By Zainab Shafiq 
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has been an exhilarating tournament, with intense battles between the top cricketing nations. As the group stage nears its conclusion, the four teams that have secured their place in the semifinals are India, New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia.
While the final matchups will be confirmed after the India vs. New Zealand game on March 2, these four teams have showcased dominance in their respective groups, earning a shot at the coveted title. In this blog, we will analyze the journey of the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinalists, discussing their wins, losses, and key performances.
Group A: Dominance of India and New Zealand
1. India
India have been in exceptional form, winning both of their matches so far. Their journey to the semifinals has been marked by comprehensive victories over Pakistan and Bangladesh.
- India vs. Pakistan (February 23, 2025): India comfortably won by 6 wickets, chasing down the target with 45 balls remaining.
- India vs. Bangladesh (February 20, 2025): Another dominant performance saw India win by 6 wickets with 21 balls remaining.
With 4 points and a net run rate (NRR) of 0.647, India has sealed its place in the semifinals. However, their final group-stage match against New Zealand on March 2 will determine their semifinal opponent.
2. New Zealand
New Zealand have been equally impressive, also winning both of their matches so far.
- New Zealand vs. Pakistan (February 19, 2025): A commanding victory by 60 runs set the tone for their campaign.
- New Zealand vs. Bangladesh (February 24, 2025): A solid 5-wicket win ensured their semifinal spot.
With 4 points and an NRR of 0.863, New Zealand have shown their ability to dominate strong opponents. Their match against India on March 2 will decide their semifinal seeding.
Eliminated from Group A: Pakistan & Bangladesh
Pakistan and Bangladesh struggled throughout the tournament, both finishing with just 1 point each. Their match was abandoned due to rain, but neither team was able to secure a single victory, leading to their elimination.
Group B: South Africa and Australia March Ahead
3. South Africa
South Africa has been the most dominant team in Group B, finishing at the top with 5 points.
- South Africa vs. Afghanistan (February 21, 2025): A commanding 107-run victory showcased their strong batting and bowling unit.
- South Africa vs. England (March 1, 2025): They won comfortably by 7 wickets, chasing the target with 125 balls to spare.
- South Africa vs. Australia (February 25, 2025): This match was abandoned due to rain.
With an impressive NRR of 2.395, South Africa has been one of the most well-rounded teams in the tournament.
4. Australia
Australia finished second in Group B with 4 points, securing their place in the semifinals.
- Australia vs. England (February 22, 2025): A solid 5-wicket win established their strength early in the tournament.
- Australia vs. Afghanistan (February 28, 2025): The match ended with no result.
- Australia vs. South Africa (February 25, 2025): This game was abandoned due to rain.
Despite the rain-affected matches, Australia managed to progress, thanks to their win over England and superior NRR.
Eliminated from Group B: England & Afghanistan
England failed to register a single win, suffering three consecutive losses. Afghanistan, despite an impressive win over England, could not accumulate enough points due to their loss to South Africa and a rain-affected match against Australia.
Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinal Schedule
With the group stage wrapping up, here’s the schedule for the knockout phase:
- Semifinal 1 (March 4, 2025, Dubai International Stadium): India vs. TBD
- Semifinal 2 (March 5, 2025, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore): New Zealand vs. TBD
- Final (March 9, 2025, Venue TBD): Winner of Semi-final 1 vs. Winner of Semi-final 2
Once the India vs. New Zealand match is completed, the semifinal fixtures will be officially confirmed.
FAQs About the Champions Trophy 2025 Semifinalists
1. Which teams have qualified for the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals?
India, New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia have secured their places in the semifinals.
2. When are the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinals scheduled?
The first semifinal is on March 4 in Dubai, and the second is on March 5 in Lahore. The final is on March 9.
3. How did India and New Zealand qualify for the semifinals?
Both teams won their first two group-stage matches convincingly, securing 4 points each to confirm their semifinal spots.
4. Why did Pakistan and Bangladesh not qualify?
Pakistan and Bangladesh failed to win any matches, finishing with only 1 point each, leading to their elimination.
5. How did South Africa and Australia qualify from Group B?
South Africa topped the group with 5 points, and Australia followed with 4 points, thanks to their crucial win over England and rain-affected results.
With the semifinals approaching, cricket fans can expect thrilling encounters as the top four teams battle for a place in the final. Stay tuned for more updates on the Champions Trophy 2025!
Also, see:
WPL 2025 Complete Schedule and Squads