IND vs AUS Preview, Dream11 Prediction, Best Picks: 1st Semi-Final Match
Hello and welcome to our IND vs AUS Dream11 prediction, match preview, and probable playing 11.
This is the 1st Semi-Final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where the winner will secure a spot in the Finals.
India and Australia last met in the ODI World Cup Final in the ICC Tournament (ODI), where Australia emerged victorious. Now, the Men in Blue have a golden chance to take revenge.
It will be exciting to see which team keeps their nerve and takes one step closer to the trophy.
India:
India has been outstanding in the ICC Champions Trophy, winning all three of their league-stage matches.
The Men in Blue won against Pakistan, Bangladesh, and New Zealand to book their place in the Semi-Final.
Indian batters struggled but somehow they managed to score 249 runs and the bowlers defended the total.
In the last match, The Men in Blue batters struggled but managed to put up 249 runs on the board. Their bowlers then stepped up and successfully defended the total.
Shreyas Iyer was the top scorer, smashing 79 runs off 45 balls, while Hardik Pandya contributed 45 runs and Axar Patel added 42.
With the ball, Varun Chakravarthy was outstanding, taking 5 wickets, while Kuldeep Yadav took 2 wickets.
Australia:
It’s interesting that Australia managed to qualify for the Semi-Final despite winning only one game. Two of their matches were washed out, helping them reach 4 points and secure a spot in the knockouts.
When it comes to ICC tournaments, Australia always steps up. Remember, no one expected them to reach the ODI World Cup Final, yet they went on to lift the trophy. You can never count them out in high-pressure games.
IND vs AUS Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs Australia, 1st Semi-Final, ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Date & Time | March 04, 02:30 PM IST |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ JioHotstar app, Sports18 and Star Sports Network |
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IND vs AUS Pitch Report
| STATS | ODI |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 61 |
| Matches won batting first | 23 |
| Matches won bowling first | 36 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 219 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 193 |
The pitch at Dubai International Cricket Stadium is slow, favoring bowlers with variations. Seamers might struggle to get early swing, making it tough for them upfront.
As the match progresses, the wicket slows down, making chasing difficult. Spinners are expected to have the most impact on this surface.
Last 3 Match Results at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai:
March 02, 2025
IND 249/9 (50 Ov), NZ 205 (43.5 Ov)
Feb 23, 2025
PAK 241 (49.4 Ov), IND 244/4 (42.3 Ov)
Feb 20, 2025
BAN 228 (49.4 Ov), IND 231/4 (43.3 Ov)
Weather Report of Dubai
No rain is expected. The temperature will be around 28°C, with humidity at 24%.
India vs Australia Live Streaming
You can catch the live action on the Disney+ JioHotstar app, Sports18, and Star Sports Network. For real-time updates, follow the India vs Australia live scorecard on the Cricgram app.
IND vs AUS Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 151
India Wins: 57
Australia Wins: 84
India vs Australia Recent Form
| India | W | W | W | W | W |
| Australia | L | W | L | L | W |
Team News
India
It’s rare to see India play with four spinners, but they did it against the Kiwis, and it worked well. They are likely to stick with the same approach for this match.
Australia
Matthew Short has been ruled out, leaving Australia with some key decisions to make.
- If they opt for a proper opener, Jake Fraser-McGurk is the likely choice. Cooper Connolly is also an option.
- If they follow India’s spin-heavy approach, Tanveer Sangha could come in at the expense of a seamer.
IND vs AUS Probable Playing XI
India
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- Axar Patel
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Mohammed Shami
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Varun Chakravarthy
Australia
- Travis Head
- Jake Fraser-McGurk/Cooper Connolly
- Steven Smith (c)
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Josh Inglis (wk)
- Alex Carey
- Glenn Maxwell
- Ben Dwarshuis
- Nathan Ellis
- Adam Zampa
- Spencer Johnson
Top Picks for IND vs AUS Dream11 Team
India Best Players:
Axar Patel: 66 M, 727 R, 22.03 A + 71 W
Hardik Pandya: 92 M, 1858 R, 33.2 A + 90 W
Virat Kohli: 300 M, 14096 R, 58.00 A + 5 W
Shubman Gill: 53 M, 2736 R, 60.80 A
Varun Chakravarthy: 2 M, 6 W
Kuldeep Yadav: 111 M, 179 W
Rohit Sharma (c): 271 M, 11064 R, 48.74 A + 9 W
Australia Best Players:
Travis Head: 72 M, 2728 R, 42.74 A + 24 W
Glenn Maxwell: 148 M, 3983 R, 34.04 A + 77 W
Marnus Labuschagne: 62 M, 1840 R, 36.07 A + 14 I, 8 W
Steven Smith: 169 M, 5727 R, 43.06 A
Josh Inglis (wk): 29 M, 663 R, 28.82 A
Ben Dwarshuis: 4 M, 9 R, 9.00 A + 8 W
Adam Zampa: 110 M, 355 R, 10.14 A + 185 W
IND vs AUS Dream11 Prediction
India vs Australia Dream11 Prediction of the 1st Semi-Final match, ICC Champions Trophy 2025:
Wicket-Keepers: L Rahul
Batters: Virat Kohli, S Smith, Travis Head, M Labuschagne, S Gill
All-Rounders: G Maxwell, Axar Patel (C), Hardik Pandya (Vc)
Bowlers: Adam Zampa, V Chakravarthy
Fantasy Cricket Tips for Dream11 Team
Rohit Sharma, S Iyer, Kuldeep Yadav, M Shami, and B Dwarshuis are also good picks.
IND vs AUS Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Axar Patel
- Hardik Pandya
- Virat Kohli
- Travis Head
- Shubman Gill
FAQs
Where Can I Get IND vs AUS live Scorecard?
You can see Live Scorecard IND vs AUS Live Scorecard on Cricgram app.
Squads
India Squad
Rishabh Pant, Washington Sundar, KL Rahul (wk), Shubman Gill, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Varun Chakravarthy.
Australia Squad
Spencer Johnson, Sean Abbott, Josh Inglis (wk), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Adam Zampa, Aaron Hardie, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey, Tanveer Sangha, Cooper Connolly, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Steven Smith (c), Travis Head, Nathan Ellis.
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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.