Australia dominated most of their ongoing Champions Trophy clash against India, posting a competitive total of 264 runs at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Opting to bat first on a pitch expected to assist spinners, the Aussies delivered a strong performance.
India’s Best Successful Run Chase in Dubai
India have secured six ODI wins while chasing in Dubai, beginning with an eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in 2018. Five of these chases were comfortable wins, but their match against Bangladesh was a tense affair, ending in a three-wicket triumph.
India’s highest successful run chase at this venue came against Pakistan during the Champions Trophy group stage. Pakistan set a target of 241, which India chased down with ease, securing a six-wicket victory.
India’s Highest Successful ODI Chases vs Australia
India have pulled off several high-scoring chases against Australia in ODIs. Here are their top five:
- 362/1 in 2013
- 351/4 in 2013
- 331/4 in 2016
- 299/4 in 2019
- 294/5 in 2017
First Innings Recap – IND vs AUS
After winning the toss, Australia had a shaky start, losing Cooper Connolly for a nine-ball duck. However, Travis Head’s quick cameo, along with stellar knocks from skipper Steve Smith and wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey, helped them post a respectable total.
Smith led from the front with a solid 73, while Carey played a crucial 61-run knock off just 57 balls. With a challenging target ahead, India will need a remarkable batting effort to reach the final.
