In the Champions Trophy 2025, the Indian squad has been playing well, going undefeated in the group round. At the Dubai International Stadium, they defeated New Zealand by a commanding 44-run margin in their most recent match, which saw them defend a 250-run mark.
In his opening encounter of the tournament, mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy claimed five wickets, making him the match’s star. The spinner, 33, thoroughly foxed the New Zealand hitters since they were unable to pick up on his variations. Shahid Afridi, a former all-rounder for Pakistan, took to social media to discuss Chakravarthy’s amazing spell and to say that the Men in Blue had everything covered heading into the playoffs. Many other cricketers and pundits have also applauded his performance.
“India secures again another triumph! Their powerful batting and strong spin attack cover every basis for the conditions. “The bowling attack gains depth from Varun Chakravarthy’s excellent control and variety,” Shahid Afridi wrote on X.
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Another great win for India! They have all bases covered for the conditions with potent batting and a formidable spin attack. Varun Chakravarthy has great variety and control and gives further depth to the bowling attack. #ChampionsTrophy https://t.co/2fQUartfK9
— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) March 2, 2025
Varun Chakaravarthy weaved his magic to claim a fantastic five-wicket haul in Dubai
He wins the @aramco POTM award
#ChampionsTrophy pic.twitter.com/uBVWnZj5pN
— ICC (@ICC) March 2, 2025
Australia will play India in the semifinals.
Australia has consistently posed a serious danger to India in ICC knockout matches. They will play the Men in Blue in the semi-final on March 4 at the Dubai International Stadium.
The last time India defeated Australia in an ICC knockout match was in the quarterfinals of the 2011 ODI World Cup in Ahmedabad. With his all-around performance, Yuvraj Singh was the game’s standout. He took two wickets and played a vital innings of 57 off 65 deliveries to win the match and guarantee his team’s passage to the semi-finals.
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