Axar Patel and Jitesh Sharma Convince Captain for DRS as Matt Short Falls for 25 in AUS vs IND 2025 4th T20I
During the fourth T20I between India and Australia at Carrara Oval, Gold Coast, Axar Patel and Jitesh Sharma successfully persuaded captain Suryakumar Yadav to request a DRS review against Australia opener Matt Short.
The incident took place in the fifth over of Australia’s chase of 168. The on-field umpire initially declared Short not out after a ball from Axar Patel struck him on the pads. However, after consultation between Patel and wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma, Yadav opted for the review just before time expired.
Ball tracking showed three reds, indicating a successful review and India’s first breakthrough in the innings.
Match Context
Batting at the top in Travis Head’s absence, Matt Short gave Australia a steady start, hitting Arshdeep Singh for three fours in the third over while Mitchell Marsh found it difficult to score freely. The hosts reached 35-0 after four overs before Yadav decided to introduce spin from both ends.
Axar Patel maintained tight control, conceding just two runs from his first four balls. Attempting to counter the pressure, Short tried a sweep shot but missed. The ball struck in line with the stumps, leading to the crucial review that turned the tide for India.
Author’s Summary
Axar Patel’s disciplined spell and sharp decision-making from Jitesh Sharma and captain Yadav earned India their opening wicket, shifting momentum in the 4th T20I against Australia.