The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy start date is February 19th, and the tournament will run until March 9th, 2025. Pakistan will host the International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy, a cricket tournament for the eight best-ranked men’s national teams in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Pakistan is the current defending champion, having won the 2017 edition.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule Team List Venue
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ICC Champions Trophy Overview
| Administrator | International Cricket Council |
| Format | One-Day International |
| First edition | 1998 Bangladesh |
| Latest edition | 2017 England Wales |
| Current edition | 2025 Pakistan |
| Tournament format | Group stage-Round-robin and Knockout |
| Number of teams | 8 |
| Current champion | Pakistan |
| Most successful Team | Australia India (2 titles each) |
| Most runs | Chris Gayle (791) |
| Most wickets | Kyle Mills (28) |
| Website | ICC Champions Trophy 2025 |
History of the ICC Champions Trophy
The ICC Champions Trophy is a special cricket tournament. It started to make ODI cricket popular and bring the best cricket teams in the world together to play exciting matches. The first tournament happened in 1998 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. South Africa won that first tournament, beating the West Indies in the final match.
In the beginning, the tournament was simple: if a team lost, they went home! But later, the tournament changed and became bigger, with teams playing in groups before the knockout matches. In 2002, the name became the ICC Champions Trophy, and something unusual happened: India and Sri Lanka both became winners together because rain stopped the final match twice in Colombo.
The tournament kept getting better and more thrilling. Australia was the first team to win two times in a row, in 2006 and 2009, showing how strong they were. In 2004, the West Indies beat England in an exciting match to win. In 2013, India won again by defeating England in a final that was shortened because of rain. Then, in 2017, something amazing happened: Pakistan beat their rivals India to win their first-ever Champions Trophy!
The ICC Champions Trophy 2017 was in England. Pakistan played brilliantly, even though they started as the lowest-ranked team. In the final, they beat India by 180 runs at The Oval, a huge victory that showed how strong Pakistan could be in cricket!
Past Champions:
1998: South Africa (1st edition)
2000: New Zealand
2002: India & Sri Lanka (joint winners)
2004: West Indies
2006: Australia
2009: Australia
2013: India
2017: Pakistan
Champions Trophy 2025 – Updates and Developments
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will happen from February 19 to March 9, 2025. This is a big cricket tournament that people all over the world are excited about! But there are some problems with choosing where it will be held.
The tournament was supposed to take place in Pakistan, but there are some worries about whether this will work out. Since India is one of the main teams playing in the tournament, there are questions about whether it is safe and possible for them to play in Pakistan.
Pakistan’s cricket board has been working hard to make the stadiums in Lahore and Karachi better. They fixed up places like Gaddafi Stadium and National Bank Cricket Arena so that they would be ready for the tournament. But now, people are talking about maybe moving the matches to the UAE, Sri Lanka, or South Africa.
This change is making things difficult for Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) because they really want to show that Pakistan is ready to host big cricket games.
Even though there is confusion about where the matches will be played, everyone is still very excited! Fans can’t wait to hear where the tournament will be so they can make plans to watch the games and cheer for their teams!
The Format of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy
The Champions Trophy 2025 will have a similar format to the past years. It will include the top eight ODI teams from around the world. These teams will compete in a fun and exciting tournament!
Here’s how the tournament will work:
- Group Stage: The teams are divided into two groups of four. Each team will play three matches against other teams in their group.
- Knockout Stage: The top two teams from each group will move to the semi-finals. The winners of the semi-finals will then play in the grand final to see who is the best!
This setup makes sure that all teams play at least three matches, so we get to see how strong and consistent each team is. It also makes the tournament very exciting, with only the best teams reaching the final matches!
Teams to Watch in 2025
Many cricket teams will try to win the Champions Trophy 2025. Some of the strongest teams are India, Australia, England, and Pakistan.
- India is always very good in big cricket tournaments. They really want to win this time because they came very close in 2017 but didn’t get the trophy.
- Australia is amazing at playing white-ball cricket. They have won the Champions Trophy two times before and will try hard to win their third one.
- England won the 2019 World Cup and are now one of the best teams in the world. They became much better with their captain, Eoin Morgan, and are very strong in short cricket matches.
- Pakistan won the last Champions Trophy in 2017. They will want to win again, especially if the tournament happens in Pakistan!
Other teams like New Zealand are always tough in ICC tournaments. The West Indies have already won the Champions Trophy two times and could be dangerous again. South Africa wants to do well this time. They won the first Champions Trophy in 1998, but they haven’t been lucky in recent years.
All these teams will fight hard to be champions!
2025 Champions Trophy Teams
The Champions Trophy 2025 is a big and exciting cricket tournament where the best 8 teams in the world will play to win the special title. The teams are split into two groups:
- Group A: Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and New Zealand.
- Group B: Australia, South Africa, England, and for the first time, Afghanistan.
The ICC Champions Trophy is loved by cricket fans everywhere. People are very excited to see which country will host the tournament. It might be played in Pakistan, or it could be moved to a different, neutral place.
The Champions Trophy has a long history full of amazing matches, famous players, and exciting moments. The year 2025 will bring more great cricket games, with lots of fun and competition. Fans are ready to cheer for their favorite teams and see the best of ODI cricket!
