(CNN) -- Yuvraj Singh held his nerve to steer India into the last four of the World Cup and end Australia's 12-year reign as champions. Yuvraj struck a vital 57 not out to ensure co-hosts India reached their target of 261 with more than two overs to spare and book a semifinal clash with Asian rivals Pakistan. Earlier, captain Ricky Ponting had hit an imperious 104 and Brad Haddin a quickfire 53 as Australia reached a competitive total of 260-5. But half centuries from Sachin Tendulkar and Gautam Gambhir edged India towards their target before Yuvraj and Suresh Raina propelled them over the line.
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India defeat reigning Cricket World Cup champions Australia by five wickets
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Yuvraj Singh seals Indian victory as they book semifinal clash with Pakistan
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Ricky Ponting hits 104 but Australia's 12-year reign as World champions is over
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