The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be held after the 2023 ODI World Cup and the 2024 T20 World Cup. It marks the return of the tournament after an eight-year hiatus, with the International Cricket Council (ICC) officially confirming the event’s return in November 2021. The tournament will be held in Pakistan, with top teams competing for the prestigious trophy.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Overview
- Dates: February 21 – March 14, 2025
- Host Country: Pakistan
- Prize Money: $35 million, with $20 million for participation and $10 million for prize money and production costs.
Format
The tournament will follow a 50-over format, with 8 teams competing. These teams are the top-ranked ODI sides, with Pakistan qualifying automatically as the host nation. The teams will be divided into two groups, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals.
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Fixtures
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 19 February 2025 | New Zealand vs Pakistan | Karachi |
| 20 February 2025 | Bangladesh vs India | Lahore |
| 21 February 2025 | Afghanistan vs South Africa | Karachi |
| 22 February 2025 | Australia vs England | Lahore |
| 23 February 2025 | New Zealand vs India | Rawalpindi |
| 24 February 2025 | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | Lahore |
| 25 February 2025 | Afghanistan vs England | Lahore |
| 26 February 2025 | Australia vs South Africa | Rawalpindi |
| 27 February 2025 | Bangladesh vs New Zealand | Lahore |
| 28 February 2025 | Afghanistan vs Australia | Rawalpindi |
| 1 March 2025 | Pakistan vs India | Lahore |
| 2 March 2025 | South Africa vs England | Rawalpindi |
| 5 March 2025 | 1st Semi-Final | Karachi |
| 6 March 2025 | 2nd Semi-Final | Rawalpindi |
| 9 March 2025 | Final | Lahore |
Qualified Teams
The following teams have qualified for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 based on their performances in the 2023 ODI World Cup:
| Rank | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 18 |
| 2 | South Africa | 14 |
| 3 | Australia | 14 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 10 |
| 5 | Pakistan (Host) | 8 |
| 6 | Afghanistan | 8 |
| 7 | England | 6 |
| 8 | Bangladesh | 4 |
Groupings
- Group A: India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, New Zealand
- Group B: Australia, Afghanistan, England, South Africa
Venues
- Lahore: Gaddafi Stadium (7 matches, capacity: 27,000)
- Karachi: National Stadium (3 matches, capacity: 32,000)
- Rawalpindi: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium (5 matches, capacity: 15,000)
Top Players to Watch
- Rohit Sharma (India): Known for his explosive starts, Rohit Sharma will be crucial in setting the tone for India.
- Virat Kohli (India): The highest run-scorer in the 2023 ODI World Cup, Kohli’s experience and consistency make him one of the key players.
- Travis Head (Australia): With the retirement of David Warner, Head has become a formidable presence for Australia.
Key Match: India vs Pakistan
The India vs Pakistan match on March 1, 2025, in Lahore is expected to be one of the most anticipated encounters of the tournament. Given the historical rivalry between the two teams, this match will draw huge attention from cricket fans worldwide.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 promises to be an exciting and competitive event, with top teams battling for supremacy in the 50-over format.
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