Rare post-match moment: Steve Smith embraces Virat Kohli as KL Rahul hits winning six

As soon as KL Rahul smashed the winning six off Glenn Maxwell's delivery, an explosion of jubilant celebrations erupted within the Indian camp. KL Rahul's euphoric scream filled the air as senior teammates Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma embraced each other in a moment of pure ecstasy. The entire team was seen jumping with joy, relishing the exhilarating victory.

However, the focus soon shifted to Steve Smith and Virat Kohli, who first shook hands on the field. The duo hugged each other, and Smith was then seen placing his hands on Virat Kohli's chest.

This was a rare gesture by Smith, and he possibly showed his appreciation for 'chase master' Kohli, who once again was the guiding force behind India's successful chase.

Kohli warmly hugged Glenn Maxwell as well, his former teammate at Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The duo spoke for a brief while before shaking hands with other players.

Both Kohli and Smith had a good day at the office. However, it was Kohli's effort that triumphed over Smith and Australia. The 36-year-old was adjudged Player of the Match for his knock of 84 runs off 98 balls as India chased down the target of 265 with four wickets in hand and 11 balls to spare.

Who will India face in the final?

This is the third consecutive Champions Trophy for India and the side now awaits the winner of the South Africa versus New Zealand semi-final at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

India had won the Champions Trophy in 2013 while the side reached the final of the 2017 edition, eventually losing against Pakistan in the summit clash at the Oval, London.

Speaking of the semi-final between India and Australia, the latter won the toss and opted to bat first. Mohammed Shami returned with three wickets as Australia were bowled out for 264 in 49.3 overs.

Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja took two wickets each as well. Smith was Australia's top-scorer, playing a knock of 79 while Alex Carey scored 61.

India chased down the total comfortably as Virat Kohli (84), Shreyas Iyer (45) and KL Rahul (42*) played valuable knocks, not letting the pressure get the better of India.

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