India and Australia are currently facing off in the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai. Mohammed Shami opened the bowling for India, producing a solid first over while Travis Head presented an early challenge. India has opted for a spin-heavy lineup, including Varun Chakravarthy, while leaving out pacer Harshit Rana. Australia won the toss and elected to bat first. Both teams carry momentum from past successes, with Australia having dominated recent knockout matches against India. The winner will face either South Africa or New Zealand in the final. Follow the live updates for score and insights.
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India vs Australia Semi-Final Champions Trophy 2025 LIVE Updates: Mohammed Shami delivered a solid first over, nearly claiming a wicket with a half-chance to dismiss the threatening Travis Head. The Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai kicked off between India and Australia. In a surprising move, India chose to retain Varun Chakravarthy in their playing XI, opting to exclude pace bowler Harshit Rana. Historically, Australia has outperformed India in their last two major knockout encounters, winning the 2023 World Test Championship final and the ODI World Cup final. The winner of today’s match will proceed to face either South Africa or New Zealand in the final on Sunday. (LIVE SCORECARD)
Live Updates: India vs Australia Semi-Final ICC Champions Trophy 2025 from Dubai –
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March04202514:41 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Strong start from Hardik
Hardik bowled some excellent deliveries, challenging Head and forcing six dots from the aggressive left-hander. Only one run came from that over due to a wide ball.
AUS 3/0 (2)
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March04202514:36 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Steady opening!
Team India has made a good start, allowing only 2 runs in the first over, while Connolly has yet to score. Hardik Pandya has taken the new ball from the other end and begins with a wide delivery.
AUS 3/0 (1)
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March04202514:34 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: OPPORTUNITY!
Travis Head nearly edges one, and Shami attempts to take the catch but fails to hold on. A potential opening for Team India.
On the next delivery, Head defends sharply as it comes back in.
AUS 1/0 (0.2)
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March04202514:32 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Mohammed Shami starts the bowling!
Shami begins with an outswinger, drifting away from Travis Head. It’s called wide.
AUS 1/0 (0.1)
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March04202514:29 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Opening Pair!
As anticipated, Travis Head opens with Cooper Connolly, new to the format, to face the bowlers alongside him.
A thrilling moment for the young opener.
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March04202514:25 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: India vs Travis Head
Travis Head has been a formidable opponent for India in key matches, like the WTC Final, CWC Final, and BGT. The priority for Shami and Hardik is to eliminate Head early.
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March04202514:22 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Key changes for Australia
Jake Fraser-McGurk remains out of the Australia XI, with Cooper Connolly joining the squad directly for this match. Tanveer Sangha is also in the mix, partnering Adam Zampa, while Glenn Maxwell and Travis Head can offer additional spin options.
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March04202514:21 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Four spinners for India
The Indian lineup includes Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, and Axar Patel, providing a dynamic spin attack. Team India is counting on their key strength today!
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March04202514:17 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Confident India
India enters today’s match with a confidence boost, having won 6 consecutive ODIs. They prevailed in both run chases during the Champions Trophy 2025.
All of India’s top order has been in fine form, making them the favorites for this match.
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March04202514:14 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: 14 consecutive toss losses!
Team India has now lost 14 tosses in a row, marking an unbelievable statistic.
Rohit Sharma remarked, “When in two minds, it’s better to lose the toss,” indicating his uncertainty about batting or bowling. India will bowl first today.
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March04202514:08 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: India’s Line-Up
Here’s India’s XI against Australia:
Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy.
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March04202514:08 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Australia’s Line-Up
Here’s Australia’s XI against India:
Cooper Connolly, Travis Head, Steven Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Tanveer Sangha.
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March04202514:07 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: No Harshit Rana! Varun playing
Team India has retained the same XI from the New Zealand match. Varun Chakravarthy, following his five-wicket haul, remains in the lineup while Harshit Rana is left out.
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March04202514:04 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: More spin for Australia
Cooper Connolly has been included in the Australian XI, along with Tanveer Sangha as a spin option, replacing injured Spencer Johnson. The focus on spin is apparent!
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March04202514:03 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: AUSTRALIA WINS TOSS
Australia won the toss and opted to bat first! India will chase!
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March04202514:00 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: “Looks good for spinners”
Michael Atherton and Ramiz Raja suggest “Win the toss, bat first” in their pitch report. They indicate that the track has several cracks, favorable for spinners.
Is Varun Chakravarthy now a guarantee?
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March04202513:54 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Getting ready for toss!
We are just 5 minutes away from the toss in Dubai! The stakes are high for India vs Australia, and the excitement is palpable.
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March04202513:47 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Selection conundrum for Australia
Australia faces significant selection challenges. Opener Matt Short is out with an injury, prompting Cooper Connolly’s inclusion in the 15-man squad.
Will Jake Fraser-McGurk make an appearance in today’s match?
