The highly anticipated India Masters vs Australia Masters Semi Final match in the International Masters League (IML) T20 2025 is set to take place on March 13, 2025, at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur. The stakes are high as the winner of this clash will advance to the final on March 16, 2025, to compete for the prestigious IML trophy.
Here’s a complete breakdown of the match, including Dream11 team suggestions, pitch report, match time, and live streaming details.
Match Details
- Teams: India Masters (INM) vs Australia Masters (AUM)
- Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025
- Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
- Stage: Semi-Final 1 (Winner advances to the final)
Pitch Report – Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
Pitch Characteristics:
- This venue has hosted high-scoring matches in the IML 2025 season, with batters enjoying good pace and bounce.
- The average first innings score is around 180-190 runs, indicating a batting-friendly pitch.
- Pacers can extract early swing under lights, while spinners have found turn in the middle overs.
Dew Factor & Weather Conditions:
- Dew has been a factor in evening matches, making chasing a slight advantage.
- Weather: Clear skies, temperature around 25-30°C, with moderate humidity (40-50%). No rain expected.
Toss Impact:
- Teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first, considering the dew factor and successful chases in previous matches.
Head-to-Head Record (INM vs AUM)
As per IML 2025 results, Australia Masters dominated India Masters in their previous encounter.
| Matches Played | India Masters Wins | Australia Masters Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 1 |
🔹 Last Meeting (March 5, 2025):
✔️ Australia Masters won by 96 runs.
✔️ AUM posted a massive 269/4, powered by Shane Watson (110 off 52) and Ben Dunk (132 off 53).
✔️ INM struggled to 174 all out, despite Sachin Tendulkar’s 64 off 33.
📌 Can India Masters bounce back and take revenge in this knockout clash?
Dream11 Tips – Key Players to Watch Out For
Wicketkeepers:
✅ Ben Dunk (AUM) – Explosive top-order batter (132 off 53 vs INM), a must-have.
✅ Naman Ojha (INM) – Solid wicketkeeper option with past big knocks at Raipur.
Batters:
✅ Sachin Tendulkar (INM, Captain) – Leading INM’s run charts (250+ runs in 5 matches). 🔥 Best captain pick.
✅ Shane Watson (AUM, Vice-Captain) – Scored 110 off 52 vs INM. A big-game player.
✅ Yusuf Pathan (INM) – A dangerous finisher (56 off 22 in an earlier IML match).
All-Rounders (Most Valuable Picks):
✅ Daniel Christian (AUM) – 150+ runs & 5 wickets in 5 matches, a crucial pick.
✅ Irfan Pathan (INM) – 100+ runs & 6 wickets in IML 2025, handy with both bat & ball.
✅ Stuart Binny (INM) – Provides batting depth & medium-pace bowling (68 runs, 2 wickets).
Bowlers:
✅ Xavier Doherty (AUM) – Destroyed INM with 5/25 in their last match. Top spinner pick.
✅ Dhawal Kulkarni (INM) – Reliable new-ball bowler, effective in powerplay overs.
✅ Ben Laughlin (AUM) – Death-over specialist (6 wickets in 5 games).
Dream11 Suggested Team for India Masters vs Australia Masters Semi Final
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Ben Dunk (AUM) |
| Batters | Sachin Tendulkar (INM, Captain), Shane Watson (AUM, Vice-Captain), Yusuf Pathan (INM) |
| All-Rounders | Daniel Christian (AUM), Irfan Pathan (INM), Stuart Binny (INM) |
| Bowlers | Xavier Doherty (AUM), Dhawal Kulkarni (INM), Ben Laughlin (AUM), Rahul Sharma (INM) |
🔹 Captain: Sachin Tendulkar (INM)
🔹 Vice-Captain: Shane Watson (AUM)
👉 Balanced team: 6 INM players (all-round squad) + 5 AUM players (firepower & bowling attack).
Match Time & Live Streaming Details
📆 Date: March 13, 2025
⏰ Start Time: 7:30 PM IST
🎤 Toss Time: 7:00 PM IST
📺 TV Broadcast: Colors Cineplex (SD & HD), Colors Cineplex Superhits
📡 Online Streaming: JioCinema & Hotstar (accessible on mobile, desktop, smart TVs)
🗣 Commentary Available In: English, Hindi & regional languages like Marathi, Gujarati.
Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Form Guide:
🔥 India Masters: 4 wins in 5 matches, topped league stage with +2.5 NRR.
🔥 Australia Masters: 3 wins in 5 matches, finished 3rd or 4th, but peaking at the right time.
Key Factors:
✔️ INM’s Batting Strength: Tendulkar, Yuvraj, Yusuf Pathan – All proven match-winners.
✔️ AUM’s Explosive Top Order: Watson & Dunk destroyed INM in the last match.
✔️ Bowling Battle: Doherty’s spin vs INM’s experienced attack (Kulkarni, Irfan Pathan).
Who Has the Edge?
- India Masters (55-60% chance of winning) due to better balance & past knockout experience.
- Australia Masters could cause an upset if Watson & Dunk fire again.
⚡ Final Verdict: India Masters are slight favourites, but Australia Masters are capable of pulling off another high-scoring thriller!