The Champions Trophy final will be played between India and New Zealand. The match, set to take place at the Dubai International Stadium, has generated significant excitement. The ICC has also announced the names of the match officials for the final.

Champions Trophy Final: India vs. New Zealand – Match Officials Announced

The much-anticipated Champions Trophy 2025 final is set to take place between India and New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium. The match has generated significant buzz among cricket fans worldwide. Now, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the names of the match officials, including the on-field umpires, third umpire, and match referee.

On-Field Umpires

For the final match scheduled on March 9, Paul Reiffel and Richard Illingworth have been appointed as on-field umpires. Both are members of the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires and have previously officiated in the tournament’s semifinal matches.

Richard Illingworth was the on-field umpire in the India vs. Australia semifinal, while

Paul Reiffel officiated the New Zealand vs. South Africa semifinal.

Illingworth has won the ICC Umpire of the Year award four times and has also officiated in the finals of the 2023 ODI World Cup and the 2024 T20 World Cup.

He was also the umpire for the India vs. New Zealand group-stage match in this tournament.


Third Umpire and Fourth Umpire

Joel Wilson has been appointed as the third umpire for the final.

Kumar Dharmasena will take on the role of the fourth umpire.

Both officials are also part of the ICC Elite Panel and had key officiating roles in the second semifinal, where Dharmasena was an on-field umpire and Wilson was the third umpire.


Match Referee

Ranjan Madugalle has been appointed as the match referee.

He is the most experienced member of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees.


Team Performances So Far

Under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, Team India has remained undefeated in the tournament, securing victories against Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand in the league stage, and defeating Australia in the semifinal.

Meanwhile, New Zealand reached the final with an impressive win over South Africa in the second semifinal. Although they lost to India in the group stage, they remain a strong and competitive side that cannot be underestimated.

The India vs. New Zealand Champions Trophy final promises to be an exciting and high-stakes encounter!