Australia smash India to set up New Zealand final

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Mitchell Johnson was key to their progress. Credit: PA

Steve Smith's centurion set the platform for Australia, as India were unable to cope with the big-hitting and precise bowling of the hosts.

Coming in at No.3, Smith struck 103 from 95 balls, including an 182 -run partnership with Aaron Finch, which helped Australia to 328-7 from their allotted overs.

Despite Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan putting on 76 for the first wicket, India were never close to the required rate.

Skipper MS Dhoni hit 65, but when he was run out the game was over bar the shouting.

Australia eventually winning by 95 runs.

Steve Smith hit a ton. Credit: PA