IND vs AUS Predicted Playing 11: CT 2025 Semifinal - India vs Australia Team News, Injury Update and Probable Lineups

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IND vs AUS Predicted Playing 11: India's Champions Trophy 2025 campaign is set for the biggest test as the Indian team faces Australia in the semifinal on Tuesday (March 5).

After a flawless group stage performance, the Indian team will lock horns against the Aussies, who have showcased their might and has qualified for the knockout stages.

India vs Australia Team News, Injury Update

With the Dubai pitch proving to be slow and dry, spinners have played a major role in shaping matches. India's spin quartet - Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, and Varun Chakravarthy - are all in contention for selection. Given Chakravarthy's impressive performance against New Zealand, Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir may lean towards retaining him in the playing XI as India aims for dominance.

Another crucial selection decision lies in the wicketkeeping department. KL Rahul has been the preferred choice but has struggled to make an impact with the bat. His inconsistent performances could open the door for Rishabh Pant to step in, though the final call remains uncertain. Rohit Sharma returned from a niggle and the India captain is set to start against Australia.

For the Aussies, Matthew Short is unavailable and Cooper Connollyu was roped in as his replacement. They have just had a couple of outings with the bat and need Short's replacement. Jake Fraser-McGurk looks set to return to the side for the India clash while the Aussies may add a spinner such as Cooper Connolly, who may be effective in Dubai's conditions. Tanveer Sangha is also another potent option for Aussies who can couple with Adam Zampa in the spin department.

India vs Australia Predicted Playing 11

India: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy

Australia: Travis Head, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Steven Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Cooper Connolly, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson