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The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as cricketing giants India and New Zealand lock horns in the Champions Trophy 2025 final under the dazzling lights of Dubai. With the tournament reaching its climax, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the list of match officials for the exciting summit clash.
Full-list of match officials for the Champions Trophy 2025 final
Australia’s Paul Reiffel and England’s Richard Illingworth have been assigned as the on-field officials for the Champions Trophy final, with Sri Lanka’s Ranjan Madugalle overseeing the match as the referee. Reiffel, a former Australian pacer who took over 200 wickets in Test and ODI cricket, was previously part of the officiating team for South Africa’s semifinal against New Zealand in Lahore.
Similarly, Illingworth, former England left-arm spinner, also officiated during India’s semifinal encounter with Australia in Dubai. A four-time recipient of the ICC Umpire of the Year award, Illingworth was in charge during the title clashes of the 2023 ODI World Cup in India and the 2024 T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies.
List of officials for the grand finale
- On-field Umpires: Paul Reiffel & Richard Illingworth
- Third Umpire: Joel Wilson
- Fourth Umpire: Kumar Dharmasena
- Match Referee: Ranjan Madugalle
India’s journey to the final
India, led by a dynamic captain Rohit Sharma, has been a force to reckon with. Their batting lineup, featuring stalwarts like Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer, has consistently delivered fireworks. The bowling combination featuring Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja, has dismantled opposition batting orders. India’s unbeaten run in the tournament, coupled with their adaptability to Dubai’s tracks and humid conditions, makes them the favorites to clinch the title.
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New Zealand’s road to glory
The Black Caps, under the astute leadership of Mitchell Santner, have once again proven their knack for punching above their weight in ICC events. With a balanced squad, New Zealand has relied on the consistency of Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra, alongside the firepower of Glenn Phillips. Their bowling attack, spearheaded by Matt Henry’s swing mastery and Santner’s experience, has played a vital role in their success as a team. Known for their composure in high-pressure games, the Kiwis will look to upset India’s juggernaut and claim their second Champions Trophy title.
