In a thrilling encounter in Raipur, India showcased their class, securing a remarkable 20-run victory over Australia in the fourth game of the five-game T20 series. With this win, India has already claimed the series with a commanding 3-1 lead. Matthew Wade, the Australian captain, won the toss and elected to field first, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle between the two cricketing giants.
India set a formidable target, posting a score of 174/9 in their allotted 20 overs. The dynamic duo of Rinku Singh and Jitesh Sharma emerged as the stars of the Indian innings. Rinku Singh’s impressive knock of 46 runs off 29 balls laid the foundation for a competitive total, while Jitesh Sharma, the explosive wicketkeeper-batsman, showcased his prowess with a quickfire 35 runs off just 19 balls.
Jitesh Sharma, making his debut for India outside of the Asian Games 2023 tournament, left an indelible mark on the match. Known for his power-hitting prowess, he had previously exhibited his skills with the IPL side Punjab Kings. In the 4th T20I against Australia in Raipur, Jitesh Sharma’s aggressive approach changed the momentum of the game, underscoring his value to the Indian cricket team.
As the cricketing world gears up for the T20 World Cup 2024 scheduled in June, the Indian team management faces crucial decisions regarding team composition. The spotlight is on young talents like Ishan Kishan and the newly introduced Jitesh Sharma for the T20I format. Despite Kishan’s inconsistent stats and strike rate in T20Is, Jitesh Sharma’s stellar performance in his debut match positions him as a strong contender for a spot in the T20 World Cup squad.
Fans Are Excited After Jitesh Sharma’s Explosive Knock In Raipur

Ishan Kishan, a promising young cricketer, has been under scrutiny for his performance in the T20I format. With stats and a strike rate that haven’t been ideal, the team management is weighing their options to ensure the strongest possible lineup for the upcoming World Cup.
Jitesh Sharma’s exceptional debut in the 4th T20I against Australia strengthens his case for inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad. His ability to deliver stunning performances, coupled with his proven power-hitting skills, makes him a potential game-changer in the high-pressure T20 format. The team management is closely monitoring his progress, considering the impact he can bring to the side.
Well played, Jitesh Sharma…!!!
35 (19) with 1 four and 3 sixes – a much needed knock in this match. The future is bright for India! 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/eGB5VyTUIi
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 1, 2023
Rohit Sharma's devotee Jitesh Sharma representing team India fearlessly just like his idol.
Jitesh is ready to lift Wt20 2024 with his Captain Rohit 💙 #INDvsAUShttps://t.co/lmeVMZapic
— ` (@RofiedAyush) December 1, 2023
The umpire reaction says it all.
This is the real T20I cricket, this is real batting.
Jitesh Sharma – You beauty. pic.twitter.com/N4LhPIjWKL
— Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) December 1, 2023
Jitesh Sharma is an outstanding player, and credit goes to the Kings XI scouting team for acquiring him. Even though, if I'm not mistaken, MI identified him before Kings XI, but again Kings 11 got him for 20 lakhs pic.twitter.com/E2AdCrPck7
— Sai (@akakrcb6) December 1, 2023
Only his 2nd game for India & Jitesh Sharma does extremely well !! A great cameo of 35 runs,best SR out of any batsman there today!! 🔥
Such an impressive player ✨️
#INDvsAUS | #JiteshSharmapic.twitter.com/uvV3HloezS— ishaan (@ixxcric) December 1, 2023
Jitesh Sharma – 35 (19) 👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/K4CaoPiJPc
— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) December 1, 2023