As the stage is set for the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals, cricket enthusiasts around the world are eagerly anticipating the clash between India and Australia. Scheduled to take place on March 4th in Dubai, this highly anticipated match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams vying for a spot in the final. However, it won’t be an easy ride for either side, as India is missing their star bowler Jasprit Bumrah, while the Australian team is without key players like Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood.
When it comes to their head-to-head record in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), Australia seems to have a slight edge. Out of the 151 matches played between the two teams, Australia has emerged victorious 84 times, while India has won 57 matches, with 10 games ending without a result. This trend is also reflected in ICC ODI tournaments, where Australia has won 10 out of the 18 matches played against India, including encounters in the ICC World Cup and Champions Trophy. India, on the other hand, has secured 7 wins, with one match ending in a draw.
A deeper look into their ICC knockout matches suggests that both teams have had their fair share of intense battles. With 8 matches played between them in the knockout stages, both Australia and India have won 4 matches each. However, India’s recent performance against Australia in ICC knockouts has been a cause for concern. The team has not been able to secure a win against Australia in the last three ICC knockout matches, with their last victory dating back to the 2011 World Cup. This streak is sure to be on the minds of the Indian team as they prepare to face off against their Australian counterparts.
Here’s a closer look at the head-to-head record between India and Australia in ICC knockouts:
- 1998 – India won (Champions Trophy)
- 2000 – India won (Champions Trophy)
- 2003 – Australia won (World Cup)
- 2007 – India won (T20 World Cup)
- 2011 – India won (World Cup)
- 2015 – Australia won (World Cup)
- 2023 – Australia won (World Test Championship)
- 2023 – Australia won (World Cup)
As the two teams face off in the semifinals, India will need to be cautious and strategize effectively to overcome their Australian opponents and secure a spot in the final. With the stakes high and the competition fierce, this match is sure to be an unmissable encounter for cricket fans around the world.