Australia and India will clash again on Thursday at Carrara Oval in Queensland for the fourth T20I of the tour. It’s a high‑stakes game after India’s dramatic 5‑wicket win in Hobart, leveling the series at one win apiece. Fans can watch the match on Star Sports or stream it live on Jio Hotstar between 1:45 pm and 3:15 pm IST.
Quick Match Info (SEO keywords)
- Series: India tour of Australia 2025
- Match: Australia vs India – 4th T20I
- Venue: Carrara Oval, Queensland
- Date & Time: Thursday, 6 Nov 2025, 1:45 pm IST
India’s recent run of victories (21 wins in 35 T20Is) underlines why the home side is looking to close the gap, while Australia now faces a change‑up in its lineup. Travis Head has been dropped to focus on the Ashes, giving way to Glenn Maxwell, while Adam Zampa is expected to take a key bowling role. On the Indian side, Kuldeep Yadav’s exit is for the upcoming test series in South Africa, leaving Arshdeep Singh back to help lead the bowling attack.
Pitch & Weather Outlook
Carrara Oval’s “good‑for‑fast” first over can favour quick bowlers, but the surface settles into a batsman‑friendly rhythm as the spells progress. Expect a 155‑165 total overall. The outfield is fast, so runs can be scored quickly. Queensland weather on Thursday is clear and mild, with a peak of 21 °C and breezes around 11 km/h – perfect conditions for an exciting chase in the evening.
Current Form Snapshot
- India: W, W, NR, L, W
- Australia: NR, W, NR, W, L
India’s recent performances have put them in the driver’s seat; a win would end the series in their favour.
Predicted Line‑ups (SEO-friendly)
Australia:
M. Marsh (c), J. Inglis (wk), M. Short, M. Owen, T. David, M. Stoinis, G. Maxwell, N. Ellis, X. Bartlett, S. Abbott, A. Zampa
India:
A. Sharma, S. Gill, T. Varma, S. Yadav (c), J. Sharma (wk), S. Dube, A. Patel, W. Sundar, A. Singh, V. Chakaravarthy, J. Bumrah
Who Might Shine?
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India’s top batter: Abhishek Sharma’s run‑scoring prowess gives India a strong batting anchor.
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Australia’s top batter: Tim David, who smashed a seven‑over spell in Hobart, could impose pressure again.
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India’s key bowler: Arshdeep Singh’s return has been a game‑changer with three tests in the last series.
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Australia’s key bowler: Nathan Ellis’s variation with slower balls and hard swing makes him a threat.
Prediction
India carries the momentum, having dominated the last match and boosting the confidence of their lineup. The Australian bowling unit misses Josh Hazlewood’s wicket‑taking capability, but Zampa and Maxwell bring skill and experience. Despite a few risk‑reduced options in the Australian attack, India’s well‑balanced squad, led by experienced pacer Jasprit Bumrah and the mystery spin of Varun Chakravarthy, gives them a strategic edge.
Fans watch closely as the teams play a clash of fast bowlers against a powerful Indian batting line‑up. The result could hinge on how the Australian bowlers handle the spin and how effectively India can block the first‑over rush set up by Carrara’s early pace.
How to watch
- TV: Star Sports Network
- Digital: Jio Hotstar, available on app or website
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Source: ianslive
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