Escaping the “strict” security bubble in Pakistan was behind the Australian decision to head to Dubai early which has allowed the players to loosen up and “chill” ahead of the Champions Trophy semi-final clash with India.

Steve Smith says that Australia are all set for their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final against India - and are primed for the conditions in Dubai. India have played all their matches in Dubai and Smith is sure his players will adapt quickly.

Australia captain Steve Smith has admitted that their Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final hopes rest on countering India’s strong spin attack in Dubai. India and Australia are slated to play the first semi-final on Tuesday.

With hosting duties shared between the United Arab Emirates and Pakistan, had New Zealand won, then they would have played Australia in Lahore

Australia captain Steve Smith says his team are confident they can counter India's quality spin attack in their Champions Trophy semifinal in Dubai on Tuesday.

Australia captain Steve Smith hopes to avoid bearing the responsibility of rolling his arm as a spinner, considering the turning nature of Dubai's strip ahead of their semi-final clash against India in the ongoing Champions Trophy on Tuesday.

Steve Smith-led Australia have suffered a big blow with star all-rounder being ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal against India in Dubai on Tuesday.