2016 BNP Paribas Open (Indian Wells Masters) Men's Singles SF's - Novak Djokovic beat Rafael Nadal an enters the finals Saturday March 19,2016

Novak Djokovic toppled a resurgent Rafael Nadal in straight sets Saturday March 19,2016 and to reach the Indian Wells final, where he'll be seeking a third straight and record fifth overall title.

Novak Djokovic was the heavy favourite coming into the joint ATP and WTA Tour event and he showed why as he dispatched long-time rival and nine-time French Open champion Nadal 7-6 (7/5), 6-2.

Novak Djokovic and Nadal have butted heads 68 times with Djokovic now holding a 25-23 edge, including winning 10 of the last 11

Novak Djokovic beat Roger Federer in three sets in the title match here the past two years, and now aims to surpass the record of four Indian Wells titles he shares with the Swiss.

Novak Djokovic will meet Milos Raonic in the finals on Sunday March 20,2016

Rafael Nadal is also a multiple champion here having won three times in 2007, 2009 and 2013.

In the other Men's Singles SF's,Milos Raonic(Canada)beat David Goffin(Belgium)6-3,3-6,6-3