India’s road to the ICC 2025 Champions Trophy final was nothing short of thrilling! With this event attracting millions of viewers on this event.
But how did India manage to overcome tough challenges and some of the most determined opponents on their way to the final? Dive into this match-by-match post analysis of India’s campaign as we explore their game changing moments, strategies, and heroic performances that saw them triumph.
India and Australia Starting XI
India had the following players as their starting 11 in their match against Australia:
- Rohit Sharma
- Shubman Gill
- Viral Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- Axar Patel
- KL Rahul
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Mohammed Shami
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Varun Chakravarthy
Australia, on the other hand started the following eleven players on their side:
- Tanveer Sangha
- Adam Zampa
- Nathan Ellis
- Ben Dwarshuis
- Glenn Maxwell
- Alex Carey
- John Inglis
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Steven Smith
- Travies Head
- Cooper Connolly
Group Stage Matches: India vs. Bangladesh (February 20th, 2025)
India began their ICC Cricket Championship Trophy 2025 campaign against Bangladesh, a match played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Batting first, Bangladesh was bowled out for 228 runs in 49.4 overs.
In the BAN vs IND match, Towhid Hridoy scored a century, with Indian pacer Shami Mohammed delivering a spectacular performance to claim 5 wickets for 53 runs. With this, he became the quickest to 200 ODI wickets by balls bowled.
In response to the above, led by Shubman Gill, India chased down the target in 46.3 overs to secure a 6-wicket victory.
India vs. Pakistan (February 23, 2025)
Pakistan have always been India’s arch-rivals, and during this meeting, it was time for India to showcase their dominance. Batting first, Pakistan was bowled out 241 runs, with Virat Kohli’s fielding seeing him take two crucial catches to surpass a record earlier held by Mohammad Azharuddin.
Kohli wasn’t finished yet as he went ahead to anchor the chase with an unbeaten 100, thereby guiding his country to a six-wicket win in 42.3 overs.
Kohli’s unbeaten 100 marked his 51st in ODIs, making him the fastest player to achieve 14,000 runs, and achieving the milestone in 287 innings, thereby surpassing Tendulkar’s record of 350 innings.
India vs. New Zealand (March 2nd, 2025)
On their way to the final, India faced New Zealand in their final group stage event, with India opting to bat first. With that, they registered 249/9 in 50 overs. It was a good day for New Zealand’s Matt Henry, delivering an outstanding performance by taking 5 wickets for 42 runs.
India didn’t just sit back. In response, New Zealand were bowled out by India for 204 runs, with India’s spinner Varun Chakravarthy claiming a 5-wicket haul (5/42). In other words, this run of victory saw India topping group A, setting up the AUS vs IND semifinal.
Semi-Final: Australia vs. India (March 4th, 2025)
The AUS vs IND semi-final was undoubtedly a testament of India’s tactical acumen and resilience. Batting first, Australia was bowled out for 246 runs in 49.3 overs, Steve Smith contributing to his team’s remarkable 73 runs.
Mohammed Shami was helpful with the ball, managing to take 3 wickets for 48 runs. In their pursuit of 265, India faced some early opposition though they steadied their innings with a pivotal 84-run knock for Virat Kohli.
Supported by notable contributions from Hardik Pandya (28) and KL Rahul (36), India chased down the target, something that saw them winning by 4 wickets with 11 balls to spare, securing their spot in the final.
The key performers for India included Mohammed Shami, Shreyas Iyer, and Virat Kohli, while Alex Carey and Steve Smith stood out for Australia. In the AUS vs IND match, Virat Kohli (IND) won both the Player of the Match award, and the Highest Individual Score (84).
Steve Smith won the Highest Individual Score (73) for Australia, with Australia’s Nathan Ellis awarded the Best Bowling Figure (2/49). India’s Mohammed Shami also won the Best Bowling Figure (3/48) in the Match award.
Key Takeaways from India vs. Australia ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final in Dubai
In the semi-final pitting AUS vs IND, there were some key takeaways worth noting. Beginning with the match overview, India won the match by 4 wickets, with 11 balls to spare, guaranteeing them a spot in the finals.
Australia, elected first to bat were restricted to 264, despite Carey’s 61 and Smith’s 75 runs. We also noticed that Dubai’s slow pitch where the events were held in some big way favored India’s spinners, most of whom collectively dominated.
Based on performance, undoubtedly, India displayed a standout performance in the match, especially with Virat Kohli’s mastery and both Handrik Pandya and KL Rahul finishes. Virat Kohli, for instance, anchored the chase with some composed 84 off 98 balls.
Australia’s key moments were noticeable both from their top contributors and from their missed opportunities. Australia’s top contributors were Steve Smith and Alex Carey. Smith’s 73 helped anchor Australia’s innings, while Carey’s 61 included some aggressive sweeps against spin.
Looking at missed opportunities, things didn’t go as planned with Australia, especially considering how Glenn Maxwell’s reckless shot against Axar Patel derailed Australia’s momentum. Additionally, Mohammed Shami dropped Travis Head on 0.
Tactically and psychologically, India’s spinners maintained an impressive 50% dot-ball rate, thereby exploiting Dubai’s conditions compared to Australia’s part-time offence. India were good at handling pressure, avenging their 2023 World Cup final loss to Australia.
Kohli’s sharp catches combined with Shreyas Iyer’s run-out of Kohli largely highlighted the superior fielding of India.
Australia men’s cricket team vs India national cricket team match scorecard
The eagerly awaited match between the Indian national team and the Australian men’s side captivated cricket fans around the world. Two cricketing titans with illustrious histories and formidable teams faced up in an exciting match as part of an international series.
A thrilling finale, fierce combat, and outstanding individual performances characterized the match. Below is the final scorecard of the match:
India national cricket team vs Australian men’s cricket team match scorecard
The following is India vs. Australia cricket team match scorecard for the recent ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai where India won by 4 wickets.
Bangladesh national under-19 cricket team vs India national under-19 cricket team match scorecard
Even though the main event that was taking place in Dubai was the recent Champions Trophy, there were other minor cricket events such as AUS vs BAN U19 and Bangladesh national under-19 vs. India national under-19 cricket matches.
Bangladesh national under-19 team won by 59 runs against India under-19 cricket team, and the following is the scorecard of the match:
Bangladesh Under-19 Innings (50 ovs maximum)
India Under-19s (T: 199 runs from 50 ovs)
India vs. Australia Betting
Several pivotal moments of the match might have affected the odds. This is true, especially for those who prefer wagering as the games progress. For instance, Australia’s early collapse alongside Travis Head’s dismissal could have affected live odds largely.
In the AUS vs IND match, something else that would have heavily affected live betting odds was Steve Smith’s dismissal after a Gritty 73. Australia lost Maxwell 5 balls later, reducing their projected total from 300 to 264, something that would have significantly favored live markets.
India’s early wicket in the chase, Virat Kohli masterclass and several dropped chances, and Hardik Pandya cameo, would have also affected live odds, especially for Indian punters. Additionally, Australia missing Mitchell Starc, alongside India’s spin-heavy strategy must have played a significant role in live betting odds.
Wrap Up
The recently concluded Champions Trophy in Dubai saw India crowned winners after edging out New Zealand. India showcased their resilience in what was a high-pressure scenario. Virat Kohli’s chase mastery alongside India’s spin strategies underscored the country’s status as the favorites to win the tournament. The odds were all stacked up for India, and they delivered.
