The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the match officials for the semi-finals of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, where India will face Australia, and South Africa will take on New Zealand.
First Semi-Final: India vs Australia (Dubai)
New Zealand’s Chris Gaffaney and England’s Richard Illingworth will officiate the much-anticipated clash between India and Australia in Dubai. Michael Gough will serve as the third umpire, while Andy Pycroft will oversee proceedings as the match referee.
Illingworth, who previously officiated India’s Group A encounter with New Zealand, will continue his duties in Dubai, while Gaffaney was initially scheduled to umpire Australia’s match against South Africa in Group B before it was affected by weather.
- On-field Umpires: Chris Gaffaney & Richard Illingworth
- Third Umpire: Michael Gough
- Fourth Umpire: Adrian Holdstock
- Match Referee: Andy Pycroft
Second Semi-Final: South Africa vs New Zealand (Lahore)
The second semi-final in Lahore will see Sri Lanka’s Kumar Dharmasena and Australia’s Paul Reiffel officiate the contest between South Africa and New Zealand. Joel Wilson will be the third umpire, with Ranjan Madugalle serving as the match referee.
Dharmasena previously officiated New Zealand’s Group A win over Bangladesh, while Reiffel was in charge when India secured victory against Pakistan.
- On-field Umpires: Kumar Dharmasena & Paul Reiffel
- Third Umpire: Joel Wilson
- Fourth Umpire: Ahsan Raza
- Match Referee: Ranjan Madugalle
With experienced officials in place, the stage is set for two thrilling semi-final encounters as the race for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 intensifies.
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