The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to bring cricket fans an action-packed tournament featuring the world’s top eight teams. Scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025, this event will be co-hosted by Pakistan and the UAE, making it the first Champions Trophy since 2017.
Participating Teams
The tournament will feature 8 top teams in two groups:
Group A
- Pakistan (Host)
- India
- New Zealand
- Bangladesh
Group B
- Afghanistan
- Australia
- England
- South Africa
Each team will compete in a round-robin format, with the top two from each group advancing to the semi-finals.
Venues for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Matches will be held in four major venues across Pakistan and the UAE:
- 🏟 National Stadium, Karachi
- 🏟 Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- 🏟 Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- 🏟 Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai (Neutral Venue)
Champions Trophy 2025 Match Schedule
The tournament will feature 15 high-intensity matches over 19 days.
Group Stage Matches
| Date | Match | Venue |
| 19 Feb | Pakistan vs New Zealand | Karachi |
| 20 Feb | Bangladesh vs India | Dubai |
| 21 Feb | Afghanistan vs South Africa | Karachi |
| 22 Feb | Australia vs England | Lahore |
| 23 Feb | Pakistan vs India | Dubai |
| 24 Feb | Bangladesh vs New Zealand | Rawalpindi |
| 25 Feb | Australia vs South Africa | Rawalpindi |
| 26 Feb | Afghanistan vs England | Lahore |
| 27 Feb | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | Rawalpindi |
| 28 Feb | Afghanistan vs Australia | Lahore |
| 1 Mar | South Africa vs England | Karachi |
| 2 Mar | New Zealand vs India | Dubai |
Knockout Stage
| Date | Match | Venue |
| 4 Mar | Semi-Final 1 (India if qualified) | Dubai |
| 5 Mar | Semi-Final 2 (Pakistan if qualified) | Lahore |
| 9 Mar | Final | Lahore* |
📌 If India qualifies for the final, it will be played in Dubai.
Key Players to Watch
🔹 Babar Azam (Pakistan) – A batting sensation.
🔹 Virat Kohli (India) – The backbone of India’s batting lineup.
🔹 Jos Buttler (England) – One of the most explosive batters.
🔹 Rashid Khan (Afghanistan) – A world-class spinner.
🔹 Pat Cummins (Australia) – Leading pace bowler.
Where to Watch ICC Champions Trophy 2025?
Cricket lovers can catch all the action live on:
- 📺 Star Sports, PTV Sports, Sky Sports, Willow TV
- 📡 Live streaming on Hotstar, ESPN+, and official ICC platforms.
Final Thoughts
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 promises thrilling cricket, historic rivalries, and unforgettable moments. With the Pakistan vs. India clash set for February 23, fans can expect a fiery contest.
🏆 Who will lift the Champions Trophy? Share your predictions in the comments!
