The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is down to its showdown, and the world of cricket is glued to the intense matches between the top teams. India has made it to the finals after a four-wicket win over Australia in the first semifinal, where they chased down 265 with ease, with Virat Kohli’s 84 being the anchor.
Due to security concerns regarding travel to Pakistan, the much-anticipated final will now occur at the Dubai International Stadium instead of Lahore. India is set to compete against the South Africa vs New Zealand semi final winner on March 9.
In the first semifinal at the Dubai International Stadium, Australia scored 264, with Steve Smith (73) and Alex Carey (61) contributing heavily. But India remained calm in the chase, with Kohli’s 84 off 98 balls steering them to a 48.1 over win. This is India’s 5th appearance in the Champions Trophy finals.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final Match Details
- Date: March 9, 2025
- Venue: Dubai International Stadium, UAE
- Toss Timing: 2:00 PM IST
- Match Start Time: 2:30 PM IST
- Teams Qualified: India and the winner of the South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal
The final is taking a particular shape, with India facing South Africa or New Zealand, which has been impressive throughout the tournament. Cricket fans around the world are waiting for this big performance.
Where to Watch the ICC Champions Trophy Final
- Live Telecast:
- India: Star Sports Network
- Global: Official ICC broadcasting partners
- Live Streaming:
- India: JioCinema app and Hotstar website
- Other regions: Platforms like Sky Sports (UK) and Willow TV (USA)
India’s Champions Trophy Legacy
India has a glorious record in the Champions Trophy, which has won the title on the last two occasions. Their first success came in 2002 when they jointly won the trophy with Sri Lanka after rain interrupted the finals. In 2013, led by MS Dhoni, India celebrated a notable triumph over England. The Men in Blue are now determined to claim their third ICC Champions Trophy title in the 2025 edition.