The Champions Trophy 2025 final is all set for March 9 in Dubai, where India and New Zealand will battle for glory. Fans across the world are waiting eagerly for this big clash. But what if something unexpected happens—like heavy rain—and the match doesn’t happen? Will we still get a winner, or will the trophy remain undecided? Let’s break it down in the simplest way possible.
What Happens If Rain Spoils the Match?
Nobody wants a cricket match to get washed out—especially not the final! Imagine waiting for weeks, feeling the excitement, and then watching rain take away the fun. Unfortunately, rain has already spoiled three matches in this tournament. And if it happens in the final, here’s what will go down:
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1) If rain stops play on March 9, the officials won’t declare it over immediately. They will try again on March 10.
2) But what if rain ruins the match on both days? In that case, there will be no single winner. Instead, both India and New Zealand will be declared joint champions and will share the trophy. It’s not the most exciting result, right? But that’s the rule!
3) If at least 25 overs per team are played before rain interrupts, then the Duckworth-Lewis method will decide the winner based on the scores at that point.
Has This Ever Happened Before?
Sadly, yes! And guess what? India was part of that match too.
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Back in 2002, the Champions Trophy final between India and Sri Lanka ended in heartbreak. Rain interrupted the match—not once, but twice! Despite all efforts, the game couldn’t be completed. The result? Both teams had to share the trophy. Fans were disappointed because they wanted one clear winner.
This time, everyone is hoping for good weather and a thrilling final. After all, a championship like this deserves a proper fight till the end—not a rain-hit disappointment! Fingers crossed for clear skies and an exciting match