Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has weighed in on the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy semi-final, acknowledging India as the favorites but cautioning against underestimating Australia.
“India has been the most dominant team in the tournament, and they certainly have the edge going into the semi-final,” Ponting said. “But when it comes to knockout matches, Australia knows how to rise to the occasion. Rohit Sharma and his team cannot afford to take them lightly.”
Ponting highlighted Australia’s history of delivering under pressure in ICC events and urged India to maintain focus despite their strong form. “The conditions in Dubai might favor India, but Australia thrives in high-stakes matches. It’s going to be a tough battle.”
With both teams eyeing a spot in the final, the highly anticipated clash promises to be a test of skill, strategy, and nerves.
