Islamabad, Feb 8: The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to captivate cricket enthusiasts from February 19 to March 9, 2025. This prestigious tournament will feature eight top-tier teams competing across venues in Pakistan and Dubai. The participating nations are divided into two groups:
Group A:
- Pakistan (Host)
- India
- New Zealand
- Bangladesh
Group B:
- Australia
- South Africa
- England
- Afghanistan
The tournament will commence with Pakistan facing New Zealand on February 19 in Karachi. A highlight of the group stage is the much-anticipated clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India, scheduled for February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This match is expected to draw significant global attention, given the storied rivalry between the two nations.
Complete Group Stage Schedule:
- February 19: Pakistan vs. New Zealand – National Stadium, Karachi
- February 20: Bangladesh vs. India – Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- February 21: Afghanistan vs. South Africa – National Stadium, Karachi
- February 22: Australia vs. England – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- February 23: Pakistan vs. India – Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- February 24: Bangladesh vs. New Zealand – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- February 25: Australia vs. South Africa – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- February 26: Afghanistan vs. England – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- February 27: Pakistan vs. Bangladesh – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- February 28: Afghanistan vs. Australia – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- March 1: South Africa vs. England – National Stadium, Karachi
- March 2: New Zealand vs. India – Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
The semi-finals are slated for March 4 and 5, with the first semi-final in Dubai and the second in Lahore. The grand finale is scheduled for March 9 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. However, if India qualifies for the final, the match will be relocated to Dubai to accommodate political considerations.
This edition of the Champions Trophy marks a significant milestone, as it is the first ICC event hosted by Pakistan since the 1996 World Cup. The tournament will be held across four venues: Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Dubai. Each city is set to host multiple matches, providing fans with ample opportunities to witness high-caliber cricket action.
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