On March 4th, the thrilling match between India vs Australia in Champions Trophy 2025 concluded amidst waves of cheers and chants. India team showed composure and sheer determination to secure a four-wicket win in the 1st semi-final match. This brilliant win propelled India to yet another final in the Champions Trophy, where they await the New Zealand vs. South Africa semi-final winner.
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[Preview] India vs Australia in Champions Trophy 2025
India knock out Australia from #ChampionsTrophy2025
India beat Australia by 4 wickets in Semifinals at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.
Match Summary:
AUS 264 (49.3)
Steven Smith 73
Mohammed Shami 3/48IND 267/6 (48.1)
Virat Kohli 84
Shreyas Iyer 45… pic.twitter.com/DANG5gPlIZ— DD News (@DDNewslive) March 4, 2025
Having won the toss and elected to bat first, Australia posted a fighting total of 264 runs on the board before being bowled out in the 50th over. In response, India chased down the target with 11 balls to spare in the game by reaching the score of 267-6 in the 49th over.
IND vs AUS Highlights in Champions Trophy 2025
Indian openers back in the hut as Ben Dwarshuis and Cooper Connolly strike for Australia in the powerplay.#ChampionsTrophy #INDvAUS ✍️:https://t.co/hFrI2t8AC9 pic.twitter.com/W43VQRCfos
— ICC (@ICC) March 4, 2025
Australian Innings
Australia’s innings began with plays and misses from both the Australian opener Cooper Connolly and Travis Head against the swing of Indian Pacer Mohammed Shami before Cooper Connolly edged one delivery of Shami to the wicketkeeper KL Rahul.
Travis Head unleashes havoc with the willow before Varun Chakaravarthy strikes back for India ⚡
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After Connolly’s wicket, Travis Head opened his arms and started scoring at a good pace against the Indian pacers but his innings was cut short by the introduction of Varun Chakravarthy. Varun Chakravarthy got the better of Travis Head who could only manage to miss-time a lofted short to get caught at Mid-on. Rewatch this important wicket in the Ind vs Aus highlights in Champions Trophy 2025.
After the fall of the second wicket, the experienced middle order batting pair of Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne then steadied the ship. The Australian captain, Steve Smith, played a pivotal role in anchoring the innings from one end with a crafty 73-run innings. Marnus Labuschagne, on the other hand, provided valuable support up till he got trapped in front of the stumps of a delivery of Ravindra Jadeja.
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Josh Inglish joined Steve Smith after the wicket of Labuschagne but wasn’t able to stay on the crease for a long period. With two quick wickets, India turned the tie in their favour. For Australia to come back into the game, it required a steady partner that could help them reach a total beyond 270. Alex Carey came at the crease to join Smith, who from the onset looked hell-bent on scoring freely, which he was able to do for a good period. Partnership between Carey and Smith reached the 50 run mark, 38 runs out of those, came from Carey’s bat.
After being the sheet anchor for the majority of the Australian innings, Steve Smith decided to go after Mohammed Shami to up the scoring rate but lost his wicket in trying to hit a ball over covers, which resulted in the loss of his wicket. Smith’s wicket became a pivotal point in the game as, after Smith’s wicket, the pace at which Australia desired to score runs in the back end of the innings was hampered.
Despite a late surge from Australia’s lower-middle order, the team couldn’t capitalize fully, concluding their innings at 264. This total, while competitive, seemed attainable given India’s batting depth. India’s bowlers maintained consistent pressure. Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, continuing his impressive form, was introduced early into the attack and managed to contain the Australian batsmen effectively. Pacer Mohammed Shami delivered crucial breakthroughs, including the dismissal of Ben Dwarshuis, showcasing his knack for striking at vital moments, enhancing the excitement of the match between India vs Australia in Champions Trophy 2025.
India’s Chase
Chasing a total of 265, which seemed a touch above par on the Dubai Cricket Ground, the Indian innings began on a cautious note as Shubman Gill, on one end, tried to see off the new ball but failed to do so as he chopped one delivery back onto his stumps of Ben Dwarshius.
