Dubai March 04 (KNS), March 4 -- For years, Australia dominated the knockout stages of ICC events, but India is rewriting the script. With a convincing four-wicket victory, they have secured their fifth final appearance in the last seven 50-over world tournaments.

Virat Kohli was at his vintage best, guiding India with a composed 84 off 98 balls. His mastery against spin, sharp running between the wickets, and tactical awareness kept the scoreboard ticking. Despite Australia's depleted bowling attack-missing Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood-their spinners couldn't contain India's chase on a batting-friendly Dubai pitch.

Earlier, Australia had looked in control, thanks to Steve Smith's resilience and Alex Carey's counterat...