India and Australia are set to clash in the semi-final of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy on March 4 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. These two cricket giants have a long history of fierce battles in ICC tournaments. Let’s explore their head-to-head record across different ICC competitions.
- Australia leads the overall ICC head-to-head record (12 wins vs. 11 losses).
- India has performed better in ICC T20 World Cups, winning 4 out of 6 matches.
- Australia has dominated the ODI World Cup, winning 9 out of 14 matches.
- India holds an edge in ICC knockout matches, with 4 wins and 4 losses.
India vs Australia in ICC ODI World Cup
The ODI World Cup is the most prestigious tournament in cricket. India and Australia have faced each other 14 times in this competition. Australia has won 9 times, while India has won 5 times.
- Their first meeting was in 1983, where Australia won by 162 runs.
- In 2003, the teams met in the final, with Australia securing a 125-run victory.
- Their most recent clash was in the 2023 World Cup final, where Australia chased down India’s 240-run target in 43 overs. Travis Head starred with a match-winning 137 runs off 120 balls.
India vs Australia in ICC Champions Trophy
The Champions Trophy has witnessed four encounters between India and Australia.
- In 1998, India won by 44 runs, thanks to Sachin Tendulkar’s 141.
- Their last match in 2009 was abandoned due to rain.
- Overall, India has won 2 matches, Australia has won 1, and 1 match was a no-result.
India vs Australia in ICC T20 World Cup
India and Australia have met six times in the T20 World Cup.
- India won the 2007 semifinal before lifting the trophy.
- In 2016, Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 82 led India to victory in a crucial group-stage match.
- Their last meeting was in 2024, where Rohit Sharma’s 92 off 41 balls helped India score 205/5, leading to a 24-run victory.
India’s Overall Record Against Australia in ICC Events
Here’s a breakdown of their overall ICC record:
| Competition | Matches | Wins | Losses | Draws/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICC World Cup | 14 | 5 | 9 | 0/0 |
| ICC Champions Trophy | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0/1 |
| ICC T20 World Cup | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0/0 |
| Total | 24 | 11 | 12 | 0/1 |
India’s Record Against Australia in ICC Knockout Matches
Knockout matches bring the most intense battles. India and Australia have met in eight ICC knockout matches.
| Competition | Matches | Wins | Losses | Draws/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICC World Cup | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0/0 |
| ICC Champions Trophy | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0/0 |
| ICC T20 World Cup | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0/0 |
| ICC World Test Championship Final | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0/0 |
| Total | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0/0 |
India and Australia have a rich history of intense battles in ICC events. While Australia has been dominant in ODI World Cups, India has shown strength in shorter formats and knockout matches. With the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy semifinal approaching, cricket fans are set for another thrilling contest.
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
Pakistan vs New Zealand - 1st Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs India - 2nd Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs South Africa - 3rd Match, Group B | Australia vs England - 4th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs India - 5th Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs New Zealand - 6th Match, Group A | Australia vs South Africa - 7th Match, Group B | Afghanistan vs England - 8th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs Bangladesh - 9th Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs Australia - 10th Match, Group B | England vs South Africa - 11th Match, Group B | New Zealand vs India - 12th Match, Group A | TBA vs TBA, 1st Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, 2nd Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, Final |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Teams
PAKISTAN | NEW ZEALAND | BANGLADESH | INDIA | AFGHANISTAN | SOUTH AFRICA | AUSTRALIA | ENGLAND
