India vs Australia 1st Semi-Final ODI Prediction, Dream11 Team, Betting Tips, Playing XI, Pitch & Weather Report

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The India vs Australia prediction for the 1st Semi-Final ODI of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to be a thrilling encounter. India, riding high on three consecutive wins, will face an Australian side with a strong batting lineup but a relatively inexperienced bowling attack. The match will be held on Tuesday, 4th March 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Let’s dive into the details and analyze who might come out on top.

Match Details

Match	India vs Australia, 1st Semi-Final ODI
Date	Tuesday, 4th March 2025
Time	2:30 PM
Venue	Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Series	ICC Champions Trophy, 2025

Team Previews

India Preview

India is on a three-match winning streak, showcasing an impressive blend of batting and bowling strength. In their most recent game, they defeated New Zealand by 44 runs, defending a target of 249 runs. The victory was largely due to a spectacular bowling performance, especially from Varun Chakravarthy, who picked up a five-wicket haul.

Batting Performance

India’s batting has been solid overall, but the top-order collapse against New Zealand raised concerns. They need Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill to deliver big scores.

• Shreyas Iyer (79 off 98) played a match-winning knock in the previous match and has been in excellent form with back-to-back fifties.
• Hardik Pandya (45 off 45) contributed crucial middle-order runs.
• Axar Patel (42 off 40) also played a handy knock.
• KL Rahul (23 runs) and Ravindra Jadeja add depth to the batting lineup.

With a long batting order featuring Pandya, Rahul, and Jadeja, India has plenty of firepower to handle Australia’s bowling attack.

Bowling Performance

India’s bowlers have been the real game-changers. They bowled out New Zealand for 205 runs in the last match, with every bowler making an impact.

• Varun Chakravarthy (5 wickets for 42 runs) destroyed the New Zealand lineup.
• Axar Patel (2 wickets for 32 runs in 10 overs) provided crucial support.
• Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja took one wicket each, keeping things tight in the middle overs.
• Mohammed Shami was wicketless but remains a key weapon.

India’s bowlers have been exceptional in every match so far, and their spin attack, led by Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel, will be particularly dangerous against Australia.

India’s Strengths & Concerns

✅ Strengths:
✔️ Strong bowling attack led by Varun Chakravarthy.
✔️ A deep batting lineup with experienced players.
✔️ Middle-order consistency with Shreyas Iyer and Hardik Pandya in form.

❌ Concerns:
❌ Top-order failure in the last match.
❌ Dependence on spin-friendly conditions.

With the Australian bowling attack lacking experience, India will fancy their chances of dominating this contest.

Australia Preview

Australia’s previous match against Afghanistan was washed out, but they secured a dominant five-wicket victory over England, successfully chasing 352 runs in 47.3 overs. Their batting lineup looks strong, but their bowling has struggled, especially in the absence of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Josh Hazlewood.

Batting Performance

Australia’s batting has been their biggest strength in recent matches. Against England, they chased down 352 runs, with key contributions from:

• Josh Inglis (120 off 86 balls, 8 fours, 6 sixes) – A match-winning knock.
• Alex Carey (69 off 63 balls, 8 fours) – A dependable middle-order performance.
• Matthew Short (63 runs) – A crucial contribution at the top.
• Marnus Labuschagne (47 runs) – Steady presence in the middle order.

With Travis Head, Steven Smith, and Labuschagne, Australia has a solid top-order that can counter India’s bowlers.

Bowling Performance

Australia’s bowling has been underwhelming. In their last match, they conceded 351 runs to England, highlighting their struggles.

• Ben Dwarshuis (3 wickets for 66 runs) was the best bowler.
• Marnus Labuschagne (2 wickets for 41 runs) contributed unexpectedly.
• Adam Zampa (2 wickets) remains a key wicket-taker.
• Glenn Maxwell took 1 wicket, but Spencer Johnson, Nathan Ellis, and Matthew Short went wicketless.

The lack of Starc, Cummins, and Hazlewood has left Australia vulnerable in the bowling department. If Zampa and Maxwell fail to control the game, India’s strong batting lineup will likely dominate.

Australia’s Strengths & Concerns

✅ Strengths:
✔️ Deep batting lineup with match-winners like Inglis, Head, and Smith.
✔️ Adam Zampa’s leg-spin could be effective against India.
✔️ Good finishing power with Maxwell and Carey in the lower order.

