India Defeats Pakistan to Secure Champions Trophy Semifinal Spot
Virat Kohli's century and Kuldeep Yadav's bowling heroics lead India to a six-wicket win, pushing Pakistan to the brink of elimination.
- Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 100, marking his 51st ODI century and propelling India to a six-wicket victory over Pakistan in Dubai.
- Spinner Kuldeep Yadav took 3/40, becoming the fifth Indian spinner to surpass 300 international wickets and playing a pivotal role in restricting Pakistan to 241 runs.
- India's win secures their place in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinals, while Pakistan faces likely elimination after their second loss in the group stage.
- Criticism surrounds the ICC's decision to allow India to play all their matches in Dubai, with some, including Pat Cummins, suggesting it gives them an unfair advantage.
- Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer made key contributions, while Kohli surpassed 14,000 ODI runs, joining Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara in this elite milestone.












































































































