India Beats Australia to Enter ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final | Kohli Shines

Date: 05-mar-2025

India Beats Australia to Enter ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final

India vs Australia Semi-Final Highlights

India secured a thrilling 4-wicket victory over Australia in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final held in Dubai on March 4. With this win, India advances to the final, where they will face the winner of the New Zealand vs South Africa match.

Match Summary

Australia batted first and set a target of 264 runs, with Steve Smith scoring 73 and Alex Carey contributing 61. India's chase was led by Virat Kohli, who played a match-winning 84-run knock. KL Rahul's unbeaten 42 ensured India's smooth finish.

Key Highlights of the Match

• Australia’s Innings: 264 runs in 50 overs
• Top Scorers: Steve Smith (73), Alex Carey (61)
• India’s Bowling Star: Mohammed Shami (3/48)
• India’s Chase: 268/6 in 48.1 overs
• Top Scorers: Virat Kohli (84), KL Rahul (42*)
• Winning Moment: KL Rahul’s boundary in the 49th over

Virat Kohli’s Impactful Performance

Despite tricky pitch conditions in Dubai, Virat Kohli showed his class, anchoring the innings with a steady 84 off 98 balls. His partnership with Shreyas Iyer (45) played a crucial role in stabilizing India's chase.

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What’s Next for Team India?

India will now face the winner of the New Zealand vs South Africa semi-final in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final, scheduled to take place in Dubai.

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