Virat Kohli proved why he’s the king of chases, delivering a masterclass to lead India to victory against Australia. After early setbacks with the dismissals of Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, Kohli teamed up with Shreyas Iyer to steady the ship. His composed and gritty innings not only kept India on course but also secured their spot in the CT25 final. Once again, Kohli showed why he’s the heartbeat of Indian cricket!
India Crushes Australia to Storm into ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final!
In a nail-biting semifinal showdown on Tuesday (March 4), India avenged their past defeats by knocking out Australia with a thrilling 4-wicket win! Chasing 265, Virat Kohli once again proved why he’s the King of Chases, smashing a brilliant 84 to steer India into the final with 11 balls to spare.
The Kohli Show
After losing Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill early, Kohli took charge like only he can. With Shreyas Iyer (45), KL Rahul (42), and Hardik Pandya (28) playing perfect supporting roles, Kohli’s masterful 84 off 98 balls sealed the deal for India.
Australia’s Fight
Australia put up a competitive 264, thanks to Steve Smith’s gritty 73 and Alex Carey’s fiery half-century. But India’s bowlers, led by Varun Chakravarthy, kept the pressure on, breaking key partnerships at crucial moments.
Top Moments
- Chakravarthy Ends Head’s Threat: Travis Head was causing chaos with his aggressive 39, but Chakravarthy’s clever bowling dismissed him, saving India from a potential ‘Headache’.
- Smith’s Lone Battle: Steve Smith fought hard with a solid 73, but it wasn’t enough to stop India’s charge.
- Gill’s Struggles Continue: Shubman Gill’s poor form persisted as he fell cheaply again.
- Kohli’s Chase Mastery: With nerves of steel, Kohli anchored the innings, proving why he’s the GOAT of run chases.
Sweet Revenge!
This win was extra special for India, as it came against an Australian team that had broken their hearts in the ODI World Cup and World Test Championship final. Now, India is one step away from lifting the Champions Trophy!
The final awaits, and the Men in Blue are ready to shine! 🏆🇮🇳
