The ICC tournaments have seen several teams consistently perform at the highest level. With the semi-finalists of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 now confirmed, it’s a great time to look at the teams with the most semi-final appearances in ICC history. India leads the list, followed by Australia and New Zealand.
- India leads with 19 semi-final appearances in ICC tournaments.
- Australia and New Zealand follow closely with 17 appearances each.
- Pakistan (16), England (15), and South Africa (13) have also been regular contenders.
- West Indies and Sri Lanka have 11 semi-final appearances each.
India Leads the List of ICC Semi-Finalists
India has reached the semi-finals 19 times, making them the most consistent team in ICC events. Their journey has been marked by dominant performances across formats. Australia and New Zealand follow closely, each with 17 semi-final appearances.
Top Teams with Most ICC Semi-Final Appearances
Here’s a look at the teams that have performed consistently over the years:
Teams with Most Semi-Final Appearances:
| Team | ICC semi-finals |
|---|---|
| India | 19 |
| Australia | 17 |
| New Zealand | 17 |
| Pakistan | 16 |
| England | 15 |
| South Africa | 13 |
| West Indies | 11 |
| Sri Lanka | 11 |
Current ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finalists
The semi-finalists for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 are:
- India
- New Zealand
- Australia
- South Africa
These teams topped their groups and will now compete for a place in the final.
Upcoming Semi-Final Matches
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finals will take place as follows:
- March 2 – India vs. Australia/South Africa in Dubai
- March 4 – New Zealand vs. Australia/South Africa in Lahore
Can India Reclaim the Champions Trophy?
India won the ICC Champions Trophy last in 2013. With their dominant performances in recent tournaments, they have a strong chance to lift the trophy again. However, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa will be tough competitors.
The history of ICC tournaments has seen India, Australia, and New Zealand dominate the semi-final stage. With the Champions Trophy 2025 heading into the knockouts, these teams will be eager to add another title to their legacy.
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