‘Gaddafi Stadium Knocked Out of Champions Trophy’ India’s Win Sparks Memes as Pakistan Loses ICC CT 2025 Final Hosting Rights

India Awaits Final Opponent as South Africa Faces New Zealand

Virat Kohli’s impressive 84 runs, along with KL Rahul’s unbeaten 42 and a quick 28 from Hardik Pandya, led India to victory in the first semifinal at the Dubai International Stadium. With this victory, India’s place in the Champions Trophy final has been confirmed for the third time in a row.

The winner of the second semifinal between South Africa and New Zealand, which is scheduled to be played in Lahore on Wednesday, will face India in the finals. The final has been scheduled for March  in Dubai

Champions Trophy Final Moved to Dubai After India’s Qualification

Before the beginning of the tournament, it was mutually decided that India would not travel to Pakistan. Consequently, India’s entry into the final confirmed that the match would be held in Dubai. Since Pakistan was eliminated in the group stage after losing to New Zealand and India, the opportunity to host the final is officially over.

After this news, the internet was filled with memes. One fan on X (formerly Twitter) joked, “Gaddafi Stadium knocked out of the Champions Trophy!”—expressing how Indian fans enjoyed the moment.