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Dubai: India have booked their place in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final, defeating Australia by four wickets in a high-pressure semi-final chase at the Dubai International Stadium. This marks India’s record fifth Champions Trophy final appearance (2000, 2002, 2013, 2017, and 2025).
Chase Summary:
- Early Jolts: India lost Shubman Gill (8) and Rohit Sharma (21) early, but a solid partnership between Virat Kohli (84) and Shreyas Iyer (48) steadied the innings.
- Middle-Order Resilience: After Iyer’s dismissal, Axar Patel (13) fell at a crucial moment, but KL Rahul (58) and Hardik Pandya (28) ensured India stayed on track.*
- Nervy Finish: With 27 needed off 24 balls, Pandya’s quickfire hitting brought India closer before KL Rahul sealed the win with a massive six.
Key Moments:
- Virat Kohli’s masterful 84 off 98 balls anchored the chase.
- Hardik Pandya’s late flourish (28 off 24) accelerated India’s victory push.
- KL Rahul’s calm finishing touch saw India home with a massive six.
What’s Next?
India will face the winner of New Zealand vs South Africa in the grand final. Can the Men in Blue clinch their third ICC Champions Trophy title? Stay tuned for the finale!
