With a commanding victory over England, South Africa has officially topped Group B in the Champions Trophy 2025, securing their place in the semi-finals. The Proteas will now face the second-placed team from Group A, a position that will be determined in tomorrow’s high-stakes clash between India and New Zealand.
India vs New Zealand: The Decisive Battle
As the group stage nears its conclusion, all eyes are on the much-anticipated showdown between India and New Zealand. Both teams have already sealed their semi-final berths, but the result of this match will dictate their path forward.
- If India wins, they will top Group A, sending New Zealand to second place, where they will meet South Africa in the semi-final on March 5 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
- If New Zealand wins, India will drop to the second spot and will then face South Africa in the first semi-final on March 4 at Dubai International Stadium.
South Africa’s Commanding Run
South Africa’s journey in the tournament has been nothing short of dominant. With a disciplined bowling attack and a formidable batting lineup, they started their campaign against Afghanistan and won the match by rattling their batting line-up as they won by a margin of 107 runs. Their next match against Australia ended in a washout with both the teams sharing one point each. The Proteas dismantled England in their final group-stage game, ensuring a top finish. Their consistency and adaptability across challenging conditions make them one of the strongest contenders for the trophy.
