The proposed schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to be hosted by Pakistan, has been unveiled, according to a report by The Telegraph on Sunday. The tournament will see matches held in Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Lahore from February 19 to March 9.
This edition of the Champions Trophy will feature the top eight teams from last year’s ODI World Cup, divided into two groups of four. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals. The semi-final matches are scheduled for March 5 and 6 in Karachi and Rawalpindi, respectively, with the final to be played in Lahore on March 9.
Group Composition and Matches:
The tournament opener will see Pakistan taking on New Zealand in Karachi on February 19. India will begin their campaign against Bangladesh in Lahore on February 20.
India will play all their group matches in Lahore, including a highly anticipated match against arch-rivals Pakistan on March 1. They will also face New Zealand on February 23.
England’s campaign will kick off against Australia in Lahore on February 22, followed by matches against Afghanistan on February 25, and South Africa in Rawalpindi on March 2.
Detailed Schedule:
All member countries have confirmed their support for the Champions Trophy to the International Cricket Council (ICC). However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will make its final decision after consulting with the Indian government.
The 2025 event marks the return of the ICC Champions Trophy after an eight-year hiatus.