Match Summary:
In a thrilling semi-final clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, India defeated Australia by 4 wickets to secure a place in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final. Australia, after winning the toss and opting to bat, set a target of 264 runs. India successfully chased the target in 47.3 overs, thanks to a composed innings from KL Rahul and Virat Kohli.
First Innings: Australia Batting (Aus won the toss and opted for bat)
Batting Performance:
- Star Batter: Steven Smith – 73 runs off 96 balls, 4 fours, 1 six
- Alex Carey provided crucial support with 61 runs off 78 balls.
- Australia managed 264 all out in 49.3 overs.
Bowling Performance:
- Star Bowler: Mohammed Shami – 3 wickets for 48 runs in 10 overs
- Varun Chakravarthy played a key role, taking 2 wickets for 49 runs in 10 overs.
- Ravindra Jadeja picked up 2 wickets, controlling the run flow in the middle overs.
Second Innings: India Batting
Batting Performance:
- Star Batter: Virat Kohli – 84 runs off 98 balls, 6 fours, 2 sixes
- KL Rahul remained unbeaten with 42 runs off 34 balls, hitting 2 fours and 2 sixes to guide India to victory.
- Shreyas Iyer added a steady 45 runs off 62 balls.
Bowling Performance:
- Star Bowler: Adam Zampa – 2 wickets for 60 runs in 10 overs
- Nathan Ellis took 2 wickets for 49 runs in 10 overs, creating pressure in the middle overs.
Match Result:
India won by 4 wickets. A clinical chase led by Kohli and Rahul ensured India’s place in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final.
Player of the Match: Virat Kohli – Match-winning 84 runs off 98 balls
Next Fixture: India will face their final opponent on March 7, 2025, in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final. Stay tuned for the ultimate showdown!