Vaughan bids to beat Aussies in semis

Michael Vaughan is confident his team can put an end to their losing streak against Australia when they clash in the semi-finals.

England captain Michael Vaughan is confident his team can put an end to their miserable losing streak against Australia when they clash with the world champions in the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy.

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Australia have beaten England in their last 14 meetings in one-day matches and will be the overwhelming favourites to make it 15 at the Rose Bowl on Wednesday.

"Australia are the best team in the world and are playing some good stuff. They have just beaten a very good New Zealand side and we are looking forward to testing ourselves against the best team around," said Vaughan after England had made the last four with a 49-run (D/L) win against Sri Lanka on Saturday.

"We will try to play in a positive fashion. Many of our players have not appeared against Australia before so it will be a big experience. The Australians have been playing cricket on a different level and it is up to the rest of the world to catch up.

"We are looking forward to a big, tough game."