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March04202513:41 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: ‘Fat-shaming’ row involving Rohit
Rohit Sharma has found himself in the midst of a body-shaming controversy from politicians just a day before the semi-final match. This unwarranted attention should not interfere with Team India’s preparedness.
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March04202513:25 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Will Harshit Rana be dropped?
If Harshit Rana is not included, it’s unfortunate for the young pacer, who performed impressively with 4 wickets in two games despite his relative inexperience.
While he provides quality with the old ball, the question remains whether Varun’s skills outweigh that. A challenging decision ahead for Rohit, Gambhir, and their team.
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March04202513:23 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Should Varun Chakravarthy play?
Varun Chakravarthy was a late inclusion to India’s 15-man Champions Trophy squad, but he has made his mark. One game, five wickets – a stellar performance against New Zealand. Ex-selector Sarandeep Singh insists he must play.
“It’s crucial to give Varun a chance. Australia’s middle order doesn’t handle spin well. With Jadeja, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav playing well, a combination with Varun could pose a challenge for Australia,” he stated.
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March04202513:21 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Major selection question for Team India
The big question: Will Varun Chakravarthy take the field? Will Harshit Rana regain his place in the XI? Are Kuldeep Yadav or Ravindra Jadeja at risk of being left out?
It’s a significant debate, and India must make a tough choice that could have far-reaching implications.
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March04202513:10 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: All eyes on Kohli
Star batter Virat Kohli marked his 300th ODI for India against New Zealand with a modest score of 11. He will be eager to bounce back against Australia in the semi-finals, having previously showcased fiery form with a century against Pakistan.
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March04202512:49 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: Limited spin options for Australia
Australia fields only one genuine spinner, Adam Zampa, depending on part-timers Glenn Maxwell and Travis Head for additional assistance. With Matthew Short sidelined by a calf injury, the Australian bowling lineup lacks depth in spin options.
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March04202512:46 (IST)
IND vs AUS LIVE: India’s potent spin attack
The Indian spin quartet of Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, and Axar Patel took nine wickets against New Zealand, consistently applying pressure that led to their impressive performance. They delivered 128 dot balls over 39 overs, restricting the Kiwis and resulting in crucial wickets, including one of Kane Williamson through stumping by KL Rahul during a desperate attempt against Axar.
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March04202512:36 (IST)
Champions Trophy 2025 LIVE: Injury replacement for Australia
Australia has called up spin-bowling all-rounder Cooper Connolly to replace the injured opener Matt Short in their Champions Trophy squad. Short suffered a quad injury against Afghanistan and was unable to recover for the knockout stages, enforcing Australia to make this modification.
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March04202512:29 (IST)
Ind vs AUS Live: Varun Chakravarthy’s impactful debut
With India selecting a spin-focused team designed for Dubai’s slower conditions, questions arose about whether they included too many spinners. However, Sunday validated that choice, as Varun Chakravarthy—an inexperienced 50-over bowler—could become a pivotal factor in the match.
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March04202512:22 (IST)
Champions Trophy 2025 Live: Kamran Akmal’s humorous suggestion to India
Former Pakistan batter Kamran Akmal advised Team India to wear an orange jersey instead of blue to avoid being overwhelmed by Australia’s Travis Head. Since 2023, Head has been a significant challenge for India across all formats. Notably, he performed brilliantly for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024 against Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, both of whom wear blue jerseys.
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March04202512:10 (IST)
Champions Trophy 2025 Live: Australia’s success in ICC knockouts
The previous two knockout encounters between India and Australia resulted in victories for Australia, as they won both the 2023 World Test Championship final and the ODI World Cup final.
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March04202511:59 (IST)
Champions Trophy 2025 Live: Australia’s impressive Group Stage journey
Australia demonstrated resilience throughout their campaign, showcasing depth and mental strength despite missing key players. Their journey began with a record chase against England, highlighted by Josh Inglis’s stunning unbeaten 120 that led to a thrilling victory in Lahore. Rain disrupted subsequent matches, leading to an abandoned game against South Africa and a rain-affected no-result against Afghanistan, yet they successfully advanced to the semi-finals.
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March04202511:56 (IST)
India vs Australia Semi-Final, Live: India’s undefeated run in Group Stage
India dominated during the tournament, completing the group stage without defeat. They started with a six-wicket victory over Bangladesh, followed by a strong performance against arch-rivals Pakistan, where Virat Kohli’s remarkable century secured a six-wicket win in a 241-run chase. Against New Zealand, India faced a tough challenge, but Shreyas Iyer’s 79 led them to 249/9, and Varun Chakravarthy’s five-wicket haul secured a comfortable victory, confirming their spot in the semi-finals.
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March04202511:39 (IST)
India vs Australia Semi-Final, Live: Welcome
Welcome to our live coverage of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, featuring the first semi-final match between India and Australia at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Stay tuned for all the latest updates.
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