Australia-India match washed out


India are still in with a chance of reaching the Champions Trophy semi-finals after their match with Australia was abandoned because of rain.

Half centuries for Ricky Ponting and Mike Hussey had propelled the Aussies to 234-4 after 42.3 overs, and within sight of a big total in Pretoria.

However, having threatened all day, the expected rain storm arrived and play was called off at 1840 local time.

India now have to beat West Indies on Wednesday if they hope to progress.

With Pakistan already into the last four with two wins from two games, India have one point and Australia three.

That means Mahendra Dhoni's men must beat the Windies convincingly and hope Pakistan see off Australia in Wednesday's other match.read more
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