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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released the official schedule for the highly anticipated tri-series featuring Pakistan, New Zealand, and South Africa. This exciting series will take place from February 8 to 14, 2025.
Tri-Series Schedule & Match Timings
The series will follow a single-league format, with matches hosted at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, and National Bank Stadium, Karachi.
Match Fixtures:
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan vs New Zealand | February 8, 2025 | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 2:00 PM |
| New Zealand vs South Africa | February 10, 2025 | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 9:30 AM |
| Pakistan vs South Africa | February 12, 2025 | National Bank Stadium, Karachi | 2:00 PM |
| Final | February 14, 2025 | National Bank Stadium, Karachi | 2:00 PM |
Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium: A Modernized Venue
The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore has undergone significant upgrades to enhance the match experience.
- Seating capacity has been increased.
- 480 LED lights have been installed for better visibility.
- New chairs have been added for spectators.
- Two digital replay screens have been introduced to enrich the viewing experience.
These enhancements aim to provide a world-class cricket experience for players and fans.
National Bank Stadium, Karachi: A Revamped Cricket Hub
The National Bank Stadium in Karachi has also received a major facelift.
- 350 LED lights have been installed for improved match conditions.
- 5,000 new chairs have been added for spectators.
- A new hospitality enclosure has been built for players and officials.
These improvements will ensure smooth hosting of international matches, including the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Teams’ Training Sessions Before the Tournament
All three teams will hold intensive training sessions before the series kicks off.
- Pakistan & New Zealand will train under lights at Gaddafi Stadium on February 6.
- South Africa will have its first training session at the same venue on February 9.
These sessions will help teams acclimatize to local conditions ahead of the high-stakes encounters.
Why This Tri-Series Matters?
This series serves as perfect preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
- Teams will test their squad combinations before the major tournament.
- Pakistan gets an opportunity to showcase its upgraded cricket venues.
- The series provides valuable international exposure for all three sides.
The Pakistan, New Zealand, and South Africa tri-series is set to deliver thrilling cricket action. With upgraded venues, top-tier teams, and competitive matches, this tournament promises an exciting build-up to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Check out the Champions Trophy Schedule, Champions Trophy Live Score, Champions Trophy Squads , Champions Trophy Stats Champions Trophy Tour, Champions Trophy Venues & Champions Trophy Latest News here!
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
Pakistan vs New Zealand - 1st Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs India - 2nd Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs South Africa - 3rd Match, Group B | Australia vs England - 4th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs India - 5th Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs New Zealand - 6th Match, Group A | Australia vs South Africa - 7th Match, Group B | Afghanistan vs England - 8th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs Bangladesh - 9th Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs Australia - 10th Match, Group B | England vs South Africa - 11th Match, Group B | New Zealand vs India - 12th Match, Group A | TBA vs TBA, 1st Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, 2nd Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, Final |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Teams
PAKISTAN | NEW ZEALAND | BANGLADESH | INDIA | AFGHANISTAN | SOUTH AFRICA | AUSTRALIA | ENGLAND
