The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is reaching its thrilling climax, with the semifinals set to showcase top-tier cricketing action. Scheduled for March 4 and 5, these knockout matches will determine the finalists of this prestigious ODI tournament, hosted primarily by Pakistan with the United Arab Emirates as a neutral venue.
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The four semifinalists—India, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa—have been confirmed, promising intense battles. All the teams had their share of hard luck through the round-robin group stage games and are getting ready to kick off the knockout stage.
The first semifinal kicks off on March 4 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, UAE. India, having excelled in Group A, will face Australia, a powerhouse from Group B. This venue was chosen as a neutral ground due to India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan amid political tensions, a decision finalized by the ICC and the Pakistan Cricket Board in December 2024. The match begins at 2:30 PM IST, with a reserve day on March 5 in case of rain disruptions.
The second semifinal is slated for March 5 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan, pitting New Zealand against South Africa. Starting at 2:00 PM PST (2:30 PM IST), this clash also has a reserve day on March 6, ensuring that weather won’t derail the outcome. Lahore, a key host city alongside Karachi and Rawalpindi, reflects Pakistan’s return to hosting global cricket after nearly three decades.
Both matches will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India, with streaming available on JioHotstar. Cricket fans worldwide eagerly await these decisive encounters in this marquee ICC tournament.
