ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 schedule announced

The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 schedule has been officially announced, marking the return of this prestigious tournament after an eight-year hiatus. The tournament will take place from February 19 to March 9, 2025, across venues in Pakistan and Dubai.

• Opening Match: The tournament kicks off with the host nation, Pakistan, facing New Zealand in Karachi on February 19.
• Final Match: The final is scheduled for March 9 in Lahore, unless India qualifies, in which case it will be held in Dubai.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule Groups

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group A

• Bangladesh
• India
• New Zealand
• Pakistan (Host)

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group B

• Afghanistan
• Australia
• England
• South Africa

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule

Here’s a detailed look at the fixtures for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025:

Scheduling table

Champions Trophy 2025 Host Country

Pakistan will host the Champions Trophy in 2025, marking a significant return to the international cricket scene. This event, co-hosted with India and Sri Lanka in 1996, is especially important because it signifies Pakistan’s resilience following the 2009 attack on the Sri Lankan cricket team and demonstrates the government’s commitment to robust security for international sporting events. The tournament’s success will highlight Pakistan’s dedication to restoring its global cricketing prominence. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the government are working together to ensure a safe and successful tournament, fostering international competition and boosting Pakistan’s economy through tourism and related activities.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Format

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will utilize a traditional format. Eight top ODI teams are divided into two groups of four, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals. The winners of the semi-finals will then compete in the final. This structure ensures compelling group-stage matches and high-stakes knockout rounds where every game is crucial. Each match represents a battle for national pride and international prestige.

Teams Qualified for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy

Pakistan automatically qualified for the 2025 Champions Trophy as the host nation. The remaining seven teams earned their spots based on their performance in the highly competitive 2023 Cricket World Cup. This year’s tournament is notable for Sri Lanka’s absence—the first time a former champion has failed to qualify—and Afghanistan’s debut appearance.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Venues

Matches will be held at three venues in Pakistan: Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. The Dubai International Cricket Stadium will host all matches involving India as part of a neutral venue agreement.

Karachi

• Stadium: National Stadium
• Capacity: 32,000

Lahore

• Stadium: Gaddafi Stadium
• Capacity: 27,000

Rawalpindi

• Stadium: Rawalpindi Stadium
• Capacity: 15,000

Conclusion

The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy is set to be an exciting event for cricket fans worldwide as teams compete for the coveted title and the iconic white winners’ jackets. With high-profile matches including the much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai, this tournament promises thrilling cricketing action over its duration. For more information on ticket registration and updates regarding the tournament, fans are encouraged to visit the official ICC website.

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