The spectacle that is the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy will finally come to Rawalpindi with an exciting Group A fixture as Bangladesh takes on New Zealand. With both teams vying for a win, this encounter promises to be a battle of adaptability and sound strategy.
After a tough start to their Champions Trophy campaign, Bangladesh will be desperate to bounce back and keep their semi-final hopes alive. Their batting lineup has struggled to find rhythm, and they will need a solid performance to challenge a well-drilled New Zealand side. Meanwhile, the Black Caps will be looking to capitalize on Bangladesh’s vulnerabilities, maintain their winning form while sealing their passage to the knockout stages of the competition.
The conditions in Rawalpindi could play a crucial role in shaping the result as it will be the first game on the surface. Both teams will be wary of that fact and need to adjust accordingly. If you are not one of the spectators watching this game in the stadium, here’s how you can catch all the action live:
Cricket fans in Bangladesh can tune in via Nagorik TV and T Sports, while the match will be available on Sky Sport NZ for New Zealand viewers. Digital streaming options vary by region, ensuring global accessibility.
In Pakistan, PTV Sports and Ten Sports will broadcast the game on cable TV.
| Region | TV Broadcast | Digital Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | Nagorik TV, T Sports | Toffee app |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | NOW, SkyGo app |
| India | Star Sports, Sports18 | JioCinema (16 feeds, 9 languages) |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket, Main Event, Action | SkyGO, NOW, Sky Sports App |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow on the Cricbuzz app (Hindi available) |
| Australia | Not available on TV | Amazon Prime Video (Hindi available) |
| South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| Middle East & North Africa (MENA, UAE) | CricLife MAX, CricLife MAX2 | STARZPLAY |
| Afghanistan | ATN | Not available |
| Sri Lanka | Maharaja TV (TV1) | Sirasa app |
| Other Regions (Nepal, Japan, Malaysia, etc.) | ICC.tv | ICC.tv (free in 80+ territories) |
For fans preferring to watch the match online, various digital platforms will provide coverage across different regions.
| Platform | iOS | Play Store | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamasha | [LINK] | [LINK] | [LINK] |
| PTCL Shoq | [LINK] | [LINK] | [LINK] |
| Tapmad | [LINK] | [LINK] | [LINK] |
| Myco | [LINK] | [LINK] | [LINK] |
With Bangladesh fighting to stay alive in the tournament and New Zealand aiming to reach the semifinals of the Champions Trophy, this match is set to be a thriller. Stay tuned for what promises to be another exciting Champions Trophy showdown!