Australia, who are searching for their maiden T20 title, enter the tournament on the back of a horrific run, losing bilateral series to Bangladesh, West Indies, New Zealand, India and England.

Virat Kohli said that both he and AB de Villiers feel that this could be the 'breakthrough season' when tables will turn for the franchise which has flattered to deceive on many occasions.

India, Australia, England and New Zealand have ridden the wave and reached the final four on the strength of clear plans and outstanding individuals.

'I cannot believe that D'Arcy Short has been left out of the side. I don't know what he's done wrong. He can bowl and his batting at the top is dynamic. He's in terrific form, and he and Finch make an awesome partnership at the top'

How do India and Australia's teams stack up? Rajneesh Gupta presents all the numbers.

How do the Aussie and Indian cricketers compare? Rajneesh Gupta presents all the career numbers.

Atletico de Kolkata were crowned Indian Super League champions for the second time in three years after they edged out Kerala Blasters 4-3 in a nerve-wracking penalty shootout after both sides were locked 1-1 in regulation time in Kochi on Sunday.

Factbox on the cricket World Cup semi-final between New Zealand and South Africa at Eden Park, Auckland.

When the 2015 ODI World Cup began, no one cared to look past Australia to lift a record fifth title. A strong team, home advantage, and flailing opposition, meant that they were in pole position going into the tournament.

Factbox on the third World Cup quarter-final between Australia and Pakistan at the Adelaide Oval on Friday.

Factbox on Saturday's World Cup match between Australia and Bangladesh.

Factbox World Cup match between Australia and England at the MCG.

With Australia taking a 2-0 lead in the four-match Test series against India, the scales are titled highly in favour of the hosts. History also shows that the Melbourne Cricket Ground has been a happy hunting ground for the hosts. With the Boxing Day Test around the corner, here is a quick look at how the teams stand.

It was an art, says Mandvi, that all Indian-American actors had to cultivate.

While everyone else wants to talk about the American swimmer's bid to win eight gold medals at Athens, Phelps has been conspicuously quiet on the subject.