Chasing a target of 265 runs, India suffered early setbacks at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, March 4. They lost both openers within the powerplay. However, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer steadied the innings with a crucial partnership. Australia dismissed Iyer, adding pressure on India.
Hardik struggled against Nathan Ellis' slower balls but soon shifted momentum by smashing three huge sixes. His towering six off Tanveer Sangha in the 45th over landed straight into the Royal Box, where ICC chairman Jay Shah was seated. Shah collected the ball and threw it back onto the field with a smile.
Watch: Rohit Sharma Imitates Hardik Pandya’s Monstrous Six in Front of Gautam Gambhir and Jay Shah
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As KL Rahul hit the winning runs, the Indian dressing room erupted in celebration. The India national cricket team booked their third consecutive Champions Trophy final appearance. They will take on New Zealand in the summit clash at the same venue on Sunday, March 9.
New Zealand Defeated by India in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group-Stage Match
The two teams previously met in the 2000 Champions Trophy final, where New Zealand stunned India to claim their only title. Meanwhile, India are aiming for a record third Champions Trophy title with a win in the final. India lead New Zealand 61-50 in ODIs and 2-1 in Champions Trophy encounters.
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