Chakravarthy’s 5/42 Powers India to Semis vs Australia

Varun Chakravarthy turned his UAE fortunes around with a sensational 5/42, dismantling New Zealand’s batting lineup in India’s final Champions Trophy group-stage match. His heroics powered India to a commanding 44-run win, avenging their past defeat and setting up a semi-final showdown against Australia on Tuesday. Earlier, India struggled to 249/9 after top-order failures, with Hardik Pandya’s fighting 45 providing late impetus. Despite the modest total, Chakravarthy’s brilliance ensured India’s dominance, sealing a crucial win in Dubai. With momentum on their side, India now eyes a spot in the final.