Champions Trophy Hive Prediction Contest – INDIA VS AUSTRALIA! 🔥

The wait is over! **It’s the first semi-final of the** [**Champions Trophy 2025**](https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/champions-trophy-2025)**, and what a battle we have on our hands!** Two cricketing powerhouses, **India and Australia**, are set to clash for a spot in the GRAND FINAL! This is a rivalry filled with history, intensity, and high stakes! With everything on the line, which team will rise to the occasion and take a step closer to glory? Let’s break it all down! If you’re new to this contest, don’t worry, just check the [**announcement blog**](https://peakd.com/hive-101690/@saif-ul-wahab/champions-trophy-2025-hive-prediction-contest-win-big) or participate by reading this blog 🔽  # **🔥 Who will emerge victorious? 🔥** Both teams have played fearless cricket to reach this stage, but only one will make it to the final. **Will India’s batting firepower take them through, or will Australia’s fearless approach prevail?** Just the team name **(India or Australia)**. No extra text allowed! # **🏏 Contest Rules** ✅ **One entry per person –** Multiple entries = Disqualification 🚫 ✅ **Deadline:** Predictions must be submitted before match start – **March 4, 2025, at 2:30 PM (UTC)** ⏳ ✅ **No edits allowed –** Your first comment is final! ✅ **Strict format:** Only the team name **(India or Australia)** – no extra text! **Example for prediction comment:** 1️⃣ INDIA **Remember:** No extra text in your prediction comment, just the name of the team you think will win. I’m tagging all the participants so you don’t miss out on making your predictions! 🏏 **Tag your friends** and let’s make this contest even more exciting! 🎉 | | | | |-----------------|-----------------|-----------------| | @ilma-ansari | @hamza-art | @nazneen-ansari | | @shahzad-ansari | @dlmmqb | @shrazi | | @manclar | @rosecane | @doombot75 | | @momins | @buggedout | @ahmedhayat | | @aslamrer | @seki1 | @idksamad78699 | | @himalayanwomb | @infinitejourney | @psyberkid | | @misticogama | @javedkhan1989 | @niazi5352 | | @arshadkhan4421 | @talesfrmthecrypt | @enginewitty # **📊 Champions Trophy 2025 Journey So Far** Both teams have fought hard to make it to this stage, but now it's do-or-die! Let’s take a look at their journey in the tournament so far: **India – The Dominant Force! 🔥** ✅ **India vs Bangladesh –** Won by 6 wickets ✅ **India vs Pakistan –** Won by 6 wickets ✅ **India vs New Zealand –** Won by 44 runs 💡 **Key Strengths:** ✔️ A solid top order with **Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli** leading the way ✔️ A dangerous bowling attack featuring **Mohammad Shami and Kuldeep Yadav** ✔️ A team full of experience in high-pressure situations 🚨 **X-Factor: Virat Kohli –** The big-game player! His record in ICC knockout matches speaks for itself! ⭐ **Player to Watch: Shubman Gill –** Can he continue his dream run in this crucial knockout clash? **Australia – The Knockout Kings! 💪** ✅ **Australia vs England –** Won by 5 wickets ❌ **Australia vs South Africa –** Match abandoned ❌ **Australia vs Afghanistan –** No result 💡 **Key Strengths:** ✔️ A power-packed batting lineup with **Josh Inglis, Travis Head, and Steve Smith** ✔️ A lethal pace attack featuring **Spencer Johnson, Ben Dwarshuis, and Nathan Ellis** ✔️ Proven match-winners who shine in knockout matches 🚨 **X-Factor: Glenn Maxwell –** The ultimate game-changer! Can he deliver another magical performance when it matters the most? ⭐ **Player to Watch: Adam Zampa –** Known for his lethal spells in ICC knockouts, he will be crucial for Australia! # **🔥 Head-to-Head in ICC Knockouts** India and Australia have a **rich history** of facing off in **big ICC matches!** Australia holds the edge, but can India turn the tables? **🏆 2015 ODI World Cup Semi-Final – Australia won 🏆 2023 ODI World Cup Final – Australia won 🏆 2024 T20 World Cup Semi-Final – India won** Will **India take revenge** for the 2023 ODI World Cup Final loss, or will **Australia continue their dominance in knockout games?** # **🏆 What’s at Stake?** - The **first spot in the FINAL of the Champions Trophy 2025!** - A shot at lifting one of the most prestigious ICC trophies! - A chance to create history and edge closer to cricketing glory! With **two world-class teams, legendary players, and a history of epic battles, this is a match you CANNOT miss!** # **🏆 Winner & Prize Distribution** Special thanks to **@hivepakistan** and **@talesfrmthecrypt** for sponsoring this contest and making it possible! The top predictor will take home: 🥇 **1st Place (Highest Score):** 100 Hive & 10 PAKX 🎯 **In case of a tie:** the prize will be equally split among top scorers. It’s time to make your predictions! Drop your **match predictions** in the comments below and stay in the contest leaderboard! Who do you think will **win the semi-final and reach the final?** 🏆 **🚀 The pressure is on, the moment is huge – IT’S SHOWTIME!**