Champions Trophy Semi-Final Update: India vs Australia: Kohli & Iyer Steady Chase After Rohit’s Dismissal

India Need 194 Runs From 36 Overs to Win After Restricting Australia to 264

March 4, 2025: Dubai: India’s chase of 265 runs in the Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final against Australia is underway, with Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer stabilizing the innings after early blows. Captain Rohit Sharma (28) and Shubman Gill (8) departed within the first 8 overs, leaving India at 55/2 after 10 overs.

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Current Score: 71/2 in 14 Overs

Kohli: 16 (24)

Sheyas: 17 (20)

Zampa 0-3 (1 over)

Connolly: 1-17 (4)

Earlier, Mohammed Shami (3/48), Varun Chakravarthy (2/42), and Ravindra Jadeja (2/39) led India’s disciplined bowling effort to bundle out Australia for 264 in 49.3 overs. Steve Smith (73), Alex Carey (61), and Travis Head (39) were the key contributors for the Aussies.

With 210 runs needed off 240 balls, India will rely on Kohli, Iyer, and the middle order to steer them to victory. Stay tuned for LIVE updates from the Dubai International Stadium!

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