Match: 4th T20I (Night Match)
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time: 7:15 PM Local Time | 1:45 PM IST | 8:15 AM GMT
Venue: Carrara Oval, Gold Coast, Queensland
Series Status: Level 1-1 (5-match series)
Umpires: Phillip Gillespie, Rod Tucker
TV Umpire: Shawn Craig
Match Referee: Jeff Crowe
Toss: Not yet announced
Expected Playing XIs
Australia (Likely XI)
Source: ESPNcricinfo, SportsCafe
- Matthew Short
- Mitchell Marsh
- Josh Inglis
- Tim David
- Glenn Maxwell
- Mitchell Owen
- Marcus Stoinis
- Xavier Bartlett
- Ben Dwarshuis
- Nathan Ellis
- Matthew Kuhnemann
Key Changes: Travis Head has been released from the squad to prepare for the Ashes, with Glenn Maxwell likely replacing him. Ben Dwarshuis returns after recovering from injury, replacing Sean Abbott.
India (Likely XI)
Source: ESPNcricinfo, SportsCafe
- Abhishek Sharma
- Shubman Gill
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Axar Patel
- Washington Sundar
- Jitesh Sharma
- Shivam Dube OR Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Arshdeep Singh
- Varun Chakravarthy
- Jasprit Bumrah
Key Changes: Nitish Kumar Reddy may be available after injury, with bowling coach Morne Morkel confirming he completed all required assessments. There’s doubt over Shivam Dube’s place after he conceded 43 runs in three overs in the previous match.
Venue and Conditions
Pitch Report
Carrara Oval offers a balanced surface for T20 cricket. Seamers enjoy early assistance from consistent bounce and carry, while spinners play a crucial role during the middle overs. The square boundaries are shorter compared to the straight ones, and spinners are likely to benefit from the surface.
Expected Score: First-innings totals around 160-180 are expected.
Weather Forecast
Weather forecasts suggest warm, humid conditions, with temperatures between 24-28°C, low chances of rain, and light cloud cover. The forecast for Thursday is sunny and clear, with expected temperatures hovering between 20 and 21 degrees and 58 percent humidity in the evening.
Rain Chances: Very low
Players to Watch
| Batters | Team | Why Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | India | Only India batter with over 100 runs in the series at a strike-rate of 167.16 |
| Tim David | Australia | Scored brilliant 74 off 38 in last match, evolving role higher up the order |
| Tilak Varma | India | Consistent performer in middle order |
| Glenn Maxwell | Australia | Maxwell’s return adds new dimension for India to deal with |
| Bowlers | Team | Why Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Arshdeep Singh | India | India’s highest wicket-taker in T20Is, took three wickets in last match |
| Varun Chakravarthy | India | Dismissed Mitchell Marsh and Mitchell Owen in consecutive deliveries in Hobart |
| Nathan Ellis | Australia | Out-thought Abhishek Sharma with a clever bouncer in the last game |
| Jasprit Bumrah | India | World-class death bowler |
What to Expect
This match is crucial for both teams. The 4th T20I is set to determine the series winner as the five-match series reaches its halfway point.
India were excellent in leveling the series in Hobart, showcasing their immense batting depth in T20 cricket. Washington Sundar helped India level the series with a quickfire 49 off 23 balls.
For Australia, the return of Glenn Maxwell strengthens their middle order. Captains may prefer bowling first to exploit early seam movement or batting first to set a challenging target on a predictable wicket.
Head-to-Head Stats
India leads the head-to-head record with 21 wins out of 35 matches played, while Australia has won 10 fixtures.
Prediction
India has the momentum after their excellent performance in Hobart. Their batting depth and spin options suit the Carrara Oval conditions. However, Australia’s home advantage and Maxwell’s return make this evenly balanced.
Expected Winner: India (55-45)
Key Factor: The team winning the toss may have a significant advantage given the conditions.