India Beats Australia to Reach T20 World Cup Semi-Finals
In an exciting match at St Lucia, India secured a 24-run victory over Australia, thanks to Rohit Sharma’s impressive 92 runs and strong bowling performances from Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, and Kuldeep Yadav. This win ensures India’s place in the semi-finals, where they will face England at Providence Stadium in Guyana on June 27.
Match Highlights
India batted first and scored 205/5, with Rohit Sharma hitting 92 runs off 41 balls. Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, and Hardik Pandya also contributed with quick runs. Australia’s bowlers struggled, with Mitchell Starc conceding 45 runs and Pat Cummins giving away 48 runs.
In response, Australia started strong with Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh, but India’s bowlers turned the game around. Arshdeep Singh removed David Warner early, and Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel took crucial wickets. Jasprit Bumrah’s key dismissal of Travis Head sealed Australia’s fate, and India won by 24 runs.
Key Performances
| Player | Performance |
|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 92 runs off 41 balls |
| Arshdeep Singh | 3 wickets for 37 runs |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 2 wickets for 24 runs |
| Travis Head | 76 runs |
India’s victory puts Australia on the brink of elimination, depending on the outcome of the Afghanistan vs. Bangladesh match. If Afghanistan wins, Australia’s campaign will end.
