Dubai: India secured a four-wicket victory over Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, successfully chasing 265 after bowling Australia out for 264.
Key Performances, Virat Kohli anchored the innings with a vital 84, steadying India after early setbacks, Hardik Pandya provided a late flourish, keeping India on track and KL Rahul sealed the win in style, smashing a six off Glenn Maxwell.
Australia, opting to bat first under Steve Smith's leadership, struggled to build momentum and were bowled out with three balls to spare. India's spinners played a crucial role in restricting their total.
In response, India faced early pressure but Kohli’s resilience and Pandya’s aggression guided them to victory. This win is particularly significant as India looks to avenge their 2023 ODI World Cup final defeat to Australia.
India now advances to the Champions Trophy final, where they will face either South Africa or New Zealand on Sunday, aiming to cap off their unbeaten run with the title.
With anticipation building for the grand finale, cricket fans worldwide await another thrilling showdown in Dubai.
