Teams and Road to the Semi-Finals

After an intense group stage, the ICC Champions Trophy 2023 has narrowed down to four strong contenders. From Group A, India and New Zealand have emerged victorious. India secured the top spot with a commanding win over New Zealand in their final group match. Meanwhile, South Africa and Australia have advanced from Group B, with South Africa leading the pack after impressive performances against Afghanistan and England.

Semi-Final Schedule

The semi-finals promise thrilling cricket action as the top teams battle for a place in the final. Here's the schedule:

• Tuesday, 4 March: Semi-Final 1 - India vs Australia at Dubai International Stadium, 09:00 GMT
• Wednesday, 5 March: Semi-Final 2 - South Africa vs New Zealand at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, 09:00 GMT

India has chosen to play their matches in Dubai due to political tensions with Pakistan, which means they will remain in Dubai if they reach the final.

Reserve Days and Match Rules

The ICC has allocated reserve days for both semi-finals and the final to ensure the games are completed despite adverse weather conditions:

• First Semi-Final Reserve Day: Wednesday, 5 March (08:00 GMT)
• Second Semi-Final Reserve Day: Thursday, 6 March (09:00 GMT)
• Final Reserve Day: Monday, 10 March (09:00 GMT)

A minimum of 25 overs per side is required to constitute a match in the knockout stages, up from 20 in the group phase. If the final is washed out on both days, the trophy will be shared, and a super over will decide any tied matches.

How to Follow the Action

Stay tuned to the BBC for comprehensive coverage:

• Ball-by-ball commentary on BBC Sounds, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, and the BBC Sport website and app.
• Live text commentary and video highlights on the BBC Sport platform.
• Regular updates on the BBC Cricket Instagram and WhatsApp accounts.

In the UK, the tournament is available live on Sky Sports.

Previous Champions

The Champions Trophy has a rich history, with past winners including:

• 1998: South Africa
• 2000: New Zealand
• 2002: India and Sri Lanka (co-champions)
• 2004: West Indies
• 2006: Australia
• 2009: Australia
• 2013: India
• 2017: Pakistan

This year’s edition promises to add another exciting chapter to the tournament’s legacy. Don’t miss the action as the best teams compete for cricket glory!