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New Zealand defeated South Africa in a one-sided encounter in the second semi-final of the Champions Trophy to reach the final of the Champions Trophy. This is New Zealand’s third Champions Trophy final overall.
Paul Reiffel and Richard Allingworth will officiate the final, while Joel Wilson will be the third umpire and Ranjan Madugalle will be the match referee. The Champions Trophy final will be played between India and New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday. India easily defeated Australia, while New Zealand qualified for the final by defeating South Africa in the semi-finals.
India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy Final Live Match
India has achieved a remarkable feat, qualifying for the final matches of three consecutive International Cricket Council (ICC) events for the third year in a row. This accomplishment positions India as the sole cricket team globally to have reached the finals of three successive ICC tournaments, a testament to their consistent performance on the international stage.
The “Blue Shirts” secured their place in the ICC Champions Trophy final by defeating Australia in a thrilling semi-final in Dubai. They are now set to compete on March 9th at the same venue against the winner of the South Africa versus New Zealand semi-final. This follows their impressive run in the ICC One Day World Cup 2023, hosted in India, where they reached the final undefeated, only to be edged out by Australia. In 2024, India continued their dominance in the ICC T20 World Cup, co-hosted by the USA and West Indies, again reaching the final undefeated and ultimately lifting the trophy by defeating South Africa.
India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy Final Live Score
Currently, in 2025, the ICC Champions Trophy is being held, with Pakistan as the host. Despite India’s decision to play their matches in Dubai under a hybrid model, their winning streak continues. They have remained undefeated in the tournament, defeating Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand in the initial stages, and then eliminating Australia, the current ODI and Test world champions, in the semi-final. Should India secure victory in the final on March 9th, they will lift the Champions Trophy for the first time in 12 years.
The excitement surrounding India’s qualification for the Champions Trophy final has triggered an unprecedented surge in demand and prices for tickets to the highly anticipated match. Reports from an Indian cricket website indicate that the moment India secured their place in the final, the market for tickets to the March 9th event in Dubai experienced an explosive increase. This frenzy is a clear indicator of the massive fan following and the high stakes of the tournament.
Immediately following India’s victory over Australia in the semi-final, cricket enthusiasts flooded online ticket booking platforms, eager to secure their spot at the final. The sheer volume of traffic led to virtual queues, with senior Indian journalist Amol Karhadkar sharing a screenshot on social media platform X showing over 14,000 people waiting in line hours before ticket sales officially began. This overwhelming response highlights the fervent desire of fans to witness the final match.
Furthermore, the resale market has also seen a dramatic spike in prices. Platforms like Viagogo have already made tickets available, with some being offered for as high as 600,000 rupees. Despite the exorbitant prices, these tickets are being snapped up rapidly, demonstrating the lengths to which fans are willing to go to be part of the event. With the second semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand taking place in Lahore, the winner of that match will face India in Dubai. Experts are currently favoring India, who remain undefeated in the tournament, to lift the Champions Trophy 2025.
Fahad Munir is a seasoned journalist and editor at Awam PK, specializing in sharing accurate and timely news, job updates, and educational information to the Pakistani audience.
