T20Is, and whether the pace-heavy bowling attack needs more spin options at home.
Head-to-Head Record Updated (T20Is as of December 2025)
- Total matches: 36
- India wins: 20
- Australia wins: 14
- No result/Tied: 2
- India’s win percentage in Australia: Now 55% across all T20Is played there
FAQs
India won by 48 runs, bowling Australia out for 119 after posting 167/8.
Axar Patel for his all-round brilliance: 21* off 11 balls and 2/20 in 4 overs.
Shubman Gill 46 (India) and Mitchell Marsh 30 (Australia).
Washington Sundar with 3/3 in just 1.2 overs, including two wickets in two balls.
Yes. The victory gave India an unassailable 2-1 lead. The final game in Brisbane was washed out, confirming India's series win.
Official highlights are available on the official Cricket Australia and BCCI websites, Disney+ Hotstar, ESPNcricinfo, and Cricbuzz.
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Final Words!
The India National Cricket Team vs Australian Men’s Cricket Team match scorecard from Carrara Oval on November 6, 2025, will be studied by cricket analysts for years. It showcased India’s new-generation fearlessness, their spin supremacy, and their ability to win crucial away series without relying on legendary names.
Australia were outplayed in every department, and the defeat should serve as a wake-up call ahead of a huge 2026 that includes defending their ODI World Cup title (if they qualify directly) and hosting the T20 World Cup alongside New Zealand.
One thing is certain: the greatest rivalry in cricket just got even more exciting. The next chapter cannot come soon enough.
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