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Australia beats Sri Lanka by six wickets in fourth T20 international at MCG

Glenn Maxwell top-scored again with 48 off 39 balls as Australia went 4-0 up in the five-match series against Sri Lanka.  (Getty Images: Darrian Traynor)

Australia has continued its winning streak, beating Sri Lanka by six wickets at the MCG to lead the five-match T20 international series 4-0.

The home side restricted Sri Lanka to 8-139 from their 20 overs, as Jhye and Kane Richardson took two wickets each.

Australia was rarely troubled in the chase, thanks to 40 from Josh Inglis and a top score of 48 off 39 balls from Glenn Maxwell.

The final game of the series is at the MCG on Sunday.

More to come.

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