Semi-final match-ups confirmed for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
India will play Australia in the first semi-final on Tuesday, in Dubai, while New Zealand will play South Africa in the second semi-final on Wednesday, in Lahore.
Here is all you need to know about the semi-finals. Semi-final fixtures for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 India v Australia: Dubai International Stadium, Tuesday 4th March, starting at 1pm local time (9am GMT).
Dubai International Stadium, Tuesday 4th March, starting at 1pm local time (9am GMT). South Africa v New Zealand: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Wednesday 5th March, starting at 2pm local time (9am GMT).
Spinners give India third win in a row | Match Highlights | Champions Trophy 2025
The winners of the semi-finals will meet in the final on Sunday 9th March, in a venue to be confirmed. ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 News Men's News
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