Champions Trophy 2025 Final: New Zealand to Face India in Dubai After Semifinal Triumph Over South Africa

New Zealand has secured a place in the Champions Trophy 2025 final against India after a commanding 50-run victory over South Africa in the semifinal on Wednesday. The highly anticipated title clash will take place in Dubai on Sunday, March 9.

In a dominant batting display at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson both struck centuries, leading New Zealand to a record-breaking Champions Trophy total of 362-6. Ravindra’s 101-ball 108 and Williamson’s 102 off 94 balls laid the foundation for a formidable score, with Daryl Mitchell (49 off 37) and Glenn Phillips (49* off 27) providing the finishing touch.

Despite efforts from South Africa’s bowlers, including Lungi Ngidi (3-72) and Kagiso Rabada (2-70), the Kiwi batters capitalized on a batting-friendly pitch, adding 110 runs in the last 10 overs. Williamson’s innings marked his third consecutive century against South Africa, while Ravindra notched his fifth ODI hundred, all in ICC events.

South Africa, unable to contain the aggressive New Zealand lineup, now bows out of the tournament. Meanwhile, India, led by a crucial knock from Virat Kohli in their semifinal win over Australia, awaits the Kiwis in what promises to be an electrifying final in Dubai.

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