India VS Australia 4th T20 Match
India VS Australia 4th T20 Match
Match Details
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Fixture: Australia national cricket team vs India national cricket team — 4th T20I of the 5-match series. CricTracker+1
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Date / Time (IST): Thursday, 6 November 2025 at 1:45 pm IST. The Indian Express+1
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Venue: Carrara Oval, Gold Coast, Queensland. Cricbuzz+1
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Series Situation: Tied 1-1 after three games (including a wash-out). This match could give a crucial edge. Cricket World+1
Why This Match Matters
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Momentum swing: With the series level, the winner of this 4th T20I gains serious psychological advantage heading into the decider.
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Conditions & venue: The Carrara Oval surface has shown a balanced contest between bat and ball. Batters have chances, but early bowlers may exploit the new ball. CricTracker+1
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Team changes & availability: Australia have rested or released players (e.g., Travis Head) ahead of other commitments. India also facing squad adjustments. These factors could influence combinations and strategies. Cricket Times+1
Key Players to Watch
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India:
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Suryakumar Yadav (Captain) – Needs a big knock to set the tone.
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Abhishek Sharma – Has been impressive at the top of the order. CricTracker
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Arshdeep Singh / Washington Sundar – Bowling attackers with momentum after the 3rd T20I.
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Australia:
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Mitchell Marsh (Captain) – Will need to lead from the front.
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Tim David – Capable of huge hitting and game-changing moments.
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Nathan Ellis – Has taken wickets and will be a threat in the powerplay. CricTracker
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Pitch & Strategy Insights
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The Carrara Oval pitch is likely to favor batters after the early overs, but pace bowlers who strike early may gain an edge. CricTracker+1
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Toss could become important: Teams chasing might feel more comfortable when conditions settle.
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Both sides will want to get their combination right; managing balance between batting depth and bowling options is crucial given the venue’s demands.
Prediction & What to Expect
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Several analysts favour Australia to win this fixture owing to home conditions and slightly more settled squad. Sportskeeda
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Others believe India have the momentum after a strong 3rd T20I and can push ahead.
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Expect a competitive total in the region of 150-180 depending on powerplay execution and how the pitch plays early. (Some projections estimate approx. 170 for batting second). CricTracker+1
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In summary: Edge – Australia, but India are well-placed to upset if their top order fires and bowling attack nails their roles.
🏏 Match Overview
The stage is set for the 4th T20I between India national cricket team (IND) and Australia national cricket team (AUS) in their ongoing five-match T20 series. The stakes are high: with the series currently level at 1-1, the winner of this encounter will take a pivotal lead. NDTV Profit+1
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Date & Time: Thursday, 6 November 2025 at 1:45 PM IST. CricTracker+1
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Venue: Carrara Oval (also referred to as Bill Pippen Oval) on the Gold Coast, Queensland. The Financial Express+1
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Series Score: After a wash-out in the first game, Australia won the second T20I, India claimed the third. So, it’s all to play for now. CricTracker+1
🔍 Key Elements to Watch
1. Pitch & Conditions
The Carrara Oval is expected to favour batters once things get going. Early movement for pace bowlers is possible with the new ball, but as the innings progresses, scoring could accelerate. CricTracker+1
2. Playing XIs & Changes
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India look settled after a strong chase in the 3rd T20I and may stick with the same XI. Business Standard+1
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Australia may make changes: for example, experienced campaigner Glenn Maxwell is back in contention, while some players may rotate out ahead of other commitments. The Indian Express
3. Momentum & Series Implications
With the series finely poised, the 4th game takes on crucial significance: a win here gives a significant psychological edge heading into the final match. ESPN Cricinfo
4. Players to Watch
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For India: Abhishek Sharma has been in good form with the bat this series. Cricket World
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For Australia: Nathan Ellis has picked up wickets regularly and might be key. Cricket World
✅ Prediction & Fantasy Insight
Pre-match analysis leans slightly in Australia’s favour, largely due to home conditions and maybe batting depth. However, India’s recent form in the series and the confidence from the 3rd T20I make them very dangerous challengers. CricTracker+1
For fantasy picks:
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Consider selecting top batters who bat in the top 4 of each side (since the pitch may favour batters later).
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Bowlers who bowl in the power-play or death overs might hold extra value given the expected conditions.