Axar Patel and Jitesh Sharma Urge Captain for DRS in 4th T20I
During the fourth T20I match between Australia and India at Carrara Oval, Gold Coast, all-rounder Axar Patel and wicket-keeper Jitesh Sharma convinced captain Suryakumar Yadav to take a decision review system (DRS) after Australia opener Matt Short was caught in front during the fifth over of the run chase.
Australia's Strong Start
Filling in for Travis Head at the top of the order, Matt Short gave Australia a solid beginning. He aggressively attacked, hitting three boundaries off Arshdeep Singh in the third over while teammate Mitchell Marsh struggled to find form. Australia reached 35-0 after four overs chasing a target of 168 runs.
Key Moment: The Review
With Australia well positioned, Suryakumar Yadav brought on spin from both ends. Axar Patel bowled economically, conceding only two runs in his initial four balls. Matt Short tried to sweep Patel but missed the ball.
Jitesh Sharma suggested the ball had hit in line with the stumps, and the bowler agreed.
The two players then asked captain Yadav to review the decision with just seconds remaining. The on-field umpire was compelled to overturn his original 'not out' call after the ball-tracking showed three reds.
The review was successful, granting India their first wicket of the match.
Summary
The convinced DRS call by Axar Patel and Jitesh Sharma led to a crucial breakthrough for India, disrupting Australia's strong start in the 4th T20I at Gold Coast.
Author's summary: Astute use of DRS by India's players secured a vital wicket, tilting momentum during a competitive chase in the 4th T20I against Australia.