As the hosts, Pakistan were automatically qualified to participate. Seven of the other top-ranked teams from the group stage of the 2023 Cricket World Cup also participated. For the first time ever, reigning champions Sri Lanka did not make the cut, and this tournament will be Afghanistan’s maiden debut.
| Means of Qualification | Date | Venue | Champions Trophy 2025 Qualification Teams |
|---|---|---|---|
| Host Nation | 16 November 2021 | — | Pakistan |
| 2023 Cricket World Cup (Top 7 teams excluding host) | 5 October – 19 November 2023 | India | Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, New Zealand, South Africa |
| Total | — | — | 8 Teams |
Champions Trophy 2025 All Teams Squad/Player List
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule
The ICC has released the 2025 Champions Trophy schedule, which will take place in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9. Matches venue will be in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. Group A includes Pakistan, India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh, while Group B features Australia, England, Afghanistan, and South Africa.
| DATE | FIXTURE | VENUE |
| Feb, 19 | New Zealand vs Pakistan | Karachi |
| Feb, 20 | Bangladesh vs India | Lahore |
| Feb, 21 | Afghanistan vs South Africa | Karachi |
| Feb, 22 | Australia vs England | Lahore |
| Feb, 23 | New Zealand vs India | Lahore |
| Feb, 24 | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | Rawalpindi |
| Feb, 25 | Afghanistan vs England | Lahore |
| Feb, 26 | Australia vs South Africa | Rawalpindi |
| Feb, 27 | Bangladesh vs New Zealand | Lahore |
| Feb, 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 |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group stage
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group A
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | T | NR | Pts | NRR | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bangladesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Advance to knockout stage |
| 2 | India | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 3 | New Zealand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 4 | Pakistan (H) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
First match(es) will be played: 19 February 2025.
| Date | Teams | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 19 February 2025 | Pakistan v New Zealand | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 20 February 2025 | Bangladesh v India | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 23 February 2025 | India v New Zealand | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 24 February 2025 | Pakistan v Bangladesh | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 27 February 2025 | Bangladesh v New Zealand | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 1 March 2025 | Pakistan v India | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group B
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | T | NR | Pts | NRR | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Afghanistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Advance to knockout stage |
| 2 | Australia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 3 | England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 4 | South Africa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
First match(es) will be played: 21 February 2025.
| Date | Teams | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 21 February 2025 | Afghanistan v South Africa | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 22 February 2025 | Australia v England | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 25 February 2025 | Afghanistan v England | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 26 February 2025 | Australia v South Africa | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 28 February 2025 | Afghanistan v Australia | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 2 March 2025 | England v South Africa | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Knockout stage
PCB had stated that if India qualified for the semi-finals, they would play at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
| Semi-finals | Final |
|---|---|
| A1 (Winner of Group A) | SF1W (Winner of Semi-final 1) |
| B2 (Runner-up of Group B) | SF2W (Winner of Semi-final 2) |
| Final | |
| B1 (Winner of Group B) | Final Winner |
| A2 (Runner-up of Group A) |
This table represents the structure of the semi-finals and final rounds for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
| Date | Teams | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 5 March 2025 | TBD v TBD | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 6 March 2025 | TBD v TBD | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| 9 March 2025 | TBD v TBD | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
These matches represent the semi-finals and final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Pakistan.
champions trophy 2025 host
On November 16, 2021, during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Pakistan was confirmed as the host of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, After the 2009 assault on Sri Lanka’s national cricket team, Pakistan has not hosted a major tournament since the 1996 Cricket World Cup, which it shared with India and Sri Lanka. This will be the first major tournament that Pakistan has held alone since then.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Venues
Champions Trophy 2025 Venue Pakistan reportedly submitted three venues for the event on 28 April 2024. At Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. India will play the entire event in Lahore.
| City | Matches | Stadium | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lahore | 7 | Gaddafi Stadium | 27,000 |
| Karachi | 3 | National Stadium | 32,000 |
| Rawalpindi | 5 | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | 15,000 |
How to Buy the Champions Trophy 2025 Tickets?
There will be more information on how to purchase these tickets soon.
2025 Champions Trophy Live Broadcast Information
We will have more information on this as and when the ICC releases it closer to the start of the competition.
ICC Champions Trophy Winners List
| Year | Host Nation(s) | Winner | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Bangladesh | South Africa | West Indies |
| 2000 | Kenya | New Zealand | India |
| 2002 | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka and India | None |
| 2004 | England | West Indies | England |
| 2006 | India | Australia | West Indies |
| 2009 | South Africa | Australia | New Zealand |
| 2013 | England and Wales | India | England |
| 2017 | England and Wales | Pakistan | India |
ICC Champions Trophy Most Successful Teams
| TEAM | WINS |
| India | 2 (2002, 2013) |
| Australia | 2 (2006, 2009) |
| South Africa | 1 (1998) |
| New Zealand | 1 (2000) |
| Sri Lanka | 1 (2002) |
| West Indies | 1 (2004) |
| Pakistan | 1 (2017) |
All-Time Top 5 Run Scorers
| Rank | Runs | Player | Team | Matches | Innings | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 791 | Chris Gayle | West Indies | 17 | 17 | 2002–2013 |
| 2 | 741 | Mahela Jayawardene | Sri Lanka | 22 | 21 | 2000–2013 |
| 3 | 701 | Shikhar Dhawan | India | 10 | 10 | 2013–2017 |
| 4 | 683 | Kumar Sangakkara | Sri Lanka | 22 | 21 | 2000–2013 |
| 5 | 665 | Sourav Ganguly | India | 13 | 11 | 1998–2004 |
All-Time Top 5 Wickets-takers
| Rank | Wickets | Player | Team | Matches | Innings | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 | Kyle Mills | New Zealand | 15 | 15 | 2002–2013 |
| 2 | 24 | Muttiah Muralitharan | Sri Lanka | 17 | 15 | 1998–2009 |
| 3 | 24 | Lasith Malinga | Sri Lanka | 15 | 15 | 2006–2017 |
| 4 | 22 | Brett Lee | Australia | 16 | 15 | 2000–2009 |
| 5 | 21 | Glenn McGrath | Australia | 12 | 12 | 2000–2006 |
| 5 | 21 | James Anderson | England | 12 | 12 | 2006–2013 |
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