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In the recently ended semi-final clash between India and Australia in Dubai during the Champions Trophy 2025, Virat Kohli lost his wicket after scoring 84 runs off 98 balls in a chase of 265 runs. Batting first, Australia posted 264 runs, in reply to which, Kohli came up with another masterclass with his bat taking India closer to the win. However, as he was nearing his hundred, Kohli got out while trying to hit Adam Zampa for a big shot in the 43rd over with India still needing 40 runs to win in around seven overs.
Virat Kohli’s dismissal came as a big shock for the Indian fans as he not missed his hundred but also left India in a tricky situation. Reacting to his dismissal, KL Rahul who was standing at the non-striker end showed his disappointment and was seen saying “mai maar raha tha na” to Kohli after his dismissal.
KL Rahul smashed 42* after as India reach Champions Trophy final
However, Virat Kohli’s dismissal didn’t make much difference as India were already in a strong position against Australia in the run chase. After that, KL Rahul also took charge of the innings and remained unbeaten on 42*(34) with hitting two fours and two sixes as India defeated Australia by four wickets to enter the final of the Champions Trophy 2025.
Batting first, Australia were bowled out for 264 runs in 49.3 overs with Steve Smith playing a captain’s knock of 73 runs off 96 balls. For India, Ravindra Jadeja took three wickets with the ball. In reply, Virat Kohli took charge of the innings with his knock of 84 runs off 98 balls. Apart from that, Shreyas Iyer (45 off 62) and KL Rahul also scored crucial 40s as India chased the winning target in 48.1 overs losing six wickets.
