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IND vs NZ Weather Report: Who Will Be Crowned Champions If the 2025 Champions Trophy Final Gets Washed Out?

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final is set to be an electrifying showdown between India and New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, March 9. This will be the second meeting between the two teams in the tournament, with India securing a 44-run victory over New Zealand in the group stage.

Road to the Final

🏏 India’s Journey

  • Defeated Bangladesh by six wickets
  • Defeated Pakistan by six wickets
  • Defeated New Zealand by 44 runs (Group Stage)
  • Defeated Australia by four wickets (Semi-Final)

🏏 New Zealand’s Journey

  • Defeated Pakistan by 60 runs
  • Defeated Bangladesh by five wickets
  • Lost to India by 44 runs (Group Stage)
  • Defeated South Africa by 50 runs (Semi-Final)

Both teams will be keen on lifting the Champions Trophy title, with India seeking their third title and New Zealand eyeing their first-ever win.

What Happens If the Champions Trophy Final Gets Washed Out?

🌤 Weather Forecast for March 9
According to AccuWeather, the Dubai International Cricket Stadium is expected to witness clear skies with no rain in the forecast. Temperatures are likely to reach up to 31°C, making for ideal cricketing conditions.

Reserve Day in Place
If bad weather disrupts play on March 9, the final will be moved to the reserve day on March 10. The International Cricket Council (ICC) had allocated reserve days for both semi-finals and the final to ensure a fair conclusion.

🏆 Who Will Be Declared the Champion If the Match is Washed Out?

  • If both match days (March 9 & 10) get completely washed out, India and New Zealand will be declared joint winners.
  • This rule follows ICC’s policy of not using the group stage standings to decide a winner in case of a washout.

🔄 History Repeats?
Interestingly, a similar situation occurred in the 2002 Champions Trophy final between India and Sri Lanka. The match was played on September 29, but rain interrupted both days, leading to the teams being declared joint winners.

With a clear weather forecast in Dubai, cricket fans can expect an uninterrupted and thrilling final between two of the world’s best teams!

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