Dubai, March 4, 2025 – The cricketing world is abuzz as India and Australia gear up for a high-stakes clash in the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The match, set to take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, promises to be a thrilling encounter between two cricketing giants.
Match Details
- Date: March 4, 2025
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Time: 2:30 PM IST (1:00 PM local time)
- Broadcast: Star Sports and Sports18 TV channels in India
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and website
India’s Formidable Run
Team India, led by the charismatic Rohit Sharma, has been in scintillating form throughout the tournament. Dominating the group stage, India won all their matches against Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand, showcasing their prowess in all departments of the game.
star players like Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Varun Chakravarthy delivering match-winning performances, India enters the semi-final as the favorites.
Australia’s Resilience
Australia, captained by Steve Smith, has had a mixed run in the tournament. While their opening match against England was a resounding victory, their subsequent games were washed out due to torrential downpours in Pakistan.
Despite missing key players like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, Australia remains a formidable opponent, known for their resilience and fighting spirit.
Key Players to Watch
For India, the spin quartet of Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, and Ravindra Jadeja will be crucial on the dry Dubai pitch. Their ability to control the game in the middle overs could be the deciding factor.
On the batting front, Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer have been in exceptional form, providing the much-needed stability and aggression at the top.
Australia will rely heavily on their batting lineup, with Steve Smith, Travis Head, and Glenn Maxwell expected to play pivotal roles.
The absence of their star pacers means that the onus will be on their spinners, led by Adam Zampa, to contain the Indian batting juggernaut.
The Rivalry Continues
The India-Australia rivalry is one of the most thrilling in cricket, and this semi-final adds another chapter to their storied history.
India will be looking to avenge their defeat in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, while Australia aims to continue their dominance in ICC knockout matches.
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