New Zealand March Into Champions Trophy 2025 Final, Face India in Dubai
New Zealand stormed into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final with a dominant 50-run victory over South Africa in the semi-final at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. With this win, the Kiwis are now set to face India in the much-anticipated final in Dubai.
Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson Star for New Zealand
Winning the toss and electing to bat first, New Zealand posted a massive total of 362/6 in 50 overs. The innings was powered by a spectacular 164-run stand between Rachin Ravindra (108 off 101) and Kane Williamson (102 off 94).
Ravindra continued his love affair with ICC events, scoring his fifth ODI century, while Williamson achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first New Zealand batter to surpass 19,000 international runs.
South Africa’s Collapse and Miller’s Lone Fight
Chasing 363, South Africa got off to a slow but steady start, with Temba Bavuma (56) and Rassie van der Dussen (50) stitching together a crucial 105-run partnership. However, once Bavuma fell to Mitchell Santner, the innings collapsed dramatically.
Santner turned the game on its head, dismissing Van der Dussen and Heinrich Klaasen in quick succession. With wickets tumbling, David Miller (100 off 67)* launched a blistering late assault, smashing 48 runs in the last three overs to bring up his century. His fightback, however, came too late, as South Africa fell 50 runs short.
New Zealand’s Batting Masterclass – Ravindra & Williamson Lead the Charge
Winning the toss and batting first, New Zealand piled up a mammoth 362/6 in 50 overs. The innings was built on a massive 164-run partnership between Rachin Ravindra (108 off 101) and Kane Williamson (102 off 94).
- Ravindra’s fifth ODI century in ICC events highlighted his rising dominance.
- Williamson became the first New Zealand batter to cross 19,000 international runs, showcasing his legendary status.
- The Kiwis accelerated in the final 10 overs, smashing 111 runs to push the total beyond South Africa’s reach.
India vs New Zealand – Another ICC Final Awaits!
With this win, New Zealand sets up a blockbuster final against India in Dubai. The last time these two sides met in an ICC final, New Zealand triumphed in the 2019 WTC Final. This time, India will have the home-like advantage in UAE conditions.
🔥 Can India break their 11-year ICC trophy drought, or will New Zealand clinch another title?
India vs. New Zealand – The Grand Final Awaits
With this win, New Zealand now marches into the Champions Trophy 2025 Final, where they will lock horns with India in Dubai. Can the Black Caps clinch the trophy, or will India take home the title?
🔥 Stay tuned for all the latest updates on the Champions Trophy Final!
