Champions Trophy Venue Mess: Australia, South Africa To Fly To Dubai, One May Return To Pakistan A Day Later

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:35pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday Sports

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025's scheduling has sparked criticism as Australia and South Africa face unnecessary travel ahead of the semi-finals. While India remains in Dubai for all matches, Australia and South Africa will fly to Dubai on Saturday but may return to Pakistan just a day later. The Group A runner-up faces the Group B winner, meaning one team will have to relocate twice before the knockout stage. Players, including Rassie van der Dussen and Pat Cummins, have criticized India’s venue advantage. The final semi-final match-ups will be confirmed after India's clash with New Zealand on Sunday.

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