India Vs Australia 5th T20I at The Gabba, Brisbane
The fifth and final T20I of the series 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 played on the Gold Coast.
India's Recent Performance
India secured a 48-run win at Carrara Oval despite difficulties on a slow, two-paced pitch. Vice-captain Shubman Gill, facing doubts about his place and approach, contributed a vital 46 runs from 39 balls on a testing surface.
Gill showed renewed intent during the field-restriction phase and proved to be a key player as India moved closer to the trophy.
Contributions from Key Players
- Abhishek Sharma supported with 28 runs as an opener.
- Captain Suryakumar Yadav scored 20 runs.
- All-rounder Axar Patel remained unbeaten with 21 runs.
India posted a competitive total of 167/8 in 20 overs. Nathan Ellis impressed for Australia, taking 3 wickets for just 21 runs.
Australia's Batting Collapse
The Australian chase faltered early as captain Mitchell Marsh (30) and opener Matthew Short (25) both fell cheaply, leading to a severe setback for the hosts.
Series Outlook
India aims to secure the series win with this final match in Brisbane, building on momentum from their recent triumph despite challenging conditions.
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