India through to the semis

Team Young India has a point to prove and they are well on their way to proving it in the best possible manner. India's victory over hosts South Africa and subsequent entry into the semi-finals is a boost for new captain Dhoni and a shot in the arm for the youngsters who have demonstrated tremendous courage and determination. They are now in a position of strength against an Australian that has seemed vulnerable in this tournament with its two losses. If Young India can defeat them, it will set the stage for a tour that is going to be extremely hard fought because the Australians are known to pick themselves up from their defeats and come back on top.

But, what happens if they lose? There aren't too many people expecting them to win against Australia and a loss will not be very hard to digest. However, what they must be congratulated for is the fact that they have reached the semi-finals after bowing out from the World Cup not so long ago. The old guard is going to put down their bats soon and competition is fierce for the lucre that has come to be associated with the sport.

But, all that remains to be said at the end is, "We did it!!!"