Champions Trophy 2025: IND vs AUS In Semi-Finals Again, Can Team India Avenge Their ODI World Cup 2023 Loss

India will take on Australia in the first semi-final of the Champions Trophy in Dubai on Tuesday. Meanwhile, New Zealand will face South Africa in the second semi-final in Lahore on Wednesday. Both matches are set to begin at 2:30 PM IST.

Varun Chakravarthy Shines in India’s Victory Over New Zealand
India secured their semi-final spot with a dominant 44-run win over New Zealand in Dubai. The star of the match was Varun Chakravarthy, who delivered a stunning spell of 5-42— the best bowling performance in the tournament so far. His heroics ensured India topped Group A, setting up a much-anticipated clash with Australia in the knockout stage.

Match Highlights: India vs New Zealand
India posted a competitive total of 249/9 in 50 overs, thanks to a crucial 79-run knock by Shreyas Iyer. In response, New Zealand struggled against India’s bowling attack and were bowled out for 205 in 45.3 overs, with debutant Chakravarthy weaving his magic with the ball.

Champions Trophy Semi-Final Fixtures
India vs Australia – 1st Semi-Final (March 4, 2:30 PM IST, Dubai)
New Zealand vs South Africa – 2nd Semi-Final (March 5, 2:30 PM IST, Lahore)

India vs Australia: A Rivalry for the Ages
The last time India faced Australia in a major ICC knockout match was the 2023 ODI World Cup final in Ahmedabad. Despite an unbeaten run leading into the final, India’s dream of lifting the trophy was crushed by Australia, who secured a six-wicket victory. Pat Cummins led the Australian bowling attack, restricting India to just 240 runs, before Travis Head’s match-winning 137 took Australia home.

A Shot at Redemption for Team India
The heartbreak of November 19, 2023, still lingers, but India now has a golden opportunity to turn the tables. Rohit Sharma and his team will look to break their ICC knockout curse against Australia and book a place in the Champions Trophy final. Can India rewrite history and get the revenge they seek? The stage is set for a thrilling contest in Dubai.