The schedule for the Champions Trophy 2025, which will be held in Pakistan, has been revealed.
The event marks a significant occasion as it is the first ICC event hosted by Pakistan since the 1996 World Cup. The tournament is set to run from February 19 to March 9, 2025, featuring the top eight ODI teams.
The teams are divided into two groups of four. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, which are scheduled for Karachi on March 5 and Rawalpindi on March 6. The final will be held in Lahore on March 9.
Teams
Pakistan (Host)
Afghanistan
Australia
India
England
South Africa
New Zealand
Bangladesh
Groups
Group A: Australia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, New Zealand
Group B: India, Pakistan, South Africa, England
Venues
Matches will be held across three major cities in Pakistan.
1. Lahore
2. Karachi
3. Rawalpindi
Lahore will be hosting the final on the 18th of June.
Detailed schedule
Opening match- February 19: Pakistan vs New Zealand in Karachi.
February 24: Pakistan vs Bangladesh in Rawalpindi.
March 1: Pakistan vs India in Lahore
Semi-Finals
The first semi-final will be held in Karachi on March 5.
The second semi-final is scheduled for Rawalpindi on March 6.
Final: The grand finale will be hosted in Lahore on March 9, concluding the tournament with a decisive and exciting match.
Complete schedule
February 19: New Zealand vs Pakistan – Karachi
February 20: Bangladesh vs India – Lahore
February 21: Afghanistan vs South Africa – Karachi
February 22: Australia vs England – Lahore
February 23: New Zealand vs India – Lahore
February 24: Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Rawalpindi
February 25: Afghanistan vs England – Lahore
February 26: Australia vs South Africa – Rawalpindi
February 27: Bangladesh vs New Zealand – Lahore
February 28: Afghanistan vs Australia – Rawalpindi
March 1: Pakistan vs India – Lahore
March 2: South Africa vs England – Rawalpindi
March 5 Semi-final: TBC vs TBC – Karachi
March 6 Semi-final: TBC vs TBC – Rawalpindi
March 9 Final: TBC vs TBC – Lahore
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