Opener Aaron Finch scored a sparkling century to guide Australia to a massive target of 348 runs against India in the fourth ODI of the five-match series being played at the Manuka Oval here on Wednesday.
Australia opted to bat first and Finch smashed nine boundaries and two sixes in his 107 off 107 balls to put his side in the driver's seat.
The 29-year-old was well supported by opener David Warner (93).
Skipper Steve Smith and Glenn Maxwell scored 51 and 41 respectively. The Australians scored 348 for the loss of 8 wickets.
For India, Ishant Sharma and Umesh Yadav bagged three wickets each. Finch and Warner shared a 187-run opening stand.
Australia have an unassailable three-nil lead in the five-match series.
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