❌ Concerns:
❌ Weak bowling attack without Starc, Cummins, and Hazlewood.
❌ Expensive pacers in previous matches.
❌ Lack of variety in spin attack beyond Zampa.

Australia will heavily rely on their batting to outscore India, but their bowling needs a major turnaround to trouble the strong Indian batting unit.

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Team Squads

India Squad

Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul (wk), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh

Australia Squad

Steven Smith (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson, Sean Abbott, Aaron Hardie, Tanveer Sangha, Cooper Connolly.

Probable Playing XI

India Probable XI

1. Rohit Sharma (c)
2. Shubman Gill
3. Virat Kohli
4. Shreyas Iyer
5. KL Rahul (wk)
6. Hardik Pandya
7. Ravindra Jadeja
8. Axar Patel
9. Mohammed Shami
10. Kuldeep Yadav
11. Varun Chakravarthy

Australia Probable XI

1. Travis Head
2. Steven Smith (c)
3. Marnus Labuschagne
4. Josh Inglis (wk)
5. Alex Carey
6. Glenn Maxwell
7. Ben Dwarshuis
8. Nathan Ellis
9. Adam Zampa
10. Spencer Johnson
11. Sean Abbott

Fantasy Team XI – Dream11 Prediction for Today India vs Australia

Player	Role
Rohit Sharma	Batsman
Virat Kohli	Batsman
Shreyas Iyer	Batsman
Steven Smith	Batsman
Travis Head	Batsman
Hardik Pandya	All-rounder
Glenn Maxwell	All-rounder
Ravindra Jadeja	All-rounder
Mohammed Shami	Bowler
Adam Zampa	Bowler
Varun Chakravarthy	Bowler

Explanation: The fantasy team is built around India’s in-form players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Varun Chakravarthy, who have consistently delivered. Australia’s Steven Smith, Travis Head, and Adam Zampa are included for their match-winning abilities.

Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team

1. Ben Dwarshuis (Australia) – Inconsistent and expensive in recent games.
2. Axar Patel (India) – Hasn’t made a significant impact in the tournament.

Also Check: Get The Best Dream11 Prediction From Cricket Experts

Favourite Team in Today’s Match

India is the favorite to win this match due to their superior form, balanced squad, and strong bowling attack. Their batting depth and experience give them a significant edge over Australia.

India ODI History

India has played 1064 ODIs, winning 565 and losing 445. They are one of the most successful ODI teams, with a rich history of dominant performances.

Australia ODI History

Australia has played 1013 ODIs, winning 614 and losing 355. They are the most successful ODI team, with five World Cup titles.

Head-to-Head Stats

Matches Played	India Won	Australia Won	No Result
151	57	84	10

Australia has dominated the head-to-head record, winning 84 out of 151 matches against India.

Pitch Report

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium offers a balanced pitch, favoring both batsmen and bowlers. Spinners may play a crucial role in the middle overs, while pacers can exploit early movement.

Dubai International Cricket Stadium

City	Dubai
Country	United Arab Emirates
Also or previously Known as	Dubai Sports City Cricket Stadium
Matches Played	61
Matches Won Batting First	23 (37.70%)
Matches Won Batting Second	36 (59.02%)
Matches Won Winning Toss	28 (45.90%)
Matches Won Losing Toss	31 (50.82%)
Matches Tied	1 (1.64%)
Matches with No Result	1 (1.64%)
Highest Individual Innings	144	Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh)	15/09/2018 v Sri Lanka
Best Bowling	6/38	Shahid Afridi (Pakistan)	22/04/2009 v Australia
Highest Team Innings	355/5 (England)		20/11/2015 v Pakistan
Lowest Team Innings	91 (Namibia)		23/02/2023 v United Arab Emirates
Highest Run Chase Achieved	287/8 (Sri Lanka)		20/12/2013 v Pakistan
Average Runs per Wicket	27.38
Average Runs per Over	4.64
Average Score Batting First	220

Weather Report

The weather is expected to be clear with no rain interruptions. Temperatures will range between 22°C to 28°C, providing ideal playing conditions.

Broadcast Details

• Broadcaster: Star Sports Network, Sports 18 Network
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar

Toss Prediction:

Winner: Australia

Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.

FAQ – IND vs AUS 1st Semi-Final ODI

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