India, March 1 -- Uncertainty looms over the travel plans of Australia and South Africa as they prepare for the Champions Trophy semi-finals without knowing their exact venue. The two teams will fly to Dubai ahead of their knockout clashes despite the possibility of having to return to Pakistan within 24 hours. Australia qualifed for the semi-finals on Friday after their match against Afghanistan was washed out, while the Proteas confirmed their final four spot on Saturday.

Dubai is set to host the first semi-final on Tuesday, while the second will be played in Lahore a day later. India, already assured of a semi-final spot, will remain in Dubai for their matches, having opted out of traveling to Pakistan.

However, with Group A standing...