IND Vs AUS Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinal: India’s Historic Chase In Dubai

In a thrilling Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal, India achieved a remarkable run chase against Australia at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Australia, led by stand-in captain Steve Smith, set a challenging target of 265 runs after opting to bat first. Despite the spinner-friendly pitch, India successfully chased the target and secured a place in the final.

India chased down 265 runs, becoming one of the top teams with a successful chase in Dubai.
Sri Lanka holds the record for the highest run chase in Dubai (287/8 against Pakistan in 2013).
Only four teams have chased targets of 250+ successfully in Dubai.

Top 10 Highest Successful Run Chases in ODIs at Dubai

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has seen some of the toughest run chases in ODIs. Below is the list of the top 10 highest successful run chases at this venue:

Team	Score	Target	Opponent	Year
Sri Lanka	287/8	285	Pakistan	2013
Pakistan	275/9	275	South Africa	2010
Namibia	266/5	266	Oman	2022
India	267/6	265	Australia	2025
Pakistan	250/7	247	New Zealand	2014
India	244/4	242	Pakistan	2025
England	241/6	238	Pakistan	2012
India	238/1	238	Pakistan	2018
India	231/4	229	Bangladesh	2025
Scotland	226/8	226	Oman	2022

India’s Chase Against Australia: A Game-Changing Performance

India’s successful 267/6 chase against Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy semifinal is among the top 5 highest chases in Dubai. The match saw top-order contributions, smart partnerships, and calculated stroke play against Australia’s bowling attack. This victory not only secured India’s place in the final but also added another historic moment to India’s ODI records in Dubai.

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Why Dubai is a Tough Venue for Run Chases

Spin-friendly pitch: The slow surface benefits spinners, making it tough for batters.
Dew factor: Evening matches sometimes favor teams batting second.
Low-scoring history: Dubai has witnessed few successful high chases due to its challenging conditions.

India’s Record Chases at Dubai

India has been successful in three major run chases in Dubai:

2025: 267/6 vs Australia (Champions Trophy Semifinal)
2025: 244/4 vs Pakistan
2018: 238/1 vs Pakistan

India’s win against Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy semifinal is now among the most memorable chases in Dubai’s ODI history. With this victory, India once again proves its ability to perform under pressure. The final showdown is now highly anticipated, and fans eagerly await another thrilling contest.

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