In the highly anticipated Semifinal match of International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy
, Australia has set the target of 265 runs for India at Dubai international stadium.
While winning the toss, Australia chose to bat first.
Cooper Connolly opened with Travis Head in place of Mathew Short, after he faced an injury blow.
However, he couldn’t provide a good start, instead gone after scoring a duck.
Australia batters maintain the Kar run rate at Dubai stadium.
After losing Connolly early, Travis Head played aggressively and scored quick 39.
After his departure Captain Steven Smith and Labuschagne supported the batting line.
Smith scored necessary 73 runs on 96 balls.
However, it was Carey who help the team reaching the total of 264. Alex Carey scored 61 runs on 57 balls.
From bowling end, Shami took 3 wickets in 10overs while giving 48 runs.
Varun Chakravarthy and Jadeja made two victims.
India team now required 265 runs to get the victory and confirm its spot in Finals.
