India, March 3 -- The first semi-final of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 will be played between India and Australia at the Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday. Ahead of the marquee fixture, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar made a bold prediction, picking Rohit Sharma's side as the clear favourite.

India topped Group A after winning their last group-stage fixture against New Zealand on Sunday. At the same time, Australia finished second in Group B. Gavaskar said Australia will clearly miss the experienced pace trio of Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins.

Over the three matches against Bangladesh, Pakistan and New Zealand, India have shown they have all their bases covered and the spinners have truly come into their ...