ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule: All You Need to Know

The ICC Champions Trophy is set to make a grand return in 2025, with Pakistan hosting the tournament from February 19 to March 9. This prestigious event will see the top eight ODI teams battle it out for glory. Here’s a comprehensive look at the Champions Trophy 2025 schedule, venues, and the participating teams.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule

Tournament Overview

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will feature 15 matches, including 12 group stage games, 2 semifinals, and the grand finale. The matches will be held across three iconic Pakistani cities: Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Teams

Eight teams will compete in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. These teams are the top-ranked men’s national teams in One Day International (ODI) cricket, including the host country, Pakistan.

The rankings at the end of the group stage of the ICC ODI World Cup determined which teams qualified for the competition. Here are the teams that are eligible for the Champions Trophy:

• Pakistan (Host)
• India
• Bangladesh
• New Zealand
• Afghanistan
• South Africa
• Australia
• England

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group Division

The top eight teams in the ICC ODI rankings as of the cut-off date have qualified for the tournament. These teams are divided into two groups:

Group A:

• Australia
• Bangladesh
• Afghanistan
• New Zealand

Group B:

• India
• Pakistan (Host)
• England
• South Africa

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule (Tentative)

The group stage matches are crucial as they determine which teams will progress to the knockout rounds. Here are some of the highly anticipated fixtures:

Here is the schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 formatted into a table:

Detailed 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 1: TBC vs TBC – Karachi
• March 6: Semi-final 2: TBC vs TBC – Rawalpindi
• March 9: Final: TBC vs TBC – Lahore

Note: Dates and schedule are expected and subject to change.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Format

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will mark the ninth installment of this prestigious cricket tournament, maintaining a structure similar to its 2017 edition. The tournament will feature eight teams, which have qualified based on their performance in the group stages of the 2023 Cricket World Cup.

Pakistan is set to host the event from February to March 2025, utilizing multiple venues, including a state-of-the-art cricket stadium in Islamabad. The teams will be organized into two groups of four.

Throughout the group stage, each team will face the other three teams in their group in a single round-robin format. The top two teams from each group will then move forward to the semi-finals. The winners of the semi-final matches will compete in the grand final for the championship title.

This format ensures a highly competitive atmosphere where every match has significant implications for the teams’ standings and chances to progress to the knockout stages. This information is based on the most current updates and may be subject to change as the event approaches.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Venue

The matches will be played in the following venues:

• Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore: Known for its vibrant atmosphere and passionate cricket fans, Lahore will host several key matches, including the final.
• National Stadium, Karachi: A historic venue that has seen many memorable cricketing moments.
• Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi: This venue will also play a significant role in hosting group stage matches.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule (Download)

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Historical Context and Significance

The ICC Champions Trophy, often regarded as the “Mini World Cup,” is a significant event in the cricketing calendar. First held in 1998, it provides a platform for the top teams to compete in a shorter format compared to the Cricket World Cup. Pakistan, the 2017 Champions Trophy winner, will look to leverage home advantage in this edition.

ICC Champions Trophy winners list

Year	Winner	Runner-up	Result	Final Venue
1998	South Africa	West Indies	South Africa won by 4 wickets	Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka
2000	New Zealand	India	New Zealand won by 4 wickets	Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi
2002	Sri Lanka & India	None	India and Sri Lanka declared joint winners	R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
2004	West Indies	England	West Indies won by 2 wickets	The Oval, London
2006	Australia	West Indies	Australia won by 8 wickets (D/L method)	Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
2009	Australia	New Zealand	Australia won by 6 wickets	SuperSport Park, Centurion
2013	India	England	India won by 5 runs	Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham
2017	Pakistan	India	Pakistan won by 180 runs	The Oval, London

Conclusion

The Champions Trophy 2025 promises to be a thrilling tournament, with intense rivalries and high-stakes matches. Fans around the world eagerly await the spectacle, with special attention on marquee clashes like India vs. Pakistan. As the event draws nearer, the excitement and anticipation continue to build.

For cricket enthusiasts, this tournament offers a perfect blend of top-tier cricket, historic venues, and unforgettable moments. Make sure to mark your calendars and stay tuned for what promises to be an exhilarating Champions Trophy 2025.

For detailed match schedules and updates, visit the official ICC website

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