Wed Mar 05 17:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Australia Masters Stun India Masters in IMLT20 Thriller

**Vadodara, India** – Australia Masters pulled off a stunning 95-run victory over tournament leaders India Masters in a thrilling match at the BCA Stadium on Wednesday. Centuries from captain Shane Watson (100+) and Ben Dunk (100+) propelled Australia to a massive 270/ in their innings. This total proved too much for India, despite a fighting 64 from Sachin Tendulkar.

Tendulkar’s half-century provided a glimmer of hope for India, but he lacked sufficient support. Xavier Doherty exploited the challenging target, taking a crucial five-wicket haul as India were bowled out for a meager 174. Doherty’s impressive bowling performance overshadowed even the impressive batting display from Watson and Dunk.

The Australian innings was a spectacle of powerful hitting, with Watson and Dunk setting a new tournament record partnership and scoring centuries. India’s bowlers struggled to contain the onslaught, despite late attempts to restrict the scoring.

In response, India’s chase faltered early. While Tendulkar initially showed his class, the rest of the batting lineup failed to deliver the necessary support, succumbing to Doherty’s exceptional spin bowling. The Indian innings was littered with wickets, and they ultimately fell well short of the imposing target.

This win marks Australia Masters’ first victory in the International Masters League T20 (IMLT20) tournament, and a significant upset against the previously undefeated India Masters. The match was a display of both exceptional batting and impressive bowling, leaving spectators on the edge of their seats until the final ball.

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