Australia vs India, 4th T20I: Preview, pitch report, weather report, streaming details

The Gold Coast is set to host its first-ever Indian men's international match, a 4th T20I between Australia and India at Carrara Stadium. Fans can watch the match on JioHotstar, via OTTplay Premium.

The result of this match can eventually decide the series. Image | BCCI on X

The much-anticipated Ashes squad selection dominates Australia’s cricket headlines, but the Gold Coast is setting the stage for a historic event of its own—the first-ever Indian men’s international cricket match held in the city. Despite the quiet build-up without flashy advertisements or billboards, Indian cricket fans on the Gold Coast have eagerly embraced the occasion, with the Carrara Stadium expected to be near full capacity for Thursday evening’s 4th T20I between Australia and India.

Match Details

Match: Australia vs India, 4th T20I

Time: 1.45 pm IST

Venue: Carrara Oval, Queensland

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Where to watch the Australia vs India, 4th T20I online?

Cricket fans in India can watch the Australia vs India, 4th T20I match online on JioHotstar, accessible via OTTplay Premium.

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Match preview

Following a rain-affected game in Canberra, the two teams have treated fans to two thrilling T20 matches in Melbourne and Hobart. Australia dominated at the MCG with a legendary bowling performance by Josh Hazlewood, while the Indian bowlers answered back strongly in Hobart, tipping the balance for a win. Throughout the series so far, the power hitting has been exceptional, with some sixes flying further than usual. The bowling quality has also been top-notch, reflecting the elite status of these two teams in the T20 format.

This series has come alive right after a nostalgic ODI series and as the Ashes beckon, a series expected to be one of the most eagerly followed in recent times. The high quality of cricket has ensured the momentum remains strong as the action shifts to Queensland.

With everything still undecided, anticipation builds around the decisive matches on the Gold Coast and later in Brisbane.

Pitch report and ground details

The venue, a boutique stadium holding around 20,000 fans, will offer a more intimate but no less electric atmosphere compared to the 82,000 who packed the MCG last week.

The weather is expected to be perfect: sunny and ideal for cricket. While the pitch conditions remain somewhat uncertain, the relatively short boundaries promise plenty of exciting hitting opportunities.

Team news

Team-wise, Australia faces some changes. Travis Head is reintegrating into Sheffield Shield cricket to prepare for the Ashes, opening a spot at the top for Mitch Owen alongside captain Mitch Marsh. Notably, Glenn Maxwell returns to strengthen the middle order, adding experience and firepower.

There is also keen curiosity about the young fast bowler Mahli Beardman, who may get his first chance at this level.

Squads:

Australia Squad: Mitchell Marsh(c), Matthew Short, Josh Inglis(w), Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Xavier Bartlett, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Philippe, Tanveer Sangha, Mahli Beardman

India Squad: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Jitesh Sharma(w), Shivam Dube, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Sanju Samson, Rinku Singh, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana

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