India Vs Australia 5th T20I at Brisbane
Match Details
The fifth and final T20I between India and Australia will take place at The Gabba in Brisbane on Saturday, November 8. India leads the series 2-1 after a rain-affected fourth match.
India's Performance in the Fourth T20I
India secured a 48-run victory at the Carrara Oval in Queensland despite challenges on a two-paced pitch. Vice-captain Shubman Gill responded to doubts about his place with an important 46 off 39 balls, showing renewed intent during the field-restriction phase.
Besides Gill’s innings, useful contributions came from opener Abhishek Sharma (28), captain Suryakumar Yadav (20), and all-rounder Axar Patel (21*), helping India finish at 167/8 in 20 overs.
Australia's Struggles
Australian pacer Nathan Ellis impressed by taking 3 wickets for 21 runs. The chase went poorly for Australia after captain Mitchell Marsh (30) and opener Matthew Short (25) were dismissed early.
"Gill showed signs of renewed intent inside the field-restriction phase and ultimately proved to be an asset for his team on the night they secured one hand on the trophy, earning himself some extra breathing space to settle in and seal his spot."
India aims to clinch the series on Australian soil with a strong performance in the decider at The Gabba.
Summary: India leads 2-1 going into the final T20I against Australia, with Shubman Gill’s crucial innings and key contributions helping India dominate the rain-affected series so far.