India (IND) are set to clash against Australia (AUS) in the first semi final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, March 4.
This marks their first ICC knockout battle since Australia’s dominating victory in the 2023 World Cup final. Looking at the records, Australia has dominated ICC events throughout, and India will be eager to change that perspective. In knockout matches since 2010, India have beaten Australia just once in four clashes.
As for the ongoing tourbnament, India have been consistent in the tournament maintaining the form, topping their group with three straight wins. With both teams eyeing a win in the do-or-die clash, one could expect a thrilling contest between the renowned rivals.
Match Details
Match
India vs Australia, Semi-Final 1, Champions Trophy 2025
Venue
Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
Date & Time
Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 2:30 PM (IST)
Live Broadcast and Streaming Details
Sports18 / Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (app & website)
Pitch Report
The Dubai International Stadium is expected to favour the spinners. The batters will to have to pace the innings in the beginning as batting becomes more challenging as the game goes on. The team winning the toss might opt to bowl first.
Also Check: IND vs AUS Live Score, Semi-Final 1
Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played
151
Won by India
57
Won by Australia
84
Tied
00
No Result
10
First-ever Fixture
06 Dec, 1980
Most-recent Fixture
19 Nov, 2023
IND vs AUS Predicted Playing 11
India (IND):
Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy
Australia (AUS):
Josh Inglis (wk), Travis Head, Steve Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Cooper Connolly, Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Adam Zampa, Nathan Ellis, Tanveer Sangha
Also Check: IND vs AUS Dream11 Prediction, Semi-Final 1
IND vs AUS Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter: Travis Head
Travis Head has been a batter to lookout for in ODIs, showcasing impeccable adaptability and aggressionn. His ability to guide the innings and bring momemtum when needed makes him a key threat against India. With an enviable record against the Men in Blue, including his 2023 ODI World Cup final heroics, Head is the biggest X-factory, likely to give Australia an upper hand. His recent form and dominance against top bowling attacks make him a probable best batter against India.
Also Check: Champions Trophy 2025 Most Runs
Probable Best Bowler: Varun Chakravarthy

Varun Chakravarthy’s exciting Champions Trophy debut saw him claim a match-winning five wickets for 42 runs against New Zealand, propelling India to a 44-run victory and securing their top spot in Group A. The performance was the best by an Indian debutant in the tournament, showing his potential as a key spin bowler in the high-stakes semi-final against Australia.
Also Check: IND vs AUS Stats Preview, Semi-Final 1
Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing win the match

Scenario 1:
India win the toss and opt to bowl first
PP score: 45-50
AUS: 255-260
India win the match
Scenario 2:
Australia win the toss and opt to bowl first
PP score: 50-55
IND: 260-265
Australia win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision
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