The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025, marking its return after an eight-year hiatus. The tournament will be co-hosted by Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Participating Teams:
The tournament features eight teams divided into two groups:
- Group A:
- Pakistan (Hosts and defending champions)
- India
- New Zealand
- Bangladesh
- Group B:
- Australia
- England
- South Africa
- Afghanistan
Notably, Afghanistan will make their debut in this edition, while former champions Sri Lanka did not qualify.
Venues:
Matches will be held across the following venues:
- Pakistan:
- National Stadium, Karachi
- Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- United Arab Emirates:
- Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
India’s matches are scheduled to be played in Dubai.
Tournament Format:
The Champions Trophy will follow a group stage and knockout format:
- Group Stage: Each team plays the others in their group once.
- Knockout Stage: The top two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals, leading to the final.
Key Fixtures:
- Opening Match: Pakistan vs. New Zealand on February 19, 2025, at National Stadium, Karachi.
- India vs. Pakistan: February 23, 2025, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
The final is scheduled for March 9, 2025, with the venue to be confirmed.
Broadcasting in India:
In India, matches will be broadcast on Star Sports and available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.
Point Table
| Pos | Team | P | W | L | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Afghanistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Australia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Bangladesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  India | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  New Zealand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  Pakistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 |  South Africa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 - Full Match Schedule
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(Sunday)
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National Stadium, Karachi Pakistan vs New Zealand |
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(Monday)
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Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai Bangladesh vs India |
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(Tuesday)
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ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
National Stadium, Karachi Afghanistan vs South Africa |
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(Wednesday)
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ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Australia vs England |
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(Thursday)
2:30 PMICC Champions Trophy
ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai Pakistan vs India |
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(Friday)
2:30 PMICC Champions Trophy
ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi Bangladesh vs New Zealand |
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(Saturday)
2:30 PMICC Champions Trophy
ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi Australia vs South Africa |
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(Sunday)
2:30 PMICC Champions Trophy
ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Afghanistan vs England |
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(Monday)
2:30 PMICC Champions Trophy
ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi Pakistan vs Bangladesh |
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(Tuesday)
2:30 PMICC Champions Trophy
ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Afghanistan vs Australia |
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(Wednesday)
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ICC Champions Trophy - 2025
National Stadium, Karachi South Africa vs England |
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(Thursday)
2:30 PMICC Champions Trophy
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Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai New Zealand vs India |