We’re back, and this time, we mean business! Team India has roared into the Champions Trophy 2025 final, brushing aside arch-rival Australia in the first semi-final in Dubai.
Australia, our age-old nemesis in knockout matches, has tormented us in the past, crushing our dreams on big stages. But this time, they ran into a cool, composed, and battle-hardened Team India, led by Captain Rohit Sharma—a man who knows how to rise on the biggest occasions.
🟡 Australia Wins the Toss, But India Wins the Game!Champions Trophy 2025
Put into bat first, Australia huffed and puffed their way to 264 in 49.3 overs. The writing was already on the wall when they failed to last the full 50 overs!
💥 Travis Head tried to set the tone with his usual explosive start, but he was sent packing by Varun Chakaravarthy, who delivered the breakthrough India needed.
🏏 Steve Smith held the innings together with a fighting 73, proving once again why he’s a master of spin.
⚡ Alex Carey chipped in with a handy 61, but his adventure was cut short by a moment of absolute brilliance from Shreyas Iyer, who lit up Dubai with a stunning direct-hit run-out!
🔥 Australia’s final tally came off the back of 21 fours and 8 sixes, but a slow Dubai pitch meant that 264 was defendable—but not unbeatable.
On the bowling front, India delivered a clinical performance:
✅ Mohammed Shami – 3 wickets (because big matches and Shami go hand in hand!)
✅ Varun Chakaravarthy & Ravindra Jadeja – 2 wickets each
✅ Brilliant mid-overs chokehold that restricted Australia’s run flow
🇮🇳 India’s Chase – A Clinical Masterclass!
Chasing 265 on Dubai’s tricky pitch was never done before, but records are meant to be broken!
🔥 India started strong, racing to 30 runs in 4.5 overs before Shubman Gill (8) fell victim to Ben Dwarshuis.
💥 Rohit Sharma, in his signature style, took charge with his aggressive batting, surviving a couple of dropped chances but managing 28 runs before being dismissed.
But here’s where the game was won in the middle overs!
🛡️ Virat Kohli (84) and Shreyas Iyer (45) stitched a match-defining partnership, calmly dismantling Australia’s bowling attack. They didn’t just chase runs; they milked the bowlers, ensuring India always stayed ahead.
As the finish line approached, the final flourish came from:
⚡ Axar Patel (27), KL Rahul (42), and Hardik Pandya (28)—who wrapped up the chase with 12 balls to spare!
🇮🇳 A WIN WRAPPED IN SWEET REVENGE!
This wasn’t just any win—this was payback for the 2023 World Cup final heartbreak! Australia had shattered our unbeaten streak and lifted the trophy back then. This time, we ensured their exit ticket from the Champions Trophy!
But wait, the impact of this win doesn’t stop here. Pakistan, the official host of the tournament, just lost the final match to their soil! Since India has booked a final spot, the title clash will now be held in Dubai, not in Pakistan!
Now, all eyes are on the second semi-final—South Africa vs. New Zealand. Who will join India in the grand finale?
Team India – Hip Hip Hurrah! The hunt for the trophy continues! 🇮🇳🏆🔥
