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Champions Trophy 2025: Who Will India Face In CT 2025 Semifinal?

India and New Zealand will face off on March 2 in their final group-stage match. While both teams have already qualified for semis, this match will decide who finishes at the top of Group A.

The semi-final lineup from Group A in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is now confirmed, with India and New Zealand advancing to the knockout stage. Indian fans are thrilled about India's qualification, but the big question remains - who will India face in CT 2025 semi-finals on March 4?

Group A Wrap-Up: Pakistan and Bangladesh eliminated

With India and New Zealand securing their spots, Pakistan and Bangladesh have been knocked out of the tournament. IND and NZ's final group-stage match, their clash on February 27 is now just a formality, having no impact on the semi-final lineup.

Who will India face in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal?

As per ICC Champions Trophy 2025 format, India's semi-final opponent remains undecided for now. The semi-finalists from Group B are yet to be confirmed, with South Africa, Australia, England, and Afghanistan still in contention.

Each team in Group B has played just one match so far, leaving the table wide open. The team that finishes second in Group B will face the top team from Group A (India or New Zealand) in the first semi-final on March 4 in Dubai.

India vs New Zealand on March 2: Battle for number 1 spot in Group A

India and New Zealand will face off on March 2 in their final group-stage match. While both teams have already qualified for semis, this match will decide who finishes at the top of Group A. The table topper will take on the second-placed team from Group B in the semi-finals.

Crucial clash in Group B: Australia vs South Africa (Today)

A key Group B fixture between Australia and South Africa is being played today (February 25). The winner of this match will take a major step toward semi-final qualification. With only the top two teams from each group advancing, every match in Group B is now crucial.

Champions Trophy Final on March 9 in Dubai

The final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be played on March 9 in Dubai. If Team India makes it to the final, they will once again play in Dubai. Although Pakistan is the official host of the tournament, all of India's matches are being held in Dubai due to security concerns and BCCI's decision to not tour Pakistan.

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Shivam Sharma is an Associate Producer at ABP Live English with seven years of experience in journalism. As a sports beat expert, he specialises in cricket and major sporting events, delivering accurate, engaging, and timely stories. His work combines strong editorial judgment with in-depth sports analysis for digital audiences.

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