India vs Australia: India put on a dominant display in the Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia, bowling them out for 264 with three balls remaining. As Mohammed Shami dismissed Cooper Connolly, Virat Kohli celebrated in his trademark style—breaking into an impromptu bhangra on the field. His energetic dance instantly caught the attention of fans, but it was Anushka Sharma’s reaction in the stands that stole the spotlight.
The Bollywood actress, dressed casually in a white T-shirt, blue denim, and sunglasses, was seen cheering for Team India alongside Virat's brother, Vikas Kohli. As Connolly walked back to the pavilion, Anushka stood up, clapped, and shared in the team’s jubilant mood. Punjabi singer Karan Aujla was also spotted in the stands, adding to the electrifying atmosphere at the Dubai International Stadium.
Australia’s Batting Effort: Smith and Carey Shine
Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Australia managed to put up a total of 264 runs before being bowled out. Captain Steve Smith led the charge with a steady 73 off 96 balls, building key partnerships—first with Travis Head (39) for 50 runs and then with Marnus Labuschagne (29) for another 56. After Smith’s dismissal in the 37th over, Alex Carey stepped up with a crucial knock of 61, ensuring Australia crossed the 260-run mark.
India’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance, with Mohammed Shami emerging as the standout performer, taking 3/38. Varun Chakravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja contributed with two wickets each, while Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel chipped in with one apiece.
A Tribute to a Cricket Legend
Before taking the field, the Indian team wore black armbands as a mark of respect for Padmakar Shivalkar, a legend in domestic cricket, who passed away in Mumbai at the age of 84 due to age-related ailments.
With India set to chase 265 for a spot in the final, the excitement at the stadium remains palpable. As the action unfolds, Kohli’s bhangra moment and Anushka’s heartwarming reaction have already become one of the most talked-about highlights of the match.
