Varun Chakaravarthy Dismisses Glenn Maxwell in 4th T20I Against Australia
During the fourth T20I between India and Australia at Carrara Oval in Queensland on November 6, Varun Chakaravarthy took the vital wicket of Glenn Maxwell. The leg-spinner dismissed Maxwell for just 2 runs, leaving Australia in trouble at 103/6.
Key Moment in Australia's Chase
The breakthrough occurred in the 15th over when Varun bowled a sharp googly that deceived Maxwell. Attempting to create space and play the ball through the off side, Maxwell missed completely. The ball clipped the top of the off-stump before landing in the wicketkeeper’s gloves.
"The batter attempted to create space and play it through the off side but missed the ball entirely. It went on to clip the top of the off-stump before settling into the wicketkeeper’s gloves."
Varun Chakaravarthy’s Performance
- Figures of 1/26 from four overs
- One of the top T20I bowlers with five wickets in the ongoing series
- 26 wickets in 15 T20I matches so far this year
Bowling Effort Keeps India in Control
India maintained control during Australia’s chase. At 17 overs, Australia was struggling at 116/8 with Ben Dwarshuis and Nathan Ellis at the crease.
- Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, and Washington Sundar each took two wickets
- Shivam Dube dismissed Tim David for 14 off nine balls
India’s Batting Total
Earlier, India posted a competitive total of 167/8 in their 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat first.
Summary
Varun Chakaravarthy’s crucial wicket and disciplined bowling helped India keep Australia under pressure in the fourth T20I, showcasing his key role in the ongoing series.