India beat Australia by four wickets to reach Champions Trophy final
DUBAI : India reached the final of the Champions Trophy beating Australia by four wickets in the first semi-final in Dubai on Tuesday.
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"In 2021...": Suryakumar Yadav Reveals Secret Behind Varun Chakravarthy's Success
India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday said mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy has been a different player since his comeback to international cricket, for he has become mentally tougher and plays with a smile on his face. Chakravarthy returned excellent figures of 5/42 in India's convincing victory over New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday, which helped the team to top their group on way to the semifinals of the tournament. "The way he left in 2021 and the way he has come back, there are two different Varun Chakravarthys," Suryakumar, the brand ambassador of Moha, told the media here at an event.
Mohammed Shami Surpasses Harbhajan Singh, Now Behind Sachin Tendulkar For Big ICC Record
India's seasoned seamer Mohammed Shami lived up to his title of 'Mr ICC' and took another step towards extending his era of dominance in the ODI marquee events with a scorching spell on Wednesday. Shami flexed his clinical record in ICC ODI knockout matches in the pulsating Champions Trophysemi-final clash between India and Australia, two cricketing behemoths. He became the third-highest wicket-taker for India after his searing spell rocked Australia and forced the Baggy Greens to bundle out on 264. With another clinical outing, Shami returned with figures of 3/48, taking his tally to 13 scalps in five ICC ODI knockout matches at a staggering average of 19.76.
"Better For Us If...": New Zealand Make Big Hope Ahead Of Champions Trophy Semi-Final vs South Africa
After the New Zealand batters collapsed against a potent Indian spin attack in their previous match, skipper Mitchell Santner has acknowledged the difficulties his side faced in the clash. But he still believes the conditions at the Gaddafi Stadium for their clash with South Africa will not assist spinners as the slower track in Dubai did. The second semifinal of the 2025 Champions Trophy will be an interesting clash, with both teams eyeing their first victory in a limited-overs ICC tournament. The Proteas enter the game with two wins and one no result, whereas New Zealand finished as the runner-up in Group A with convincing victories against Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Virat Kohli Shatters Sachin Tendulkar's Record, Achieves Huge Milestone Against Australia
Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli shattered Sachin Tendulkar's record during the Champions Trophy 2025 encounter against Australia in Dubai on Tuesday. Kohli looked comfortable against the Australia bowlers and was able to score a gritty half-century. Thanks to this knock, he has the most 50-plus scores in ICC ODI tournaments (24) as he went past Sachin's record of 23. India captain Rohit Sharma is currently third with 18 while Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara has 17. Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting holds the fifth position in the illustrious list with 16 50-plus scores.
Gilgeous-Alexander strikes again for rumbling Thunder
MIAMI: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put up his fourth 50-point game of the season as Western Conference leaders the Oklahoma City Thunder marched on with a 137-128 win over the Houston Rockets on Monday.
Umpire Runs For Cover To Avoid Rohit Sharma's Shot. Batter's Reaction Goes Viral - Watch
Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma slammed a powerful shot straight down the ground that ended up making on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney run for cover during the Champions Trophy 2025 encounter against Australia in Dubai on Tuesday. Rohit looked in good touch against the Australia fast bowlers and on the final ball of the sixth over, he produced a brilliant shot straight down the ground off the bowling of Nathan Ellis. The shot came directly towards umpire Gaffaney who jumped to one side in order to avoid getting hit and the commentators were left amused by his reaction. Even Rohit could not help but smile at the incident and his reaction has gone viral on social media.
India Vs Australia | Ind Vs Aus Semifinal Match: Inings Analysis
Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill eye a solid start for India in the record chase of 265 runs in the first semifinal of Champions Trophy in Dubai. If India manage to chase down this target, it could be the highest ever chased against Australia in the knockouts of an ICC event.