ICC Champions Trophy 2025
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to begin on February 19, 2025, heralding a major return of international cricket to Pakistan after almost thirty years. This esteemed tournament will showcase eight of the world’s leading cricketing nations battling it out in a series of exciting One Day International (ODI) matches.
Tournament Overview
The Champions Trophy is scheduled to take place from February 19 to March 9, 2025, featuring matches at different venues in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The teams that will be participating are:
. Group A
Pakistan, India, New Zealand, Bangladesh
. Group B
Australia, England, South Africa, Afghanistan
Match Schedule
The group stage matches are scheduled as follows:
February 19:
Pakistan takes on New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi.
February 20:
Bangladesh faces India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai.
February 21:
Afghanistan competes against South Africa at the National Stadium in Karachi.
February 22:
Australia goes up against England at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
February 23:
Pakistan squares off with India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai.
February 24:
Bangladesh will face New Zealand at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.
February 27:
Pakistan will take on Bangladesh at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.
March 2:
New Zealand will compete against India at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.
The top two teams from each group will move on to the semi-finals, which are set to take place as follows:
March 4:
Semi-final 1 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.
March 5:
Semi-final 2 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
The final match is set to take place on March 9, 2025, at either the Dubai International Cricket Stadium or Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Venues:
The tournament will take place at the following venues:
Karachi:
National Stadium Lahore: Gaddafi Stadium
Rawalpindi:
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Dubai: Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Broadcasting and Streaming:
Cricket fans around the globe can enjoy the live matches through a range of broadcasters and streaming services. In India, Disney Star will air the matches, and they can also be streamed on their digital platforms. For those in the United States, Willow TV will deliver extensive coverage. Moreover, the ICC’s official streaming service, ICC.tv, will provide live streams in areas where it is accessible.
Significance:
This edition of the Champions Trophy is particularly meaningful as it signifies Pakistan’s return as a host nation for an ICC event after a long break since 1996. The tournament is anticipated to rekindle the love for cricket among Pakistani fans and highlight the country’s hospitality and organizational skills. Former captains such as Inzamam Ul Haq, Misbah Ul Haq, and Aamer Sohail have shared their hopes that the event will help fans reconnect with the sport and enhance its popularity in the region.
List of ICC Champions Trophy Winners (1998-2025)
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