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The Indian Captain, Rohit Sharma, tried to score freely and got some impetus to the Indian Innings, but with the introduction of spin, Rohit was dismissed. Amidst the pressure of losing quick wickets up top, India’s veteran match winner Virat Kohli emerged as the star of India’s innings while getting into his zone of anchoring the chase. Kohli played a remarkable innings of 84 runs.
The highlight of the masterful innings by Kohli was the sheer volume of runs that he took by running between the wickets; the innings of 84 runs consisted of 50 singles with three doubles. Kohli’s ability to rotate the strike made sure that the scorecard kept ticking. India’s formidable number four Shreyas Iyer complemented Kohli and the duo stitched a formidable partnership in the middle overs before Iyer got cleaned up on a delivery by Adam Zampa just on the cusp of his fifty.
A four & then a huge six to Adam Zampa, KL Rahul is killing this game and deserves so much appreciation for today’s knock. pic.twitter.com/PhHbMFcBVo
— Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) March 4, 2025
As the match progressed, Australia sought breakthroughs to get back into the game; the introduction of both spinners Adam Zampa and debutant Tanveer Sangh aimed to take advantage of any weaknesses in India’s batting. While Zampa managed to maintain a tight line, Sangh faced challenges against experienced Indian batsmen.
Hardik Pandya was caught by Maxwell off Ellis’ bowling for 28 runs off 24 deliveries, hitting 1 four and 3 sixes, at a strike rate of 116.66. #ChampionsTrophy2025 #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/1baxRRLGDq
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After the loss of Kohli’s wicket with the team still needing 40 runs, the arrival of Hardik Pandya at the crease also displayed some nervous moments for India before he smashed Adam Zampa for two sixes in a row to ensure that the game was almost sealed. KL Rahul scored the winning runs by hitting a six of Glenn Maxwell on the first ball of the 49th over while Ravindra Jadeja accompanied him in the middle.
Players with Top Performances
The following players are IND vs AUS highlights in Champions Trophy 2025. Let’s take a look at who they are.
Virat Kohli steadied the India chase in a crucial stand with Shreyas Iyer 👌
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Virat Kohli
Awarded the Player of the Match, Kohli’s 84 was a masterclass in chasing under pressure. His ability to anchor the innings while keeping the required run rate in check was pivotal to India’s success.
Steven Smith
His 73 runs were the backbone of Australia’s innings, showcasing his experience and skill in navigating challenging conditions.
3-fer for Mohammad Shami in semi final vs Australia
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Mohammed Shami
With crucial wickets at vital junctures, Shami’s spell ensured Australia couldn’t accelerate as desired during the death overs.
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KL Rahul
His composed 36* under pressure highlighted his temperament and finishing prowess, ensuring India crossed the finish line without further hiccups.
[Match Strategy] India vs Australia in Champions Trophy 2025
Australia’s decision to bat first was influenced by the dry and cracked nature of the pitch, anticipating it would deteriorate and offer more assistance to spinners in the second innings. This strategy aimed to capitalize on batting-friendly conditions early on and then leverage their spin attack to pressure India’s chase.
India, on the other hand, fielded an unchanged XI, reflecting confidence in their balanced lineup. The inclusion of three frontline spinners, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Varun Chakravarthy and Azar Patel, was a tactical move to exploit the pitch conditions, which paid dividends by restricting Australia’s total.
Turning Points
- Wickets at crucial intervals: Australia’s inability to build sustainable partnerships due to wickets falling at regular intervals allowed India to dictate terms with their spinners during the middle overs.
- Kohli-Iyer Partnership: Their steadying stand not only stabilized India’s innings but also ensured the required run rate remained manageable, setting the platform for the final assault.
- Pandya’s Cameo: Despite his brief stay, Pandya’s aggressive approach added momentum to India’s chase, making sure that the game was sealed in India’s favour without any late twists.
Conclusion
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India vs Australia in Champions Trophy 2025 match turned out to be a sweet revenge for India’s World Final Loss in 2023. The Indian team will be eagerly watching the NZ vs SA semi-final match to find out who they will be playing in the finals on 9th March 2025. Team India have one hand on the trophy, will they claim their third Champions Trophy title? Let us know your thoughts!
Related Match
2025 ICC Champions Trophy 1st Semi-Final ODI India vs Australia on 03/04 at 02:30 PM IST.
