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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India vs New Zealand and Scheduling Controversy

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India vs New Zealand Live Score: Iyer, Pandya take India to 249/9 in Dubai

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has been marred by controversy over its scheduling, with cricket legend Sir Vivian Richards calling for answers on the chaotic travel arrangements for the semifinalists. Australia and South Africa were both forced to fly to Dubai to determine their semifinal opponents, highlighting the logistical absurdities of the tournament’s scheduling. The confusion stemmed from India playing all their matches in Dubai, meaning their final group-stage fixture against New Zealand would dictate the semifinal lineup.

Richards, a former West Indies captain and one of the sport’s most respected voices, did not hold back in his criticism of the governing body. The controversy over India’s fixed location in Dubai has been a persistent talking point throughout the tournament. Former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton have also questioned the advantage of India avoiding travel while other teams shuttle between venues. With the final also scheduled in Dubai – provided India makes it to the summit clash – critics argue that the ICC has failed to ensure a level playing field.

In the match between India and New Zealand, India batted first and scored 249/9 in 50 overs. Shreyas Iyer and Hardik Pandya were the top scorers for India, with Iyer scoring 79 runs and Pandya scoring 45 runs. Matt Henry was the pick of the bowlers for New Zealand, taking 5 wickets for 45 runs. The match was a crucial one for both teams, with India looking to top Group A and New Zealand looking to spoil their plans. The Champions Trophy has been a thrilling tournament so far, with many exciting matches and upsets.

The scheduling controversy has taken a backseat as the tournament enters its final stages. The semifinals will feature Australia, South Africa, India, and New Zealand, with the winners advancing to the final. The teams are gearing up for the knockout stages, and the fans are eagerly waiting to see who will be crowned the champion. The ICC will hope that the controversy over the scheduling does not overshadow the excitement of the tournament. Here are the match scores:

  • India vs New Zealand: India 249/9 in 50 overs
  • Australia vs Afghanistan: Match abandoned due to rain
  • South Africa vs England: South Africa won by 6 wickets
The tournament schedule is as follows:
  1. March 4: Semifinal 1 - India vs Australia/South Africa
  2. March 5: Semifinal 2 - New Zealand vs Australia/South Africa
  3. March 7: Final - Winner of Semifinal 1 vs Winner of Semifinal 2

The teams are ranked as follows:

  1. India - 6 points
  2. South Africa - 6 points
  3. Australia - 5 points
  4. New Zealand - 4 points
The player statistics are as follows:
  • Shreyas Iyer - 79 runs
  • Hardik Pandya - 45 runs
  • Matt Henry - 5 wickets

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