India vs Australia: High-stakes Champions Trophy semifinal today

Dubai gears up for a thrilling clash as Team India takes on Australia in the first semifinal of the Champions Trophy 2025. With memories of the 2023 ODI World Cup final defeat still fresh, Rohit Sharma’s men are eager to settle the score against the Aussies.

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India’s strength and challenge

India's batting has been both a strength and a concern. In the group stage, different batters stepped up in each match against Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand. If the top and middle order fire together, India’s chances will significantly improve.

Spin-friendly Dubai pitch

Having played all their matches on the slow, low Dubai surface, Team India is well-versed with the conditions. The pitch is known to favor spinners, and India is expected to bolster its attack with four frontline spinners to counter Australia’s power-packed batting.

Australia’s batting firepower

Under Steve Smith’s leadership, Australia has showcased dominant batting performances, including a stunning chase of 351 against England. Their batting depth remains a major threat, and India must neutralize their top order to gain control of the match.

With a spot in the final at stake, both teams will leave no stone unturned. Will India avenge their World Cup heartbreak, or will Australia continue their dominance? All eyes are on Dubai for this high-voltage semifinal.