The schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has been officially announced.
This tournament holds immense significance for cricket fans as it is being hosted in Pakistan after nearly 29 years. The tournament will commence on February 19, 2025, and the final match will be played on March 9, 2025. It will follow a hybrid model, with matches hosted in both Pakistan and Dubai.
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1. Pakistan’s Role as Host for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Mohsin Naqvi, Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), expressed pride and joy in hosting the Champions Trophy. This is a historic moment for Pakistan, as the country last hosted a major ICC tournament in 1996.
- Host Cities: Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi
- Dubai will host matches involving the Indian team.
Naqvi described the event as a milestone for Pakistan cricket, emphasizing that it will showcase the country’s hosting capabilities on the global stage.
2. Tournament Format and Key Matches
A total of 8 teams will participate in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Group A: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, New Zealand
Group B: Afghanistan, South Africa (Other teams will be confirmed in the final schedule)
Key Matches:
- India vs Pakistan: February 23, 2025, Dubai
- Semi-Finals: March 4 (Dubai) and March 5 (Lahore)
- Final: March 9 (In Dubai if India qualifies; otherwise, in Lahore)
3. India’s Schedule and Venue Details
All matches of the Indian team will be held in Dubai.
- February 20: India vs Bangladesh, Dubai
- February 23: India vs Pakistan, Dubai
- March 2: India vs New Zealand, Dubai
- March 4: Semi-Final (If India qualifies)
- March 9: Final (If India qualifies, in Dubai)
4. ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Complete Schedule and Venues
| Date | Match Details | Venue/Ground | Time (IST) | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, Wed | Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match (Group A) | National Stadium, Karachi | 2:30 PM | 02:00 PM |
| Feb 20, Thu | Bangladesh vs India, 2nd Match (Group A) | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 2:30 PM | 01:00 PM |
| Feb 21, Fri | Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match (Group B) | National Stadium, Karachi | 2:30 PM | 02:00 PM |
| Feb 22, Sat | Australia vs England, 4th Match (Group B) | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 2:30 PM | 02:00 PM |
| Feb 23, Sun | Pakistan vs India, 5th Match (Group A) | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 2:30 PM | 01:00 PM |
| Feb 24, Mon | Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 6th Match (Group A) | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | 2:30 PM | 02:00 PM |
| Mar 04, Tue | TBC vs TBC, 1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2) | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 2:30 PM | 01:00 PM |
| Mar 05, Wed | TBC vs TBC, 2nd Semi-Final (B1 v A2) | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 2:30 PM | 02:00 PM |
| Mar 09, Sun | TBC vs TBC, Final | TBC | 2:30 PM | 02:30 PM |
5. Key Players to Watch Out For
India: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli
Pakistan: Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi
These players will be the center of attraction and have the potential to change the course of matches with their exceptional performances.
6. Historical Context
India:
- Winners: 2002 (Joint winners with Sri Lanka), 2013 (Under MS Dhoni’s captaincy)
- Runners-Up: 2017 (Lost to Pakistan in the final)
Pakistan:
- Winners: 2017 Champions Trophy
7. Conclusion
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to be a significant event in the cricketing world. The hybrid hosting model by Pakistan and Dubai will make this tournament a landmark event. Cricket fans across the globe eagerly await thrilling matches, especially the iconic India vs Pakistan clash.
Stay tuned for more updates and match analyses!
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