The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has reached its semi-final stage, with India set to face Australia on March 4 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The match will commence at 2:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
- Match Date: March 4, 2025
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
- Start Time: 2:30 PM IST
India has showcased exceptional form throughout the tournament, securing victories in all their group matches. Their recent win against New Zealand, highlighted by spinner Varun Chakravarthy’s five-wicket haul, underscores their dominance. This performance has solidified their position as favorites in the upcoming semi-final.
Australia, under the leadership of Steve Smith, has demonstrated resilience and strategic prowess. Smith’s journey from past controversies to leading his team to the semi-finals is noteworthy. Despite facing challenges, including weather disruptions leading to match abandonments, Australia secured their semi-final berth.
India’s Road to the Semi-Finals:
- Group Stage Performance:
- Victory against Bangladesh by 6 wickets.
- Triumph over arch-rivals Pakistan by 6 wickets.
- A convincing win against New Zealand by 44 runs.
Australia’s Road to the Semi-Finals:
- Group Stage Performance:
- Win against England by 5 wickets.
- Match against South Africa abandoned due to rain.
- No result in the game against Afghanistan due to weather conditions.
Head-to-Head in ICC Knockout Matches:
Historically, Australia’s dominance in ICC tournaments is evident. In recent years, India and Australia have clashed four times in knockout stages since 2010, with India emerging victorious only once.
Players to Watch:
- India:
- Varun Chakravarthy: The mystery spinner’s recent five-wicket haul against New Zealand has added a new dimension to India’s bowling attack.
- Rohit Sharma: The captain’s leadership and batting prowess have been instrumental in India’s success.
- Australia:
- Steve Smith: The captain’s experience and recent form make him a crucial player for Australia.
- Adam Zampa: The leg-spinner’s ability to exploit spin-friendly conditions could be pivotal.
Venue Insights:
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has been a fortress for India in this tournament. The spin-friendly pitches have suited their bowling attack, especially spinners like Chakravarthy. Australia, however, has been proactive, arriving early in Dubai to acclimate to the conditions, indicating their strategic approach to the semi-final.
Broadcast and Streaming Information:
Fans can catch the live action on the Star Sports Network, with streaming available on the Disney+ Hotstar platform. The match starts at 2:30 PM IST.
The semi-final clash between India and Australia promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams have showcased resilience and skill throughout the tournament. While India’s recent form and familiarity with the Dubai conditions give them an edge, Australia’s strategic preparations and rich history in ICC tournaments make them formidable opponents. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await this high-stakes match.
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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
