India Masters vs Australia Masters Match Overview

In a commanding performance, Australia Masters triumphed over India Masters by 95 runs in the ninth match of the International Masters League T20 2025. Batting first, Australia posted a total of 269 runs for the loss of one wicket, with standout contributions from Shane Watson and Ben Dunk. 

In response, India struggled to build partnerships, with only Sachin Tendulkar making a notable 64 runs. The Australian bowlers, led by Xavier Doherty’s impressive figures of five for 25 runs, dismantled the Indian batting lineup, securing a convincing victory and showcasing their dominance in the match.

First Innings: India Masters Dominate with Stellar Bowling Performance

Ben Dunk emerged as the standout performer, scoring a remarkable 132 runs, including 12 sixes and 10 boundaries that propelled Australia to a formidable total. Shane Watson also contributed significantly with a solid 110 runs off 52 deliveries, demonstrating his experience and skill at the crease.

The partnership between Dunk and Watson was crucial, as they consistently found the boundary. On the bowling front for India Masters, Pawan Negi claimed the crucial wicket of Shaun Marsh, who was stumped for 22 runs.

Second Innings: 

Sachin Tendulkar was the standout performer for India, scoring a brisk 64 runs off just 33 balls, including seven fours and four sixes. However, the rest of the batting lineup faltered, with only Yusuf Pathan (25 runs) and Naman Ojha (19 runs) offering any resistance.

Australia’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Xavier Doherty, who claimed five crucial wickets for just 25 runs in his four overs, effectively dismantling the Indian batting order. All the other bowlers, apart from Nathan Coulter-Nile, took one wicket each for Australia. Despite a promising start, India struggled to build partnerships and ultimately succumbed to the pressure, finishing their innings at a disappointing 174 runs.

India Masters vs Australia Masters Performances & Player of the Match

Shane Watson (India Masters)

• Watson became the first batter to score two centuries in the tournament.
• The skipper scored 110 runs off 52 deliveries for Australia and remained unbeaten.

Ben Dunk (Australia Masters)

• The wicketkeeper-batter has been a consistent run-scorer for Australia.
• He won the Player of the Match award for his innings of 132 runs off 53 deliveries.

Sachin Tendulkar (India Masters)

• Tendulkar was the highest scorer for India.
• He made 64 runs off just 33 deliveries and hit seven fours and four sixes.

Xavier Doherty (India Masters)

• Doherty was the pick of the bowlers for Australia.
• He took five wickets for 25 runs in four overs.

India Masters vs Australia Masters Match Summary

In a dominant display, Australia Masters secured a convincing 95-run victory over India Masters in the ninth match of the tournament. Batting first, Australia posted an impressive 269 runs, with Shane Watson and Ben Dunk leading the charge. 

In response, India faltered, managing only 174 runs despite Sachin Tendulkar’s valiant 64. The Australian bowlers, particularly Xavier Doherty with five wickets for 25 runs, effectively dismantled the Indian batting lineup.